This detached villa stands in a quiet residential street in Ciudad Quesada, in the municipality of Rojales on the southern Costa Blanca. The property offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and approximately 212 m² of living space on a plot of around 1,020 m². Built in 1970 and available key-ready, it includes a private swimming pool of 8 × 5 metres, a garage with rooftop solarium, a basement and several multipurpose rooms. The asking price is €660,000. Amenities such as restaurants, pharmacies and banks are within about two kilometres, and the AP-7 motorway connects the area with the wider region.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
The villa is located in Ciudad Quesada, a residential district of Rojales in the province of Alicante. The setting is inland but close to the coast: the nearest marina is about 7.6 km away as the crow flies, and two golf clubs lie within roughly 15 km. Within two kilometres there are restaurants, pharmacies, banks and a dentist, covering daily needs without leaving the immediate area.
The house offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a master bedroom with en-suite facilities. The open-plan living and dining area, an independent kitchen and an adjoining flexible room support varied use. Outside there is a private pool, an outdoor kitchen, a covered terrace and generous garden space. Two large multipurpose rooms and a basement add capacity for a gym, office, workspace or guest accommodation.
This is not a new-build project. The villa dates from 1970 and is offered key-ready as an existing home with a fixed asking price of €660,000. Purchase means taking over a completed, mature property with an established garden and pool rather than waiting for construction. Any modernisation depends on the buyer's own plans after purchase.
The property has three bedrooms and two bathrooms, which is a moderate size for this price segment. Construction is from 1970, so building standards, insulation and installations reflect that era rather than current new-build regulations. Heating is oil-fired with radiators, which carries specific running and maintenance considerations. The villa lies inland, so sea views are not part of the offer.
This villa fits several recognisable situations. A first is the buyer of a permanent residence on the Costa Blanca who wants space and independence: three bedrooms, a private pool, a garage and a large plot provide the setting for year-round living, while the nearby amenities of Ciudad Quesada cover daily needs. The air conditioning and oil-fired central heating radiators indicate that the house has been set up for use in both summer and winter, which matters for full-time residence. A second situation is the second-home buyer seeking a mature property rather than a construction project. Because the house dates from 1970 and is key-ready, the garden, pool and layout are already established; there is no waiting period or snagging process. The two multipurpose rooms and the basement allow seasonal visitors to store belongings, pursue hobbies or receive guests without crowding the main living areas. A third situation is the investor or rental-oriented buyer. Ciudad Quesada has a consistent seasonal rental market given its golf courses, beaches within a short drive and an international resident base. A detached villa with a private pool and multiple flexible rooms can be configured for family rentals. What the property is less suited to is the buyer seeking a modern new-build with current energy standards, contemporary architecture or sea views. The 1970 construction date, the oil-fired heating and the inland position are factual constraints that such buyers should weigh against the plot size and the price per square metre of living space, which is moderate for this segment.
The villa was completed in 1970, which sets the frame for the building technology and materials. The construction follows the solid, load-bearing masonry methods typical of that period on the Spanish coast; these are durable structures, but insulation values, window performance and installation standards predate current regulations. Buyers planning extensive renovation should factor this in, particularly regarding thermal insulation and electrical installations. The property is equipped with air conditioning and oil-fired central heating with radiators, a combination that provides temperature control across seasons: cooled air in summer and hydronic heat in winter. A fireplace is also present, offering an additional heat source for the milder months. Oil-fired systems require a storage tank, periodic servicing and fuel deliveries, which is a practical consideration compared with gas or heat-pump alternatives. In terms of space quality, the property performs well. The open-plan living and dining area is described as large and bright, the independent kitchen is fully equipped, and an adjoining room can serve as a utility room, office or extra living space. The master bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, which adds privacy within the household. Outdoor amenities are substantial: a private pool of 8 × 5 metres, an outdoor kitchen, a covered terrace, a solarium on the garage roof, a storage room and a basement with considerable capacity. These are functional features that extend the usable area well beyond the 212 m² of interior space. As with any property of this age, a technical survey before purchase is the standard step to assess the condition of roof, pool installation, heating system and damp protection.
The asking price is €660,000, fixed, as this is an existing home rather than a new-build project with a price list. The property is key-ready, meaning it can be transferred in its current completed state. For context, comparable new-build projects in Ciudad Quesada are currently marketed from approximately €649,000 to €749,000, which places this villa, with its large plot, private pool and extensive ancillary space, in the same broad price band as smaller newly built alternatives. Additional purchase costs such as transfer tax, notary and registry fees apply on top of the asking price and should be calculated separately.
Ciudad Quesada is a purpose-built residential area on the southern Costa Blanca, inland from the coastal strip between Torrevieja and Guardamar del Segura. Daily life here is organised around quiet residential streets, low-rise housing and a commercial centre with restaurants, shops and services concentrated along a few main avenues. The villa sits within walking or short driving distance of roughly twenty-five restaurants, two pharmacies, three banks, a café and a dentist, all within about two kilometres. This density of daily amenities means that routine errands do not require a trip to a larger town. The villa itself follows a classic Spanish layout: living spaces oriented towards the pool terrace and garden, with the covered terrace acting as an intermediate zone between indoors and outdoors for most of the year. With an average annual temperature of 18.8 °C and monthly averages between 12 and 26 °C, outdoor living is practical for a long season. The swimming pool of 8 × 5 metres functions as the centre of the plot, surrounded by garden areas that look out over the surrounding landscape and the salt lakes of the region. Because the property dates from 1970 and offers substantial ancillary space, it suits buyers who want room to adapt: the two multipurpose rooms and the basement can absorb hobbies, storage, a workshop or guest space without altering the main living area. A car is the practical mode of transport here; five public transport stops and nine lines exist in the wider area, but coverage is oriented towards local routes rather than regional commuting.
Life in Ciudad Quesada is shaped by its position as an inland residential area with coastal amenities within easy reach. The villa lies at about 69 metres above sea level on flat terrain, so walking and cycling in the immediate surroundings are uncomplicated. The nearest sports facilities are close by: Centro Deportivo La Raqueta at 3.4 km and the Polideportivo municipal El Molino at 3.5 km as the crow flies, with a taekwondo club at 5 km. An Iberdrola electric vehicle charging point is located at the Oasis Center, 3.8 km away, which is relevant for EV owners. The salt lakes of Torrevieja and La Mata lie in the vicinity and are visible from the garden, according to the property description. These lagoons form a protected natural landscape and give the area its distinctive light and open horizon. For urban scale, Elche (about 235,000 inhabitants) lies 22 km away in a straight line, Murcia (about 463,000) at 37 km and Alicante (about 339,000) at 38 km. In practice this means that hospitals, universities, large shopping centres and cultural institutions of three provincial cities are all reachable within a drive of roughly thirty to forty-five minutes, while daily life takes place in the smaller, quieter environment of Rojales and Ciudad Quesada. The area has 32 local public holidays per year, reflecting an active municipal calendar of festivities.
The map shows the villa's position in Ciudad Quesada, with the salt lakes to the south-west, the coastal strip and Guardamar beaches to the east, and the golf courses of the interior to the north-west. Straight-line distances shown are as the crow flies; actual road distances may be longer.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Ciudad Quesada occupies a specific position on the southern Costa Blanca: inland enough to be quiet and reasonably priced by coastal standards, yet close enough to the beaches, golf courses and services of the Torrevieja, Guardamar corridor to function as a coastal-residential base. Within the wider region, it sits roughly equidistant from Alicante and Murcia, the two provincial capitals, which broadens access to employment, healthcare and culture. For buyers comparing the Costa Blanca with the Costa del Sol, the area offers a similar climate profile and golf-and-beach lifestyle at generally lower price levels, with Alicante-Elche Airport significantly closer than most Costa del Sol equivalents are to their hinterland.
The accessibility profile of this location is car-centred but efficient. The AP-7 motorway is a short distance from the villa and provides the main north-south connection along the Costa Blanca, giving access to Alicante in the north and the Mar Menor and Murcia region in the south. Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) lies approximately 27 km away as the crow flies, which in practice means a drive of around thirty minutes, a significant factor for international owners making frequent flights. Valencia Airport is roughly 159 km away in a straight line and Málaga-Costa del Sol about 369 km, marking the limits of realistic same-day travel by car. The nearest marina, Port Esportiu Marina de les Dunes, is 7.6 km away as the crow flies, and the nearest golf club, Club de Golf La Finca, lies 6.9 km from the property, with Club de Golf Villamartín at 14.9 km. Public transport consists of nine lines and five stops in the area, sufficient for local circulation but not a substitute for a car for most residents. Parking is unproblematic: the villa has its own garage plus a rooftop solarium above it.
| Alicante-Elche (ALC) | 27 km |
| Valencia (VLC) | 159 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate data for the area show average monthly temperatures between 12 °C in the coldest month and 26 °C in the warmest, with an annual average of 18.8 °C. This is a classic semi-arid Mediterranean profile: warm to hot summers, mild winters and limited rainfall concentrated outside the summer months. For residents, this means that outdoor use of the pool, terrace and garden is realistic from late spring through early autumn; the swimming season, defined by sea and pool water temperatures of 20 °C or above, lasts about five months. At 69 metres above sea level, the terrain is essentially flat, with no notable slopes on or around the plot, relevant for accessibility and for everyday use of the garden and pool area. The proximity of the salt lakes adds a natural element to the surroundings: these wetlands attract birdlife and create open, undeveloped horizons on one side of the area, contrasting with the built-up coastal strip a few kilometres away. The combination of low elevation, sea influence and the dry regional climate keeps humidity moderate and winter frost rare, which also reduces maintenance demands on a property of this age.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Although the villa itself lies inland, the beaches of the southern Costa Blanca are within short driving distance. The nearest coastal access point is the area around Guardamar del Segura, a few kilometres to the east, where wide sandy beaches and pine dunes characterise the coastline. The Port Esportiu Marina de les Dunes, 7.6 km away as the crow flies, offers moorings and water-based recreation. Golf is a strong feature of this location. Club de Golf La Finca, at 6.9 km straight-line distance, is one of the well-regarded courses of the southern Costa Blanca, and Club de Golf Villamartín, at 14.9 km, adds a second option within a quarter of an hour's drive. Together with other courses in the Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa area, this places the villa in one of the denser golf regions of the Spanish Mediterranean coast. For other sports, Centro Deportivo La Raqueta (3.4 km) and Polideportivo municipal El Molino (3.5 km) cover racket sports and municipal facilities. The villa's own plot also functions as a recreation space: the private pool, outdoor kitchen, solarium and covered terrace allow leisure without leaving the property, which is one of the practical advantages of a detached villa on a plot of this size compared with an apartment.
Source: OpenStreetMap
Quesada is a district of the San Carlos canton, in the Alajuela province of Costa Rica. It is the head city of the canton of San Carlos. Although Ciudad Quesada is the official name, it is commonly referred to by the area name of San Carlos. Ciudad Quesada is also the most populous city in the canton of San Carlos.
| 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 |
Ref: VL207090
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
Within Ciudad Quesada itself, the supply side is currently dominated by new-build projects. Three comparable developments are active in the same town: VILLAS LAS LAGUNAS, offered key-ready from €649,000; CITY-ISLAND, from €690,000; and AVENIDA NACIONES, from €749,000. This villa, at a fixed €660,000, sits directly within that band, which makes the comparison concrete rather than theoretical. The essential trade-off is age versus space. The new-build alternatives deliver current construction standards, modern insulation and contemporary layouts, typically on smaller plots. This 1970 villa counters with a plot of around 1,020 m², an 8 × 5 metre private pool, an outdoor kitchen, a garage with rooftop solarium, two large multipurpose rooms and a basement, ancillary volume that new-build villas in this price range rarely include. Buyers effectively choose between up-to-date building technology on the one hand and mature grounds with flexible space on the other. In the wider region, the same comparison repeats at different scales. On the coastal strip of Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa, apartments and smaller villas dominate at similar or higher prices, with the advantage of walking-distance beaches but the disadvantage of density and community living. Further inland towards Orihuela city and the Segura valley, plot sizes grow but the drive to the coast lengthens. Ciudad Quesada occupies the middle ground: an inland, low-rise residential setting with the beach and marina within a ten-minute drive and the golf corridor of the southern Costa Blanca directly to the north-west. Provincial context also matters. The median income in the province is €15,750 per year, which frames the local cost base for services, maintenance and trades, generally lower than on the Costa del Sol. For an international buyer, this affects the running costs of a property with a pool, a large garden and oil-fired heating: local labour and pool maintenance are comparatively affordable, while fuel costs for the heating system follow international prices.
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