This key-ready penthouse is situated in the Parque del Duque residential complex in Playa Flamenca, part of Orihuela Costa in the province of Alicante. The property offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms including one en-suite, a living-dining area, a fully equipped kitchen and 2 private terraces, all within 70 m² of living space. Built in 2001, the apartment has a south-facing orientation. The asking price is €169,000. Playa Flamenca lies roughly 4 kilometres south of Torrevieja, with the nearest beach, Playa Cala La Mosca, approximately 0.3 km away as the crow flies.
Within its immediate market context, this penthouse competes directly with new-build apartments in Torrevieja. APARTMENTS PALANGRE BEACH starts from about €160,000 and EDIFICIO SUN & CENTER, also key-ready, from approximately €169,000, meaning this property matches the entry-level price band of the area while offering the penthouse attributes of two terraces and a top-floor position. The trade-off is age: the 2001 construction versus contemporary specifications, current building codes and developer warranties on the newer stock. Further inland at Urbanización El Raso, OASIS LAGUNA 2 FASE II starts from around €227,000, roughly €58,000 more. That price difference reflects new-build status and typically larger floor plans, but also a location several kilometres from the sea, whereas this property sits 300 metres from a cove. Buyers weighing beach proximity against building age will find this the central comparison in this segment. Regionally, the southern Costa Blanca around Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa has positioned itself as the value alternative to the Costa del Sol: median provincial income in Alicante stands at €15,750, and property prices per square metre remain below Marbella or Estepona levels. At €169,000 for 70 m², this works out at roughly €2,414 per m² of interior space, before counting the terraces, a figure consistent with the area's mid-market existing stock. The location also benefits from a two-city hinterland: Murcia (36 km) and Elche (37 km) provide major services, while Cartagena (43 km) adds a historic port city within reach. For buyers comparing this listing against new-build alternatives, the deciding factors are straightforward: immediate usability, the terraces and the beach distance on one side; modern construction standards, warranties and energy performance on the other.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Playa Flamenca is a coastal locality within the municipality of Orihuela, about 4 kilometres south of Torrevieja. The penthouse sits in the Parque del Duque complex, within walking context of the nearest cove at roughly 0.3 km in a straight line. The wider Orihuela Costa strip offers supermarkets, restaurants and shopping within a short drive, while three golf courses lie between 3.3 and 5.1 km away.
The layout serves two residents or a small family practically: two bedrooms with an en-suite bathroom in the main bedroom, a second full bathroom, and a combined living-dining space. The two private terraces extend the usable area outdoors and, given the south-facing orientation, receive daylight through most of the day. The residential complex includes shared outdoor space with a playground, visible in the listing photography.
This is an existing home, completed in 2001 and described as key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current finished state without a construction phase. There is no delivery risk linked to building works, and no waiting period between purchase and use. Any modernisation, should a buyer wish it, would take place after transfer and at the buyer's own initiative and cost.
The living area measures 70 m², which limits the layout to two bedrooms and compact circulation spaces. The property is a ground-context unit within a 2001 building, so construction standards and insulation date from that period. No private garden, private pool or private parking space is stated in the available data. The building predates current energy-efficiency requirements, and no details of recent renovation are provided.
This property fits several recognisable situations. A couple seeking a low-maintenance coastal home within a short walk of a beach will find the layout, the two bathrooms and the terraces aligned with that use. The south-facing orientation and the fixed asking price below €170,000 also place it within reach of buyers financing a second home rather than a primary residence. Buyers prioritising immediate availability benefit from the key-ready status: there is no construction timeline, no phased payments during building, and no uncertainty about the finished specification. The home can be used, let out (subject to local regulations), or renovated from day one of ownership. Investors comparing rental potential will note the location's fundamentals: 300 metres from a cove, a dense concentration of restaurants and cafés within 2 km, and strong seasonal demand typical of Orihuela Costa. A one-level, 70 m² unit with two bathrooms is easier to maintain and let than larger properties. It fits less well for buyers needing three or more bedrooms, substantial interior space, a private garden or private pool, or a dedicated parking space, none of which are part of this offering. Buyers seeking contemporary energy performance should also factor in that the building dates from 2001. In short, this is a property for buyers who value location, outdoor living and immediate usability over interior scale and new-build specifications.
The property was completed in 2001, and the interior shown in the listing photography reflects a maintained and lived-in condition rather than a recent developer renovation. The master bedroom has a ceiling fan, which is a practical feature in a climate with summer averages around 26°C, and both bedrooms benefit from large windows that contribute natural light. The bathroom shown combines blue and white tiling in a style consistent with the construction period. Interior doors are wooden, and the hallway includes a mirrored fitted element for storage. The kitchen is described as fully equipped, meaning appliances and work surfaces are in place, though buyers should verify their age and condition during a viewing. The living-dining area is presented as spacious relative to the 70 m² footprint, which suggests an open layout connecting directly to the terraces. As a building from 2001, the construction predates the stricter energy-efficiency standards applied to newer Spanish developments, so insulation values, window glazing and climate-control systems should be assessed on inspection. The two private terraces are the principal quality feature of the offering: they add substantial usable outdoor space, and with the south-facing orientation they extend the practical living season well beyond the five warm months. Buyers planning long-term comfort may wish to budget for updates such as modern glazing or air conditioning, neither of which is confirmed in the available data. Overall, the finishing level is functional and presentable, with the terraces and orientation compensating for the compact interior and dated technical baseline.
The asking price for this penthouse is fixed at €169,000. This is an existing, key-ready property rather than a new-build with a price list, so the figure applies to this specific home rather than serving as an entry price for a range of units. In the regional context, comparable new-build apartments in Torrevieja start from roughly €160,000 to €169,000, while larger projects in Urbanización El Raso begin at around €227,000. For a two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse with two terraces at 300 metres from the sea, this price positions the property at the accessible end of the current Orihuela Costa market. Additional purchase costs, such as transfer tax and notary fees, apply on top of the asking price.
Daily life in this penthouse centres on compact, functional indoor space combined with generous outdoor living. With 70 m² inside, the two bedrooms, two bathrooms and open living-dining area are arranged for efficiency rather than scale, and the two private terraces effectively become the most-used rooms for much of the year. The south-facing orientation means the main living spaces and terraces receive sun through the middle of the day and into the afternoon, which suits outdoor meals, drying laundry, or simply sitting outside from early spring to late autumn. The residential setting is a mixed community of permanent residents and holiday homeowners, typical of Orihuela Costa. Within a 2 km radius the area counts 52 restaurants, 17 cafés, 5 pharmacies, 7 banks and 4 dentists, so most daily errands, a morning coffee, a supermarket run, a pharmacy visit, can be done on foot or by a very short drive. The nearest cove, Playa Cala La Mosca, lies about 0.3 km away in a straight line, with a moderate gradient of around 4% on the route down, meaning the walk back carries a slight but manageable incline. The rhythm of the neighbourhood shifts with the seasons: lively and international in summer, quieter in winter months when many second homes stand empty. Public transport covers the area with 9 lines and 50 stops, which helps residents manage without a car for local trips, though a vehicle remains practical for reaching golf courses, larger towns or the airport. The climate supports this outdoor-oriented routine, with monthly average temperatures between 12 and 26°C and a swimming season of about five months with sea temperatures at or above 20°C.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with dense amenity provision. Within 2 km there are 52 restaurants, 17 cafés, 5 pharmacies, 7 banks and 4 dentists, a level of provision that means almost every daily need is met without leaving the neighbourhood. A gym, Snatch Fitness Center, sits 2.6 km away, and three electric-vehicle charging points (Ionity La Zenia at 1.8 km, Iberdrola at 3.4 km and Eranovum at 3.7 km) serve drivers making the switch to electric mobility. The coastal position defines the outdoor options. Playa Cala La Mosca is 0.3 km away as the crow flies, Cala Mosca 0.6 km and Playa Cala Estaca 0.9 km, giving a choice of three swimming spots within a short walk, with a moderate 4% gradient on the return route. Two marinas, Puerto Deportivo Miguel Caballero at 4.8 km and Real Club Náutico at 5.4 km, cater to sailing and water sports. Public transport comprises 9 lines and 50 stops in the area, sufficient for local journeys along the coast, though the dispersed layout of Orihuela Costa means a car remains the most practical option for golf, larger shopping trips or airport transfers. The seasonal rhythm matters: summers are busy with tourists and holiday residents, while the winter months bring noticeably quieter streets, which permanent residents often appreciate and part-time visitors should anticipate. The nearby Zenia Boulevard shopping centre, referenced in the listing, anchors the wider retail offer of the area.
The map shows the penthouse's position within Playa Flamenca, Orihuela Costa. Note how the three nearest coves sit within 0.9 km, the golf cluster lies 3–5 km inland, and Torrevieja begins roughly 4 km to the north, a compact geography where beach, amenities and leisure are all closely spaced.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Playa Flamenca occupies a position on the southern Costa Blanca, about 4 km south of Torrevieja and within the municipality of Orihuela. It sits at the transition between the Torrevieja urban corridor and the golf-and-urbanisation belt of Orihuela Costa, close to the boundary with the Murcia region. This places it roughly equidistant from two provincial dynamics: the Alicante axis to the north and the Murcia, Cartagena conurbation to the west and south. For property buyers, the position means access to two airports in practical terms, Alicante-Elche at about 41 km and, via Murcia, a wider regional network, combined with the more affordable price levels typical of the southern Costa Blanca compared with the Costa del Sol further west.
Distances in this section are straight-line kilometres; actual road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Playa Cala La Mosca, lies 0.3 km away, with two further coves within 0.9 km. Three golf courses, Club de Golf Villamartín (3.3 km), Real Club de Golf Campoamor (5.1 km) and Las Ramblas de Orihuela (5.1 km), cluster within a ten-minute drive. Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 41 km away in a straight line, making it the natural arrival point for international flights; Valencia sits at roughly 174 km and Málaga at about 362 km. On a regional scale, Murcia (36 km, some 463,000 inhabitants), Elche (37 km, around 235,000) and Cartagena (43 km, roughly 219,000) are all within reach for urban services, hospitals and cultural outings. Locally, 9 public transport lines with 50 stops cover Playa Flamenca and the surrounding coast, and the area's road connections link efficiently to the AP-7 corridor along the Costa Blanca. For most residents, a car remains the default for anything beyond the immediate neighbourhood, though day-to-day amenities are largely walkable.
| Beach Distance | 0.3 km |
| Alicante-Elche (ALC) | 41 km |
| Valencia (VLC) | 174 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for Playa Flamenca reflects a typical southern Costa Blanca pattern: average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in the coolest months to 26°C in summer, with an annual average of 18.9°C. This supports outdoor use of the terraces for most of the year, not just in high summer. The swimming season, the period with sea temperatures at or above 20°C, lasts about five months, generally from late spring into early autumn. The property sits at approximately 28 metres above sea level, with a moderate gradient of around 4% toward the beach at Playa Cala La Mosca. This means the walk to the coast is gentle rather than steep, though the return climb is noticeable for less mobile residents. The elevation is low enough that no significant hillside driving is involved in daily life, unlike the higher villages further inland. The coastal orientation brings sea air and steady light; the south-facing position of the penthouse captures daylight through the middle of the day. Buyers sensitive to summer heat should note that the master bedroom's ceiling fan and cross-ventilation from the terraces are the cooling features stated in the listing, and additional climate control is not confirmed in the available data.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
The beaches closest to the property are the coves of the Orihuela Costa: Playa Cala La Mosca at 0.3 km, Cala Mosca at 0.6 km and Playa Cala Estaca at 0.9 km, all in a straight line. These small calas characterise this stretch of coastline and are typically less exposed than the wide open beaches north of Torrevieja, offering sheltered swimming within walking distance of the apartment. Beyond swimming, the recreational offer is anchored by golf. Three 18-hole courses lie within about 5 km: Villamartín (3.3 km), Real Club de Golf Campoamor (5.1 km) and Las Ramblas de Orihuela (5.1 km). This concentration makes the area one of the denser golf clusters on the southern Costa Blanca, with the practical consequence that tee times, driving ranges and club restaurants are all a short drive away. Water sports and marina facilities are available at Puerto Deportivo Miguel Caballero (4.8 km) and Real Club Náutico (5.4 km). Fitness facilities include Snatch Fitness Center at 2.6 km. The playground visible in the complex photography indicates that families with young children have on-site play provision. Together these options support a lifestyle that shifts between beach, golf and sea-based activities, with enough variety to fill a full seasonal calendar without long journeys.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Playa Flamenca is a locality and beach, 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) south of the town of Torrevieja in the municipality of Orihuela in the Province of Alicante, eastern Spain. The market there sells a range of items from shoes, clothing, belts and purses to vegetables.
| Month | Avg. Temperature | Rainfall |
|---|---|---|
| January | 11.9°C | 23 mm |
| February | 12.6°C | 14 mm |
| March | 14.6°C | 26 mm |
| April | 16.6°C | 23 mm |
| May | 19.7°C | 15 mm |
| June | 23.2°C | 12 mm |
| July | 26.1°C | 1 mm |
| August | 26.4°C | 12 mm |
| September | 23.7°C | 52 mm |
| October | 20.1°C | 26 mm |
| November | 15.6°C | 37 mm |
| December | 12.3°C | 30 mm |
Moderate
Ref: VL748626
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
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