This key-ready top-floor bungalow is located in the Lagosol residential complex in Los Balcones, on the southern edge of Torrevieja on the Costa Blanca. The property offers two bedrooms, one bathroom plus a guest toilet, a living-dining room, a semi-independent kitchen with breakfast bar and a large private solarium with views over the Torrevieja Pink Lake. The asking price is a fixed €153,000. Residents of the complex share a communal swimming pool set in landscaped gardens. The nearest beach, Cala de lo Ferri, lies 2.4 km away as the crow flies, and daily amenities including supermarkets, a pharmacy and a hospital are within walking distance.
Key characteristics of location, homes, project phase and points of attention.
Los Balcones is a residential neighbourhood bordering the Torrevieja salt lagoons, roughly 2.4 km in a straight line from the nearest beach at Cala de lo Ferri. The area sits at a low elevation of about 24 metres with a flat gradient towards the coast. Within 2 km there are twelve restaurants, three pharmacies, three dentists and a cafe, while Torrevieja centre and its beaches are a few minutes away by car.
The home covers 50 m² of living space arranged as two bedrooms, a bathroom, a guest toilet, a semi-independent kitchen and a living-dining room, supplemented by an extra room usable as a study, guest space or storage. The private solarium adds significant outdoor space with lake views. Air conditioning and a storage room are present; parking is on the street.
This is an existing property, completed in 1970 and now key-ready, so no construction phase or delivery risk applies. The buyer can inspect the actual finished home before purchase. Any modernisation, such as updating the kitchen or bathroom, would be a matter for the new owner rather than the developer.
The property does not include private parking; parking is on the street. There is no private pool, only the communal pool shared with other Lagosol residents. With 50 m² of living area and one main bathroom, the layout is compact. The building dates from 1970, so the construction, installations and finishes reflect that period unless subsequently updated.
Ref: VL928223
Source: Wikipedia, Wikidata, INE, Junta de Andalucía
This property fits several recognisable situations. A buyer seeking a low-maintenance second home near the coast, with a usable outdoor space and a communal pool, will find the layout and price point aligned with that use. Year-round residents benefit from the walkable amenities, hospital, pharmacy and supermarkets, and the flat terrain, which reduces dependence on a car for daily errands. Buyers who work remotely can use the additional room as an office, a practical arrangement in a compact home. The property also suits buyers with a limited budget who prioritise location and outdoor space over surface area; the solarium effectively extends the living area during the mild months. It is less suited to households needing more than two bedrooms, a private pool or dedicated private parking, or those who specifically want new-build construction standards and warranty coverage. Investors may note the price relative to the regional median income of €15,750 and the rental demand typical of the Torrevieja area, though rental returns should be assessed independently. Finally, the 1970 construction means buyers should budget for possible updates to kitchen, bathroom and installations over time.
The property is a 1970 bungalow on the top floor of its building, finished and ready for immediate occupation. The interior comprises two bedrooms, a main bathroom and a separate guest toilet, which reduces morning congestion for a two-person household. The kitchen is semi-independent with a breakfast bar, a layout that partially separates cooking from the living-dining area while maintaining visual connection. The additional room is a genuine asset in a 50 m² home, offering space for a desk, a single bed or storage shelving. Technical features include air conditioning, which covers the hot summer months when average temperatures reach about 26°C, and a dedicated storage room. The construction age is relevant: a buyer should expect the original structural character of a 1970s Spanish residential building, and any refurbishment of wiring, plumbing or glazing would be at the owner's initiative and expense. The private solarium is the strongest feature of the property, a full rooftop terrace with mountain and lake views, exposed to sun for most of the day. External maintenance of the building is managed at community level, and communal costs should be verified during the purchase process. Parking is on the street, with no garage space included in the asking price.
The property is offered at a fixed asking price of €153,000 as a completed, key-ready home. This price reflects the existing 1970 construction and the compact 50 m² footprint, offset by the private solarium and the lake-facing position. Within the wider area, new-build apartments in Torrevieja start from around €160,000 to €169,000 (Palangre Beach and Sun & Center), and a comparable development at Urbanización El Rasa starts higher at approximately €227,000. This places the property at the accessible end of the local market for buyers seeking a finished home rather than a new-build unit.
Daily life in Los Balcones follows a quiet residential rhythm. The Lagosol complex sits in a neighbourhood built around low-rise housing, with supermarkets, a shopping centre, a pharmacy and a hospital reachable on foot. The communal pool and gardens function as the social heart of the complex during the warmer months, when the swimming season lasts about five months with sea temperatures at or above 20°C. Mornings can begin on the solarium, which looks out over the Torrevieja Pink Lake; the salt lagoons sit directly beside the neighbourhood and provide walking routes in a natural setting unusual for a coastal town. The additional room inside the home allows flexible use, a home office, guest space or simply storage, which matters in a 50 m² property where multifunctional space determines comfort. Evenings tend to be local and unhurried: the twelve restaurants and cafe within 2 km are mostly neighbourhood-scale rather than tourist venues, and the streets calm down outside the summer season. Because the terrain is flat and the elevation only 24 metres, walking and cycling to nearby amenities require no real effort. A car remains useful for the beach, the golf courses further along the coast and the larger cities of Elche, Murcia and Cartagena, all between roughly 34 and 46 km away in a straight line.
The immediate surroundings combine residential calm with practical density. Within 2 km of the complex there are twelve restaurants, three pharmacies, three dental practices and a cafe, plus the supermarkets, shopping centre and hospital mentioned in the listing itself. This density means most daily needs are met without leaving the neighbourhood. Public transport is well developed for a town of this size: fifteen lines serve the area with fifty stops, giving access to Torrevieja centre and neighbouring districts. The natural backdrop is distinctive: the Torrevieja salt lagoons, including the Pink Lake, lie directly beside Los Balcones and are visible from the solarium. Walking and cycling around the lagoon paths are realistic daily activities given the flat terrain. The nearest beach, Cala de lo Ferri, is 2.4 km away in a straight line, walkable or a short drive, with Playa Rocío del Mar at 2.6 km and Playa Punta Prima at 2.8 km. Alicante-Elche Airport lies roughly 38 km away in a straight line, making arrivals and departures straightforward for international owners.
The map shows the property's position between the Torrevieja lagoons and the coast, roughly 2.4 km from the nearest beach. The three golf courses to the southwest and the beaches to the east frame the recreational radius, while the concentration of amenities within 2 km reflects the neighbourhood's self-sufficiency.
Approximate area · exact address shared on request
Los Balcones occupies the inland edge of Torrevieja, where residential development meets the salt lagoons. Within the regional context, it sits closer to the Orihuela Costa golf belt than Torrevieja town centre does, while remaining connected to the town's services. The larger regional anchors, Elche, Murcia and Cartagena, lie 34 to 46 km away in a straight line, positioning the property at the southern end of the Alicante province near the Murcia boundary. This southern Costa Blanca location is generally priced below the Marbella-centred Costa del Sol further west, which shapes both the buyer profile and the resale market.
Distances in this section are straight-line (as the crow flies); road distances are longer. The nearest beach, Cala de lo Ferri, is 2.4 km away, with two further beaches within 2.8 km. Golf is well represented: Club de Golf Villamartín is 4.0 km away, Real Club de Golf Campoamor 5.8 km and Las Ramblas de Orihuela 6.4 km. Two marinas, Real Club Náutico at 4.1 km and Puerto Deportivo Miguel Caballero at 7.3 km, serve sailing and water sports. Electric-vehicle charging is available at Ionity La Zenia (4.3 km) plus two further operators within about 6 km. Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 38 km away; Valencia and Málaga airports lie at roughly 171 km and 363 km respectively and serve as secondary options. Regional cities, Elche, Murcia and Cartagena, are all between 34 and 46 km distant by direct line. Local mobility is supported by fifteen public transport lines with fifty stops, and the flat terrain makes the area navigable on foot or by bicycle.
| Beach Distance | 2.4 km |
| Alicante-Elche (ALC) | 38 km |
| Valencia (VLC) | 171 km |
Source: OpenStreetMap, Google Maps
The climate is typical of the southern Costa Blanca: average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in the coolest month to 26°C at the height of summer, with an annual average of 18.7°C. The swimming season, defined by sea temperatures of 20°C or above, lasts around five months, though the solarium extends outdoor living well beyond that window. Elevation is 24 metres above sea level and the gradient towards the beach is under one per cent, meaning the entire area is effectively flat, relevant for older residents or anyone avoiding hills. The defining natural feature is the pair of salt lagoons beside the neighbourhood, including the Pink Lake, whose colour comes from salt-tolerant microorganisms. The lagoons create open horizons to the interior of the property's views and a natural walking environment that most coastal towns lack. Sunshine hours are consistent with the wider Alicante coastline, supporting the year-round use the region is known for.
Source: Open-Meteo (2020–2025 average)
Three beaches lie within 2.8 km in a straight line: Cala de lo Ferri (2.4 km), Playa Rocío del Mar (2.6 km) and Playa Punta Prima (2.8 km). Punta Prima is the largest of the three and offers the fullest range of services. For golfers, the property sits within reach of three established courses, Villamartín at 4.0 km, Campoamor at 5.8 km and Las Ramblas de Orihuela at 6.4 km, a cluster that forms one of the densest golf concentrations on the Costa Blanca. Fitness facilities include Snatch Fitness Center at 2.0 km and a swimming pool complex 1.0 km away. Two marinas, at 4.1 km and 7.3 km, cover sailing and boat-based recreation, and the View Torrejieja viewpoint (4.7 km) offers a panorama over the coastline. Beyond organised recreation, the lagoon paths next to the neighbourhood provide free, daily access to walking and cycling in a natural setting.
Source: OpenStreetMap
| 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 |
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Within its immediate market, this property competes primarily on price and immediacy. The closest new-build alternatives in Torrevieja start from roughly €160,000 (Apartments Palangre Beach) and €169,000 (Edificio Sun & Center), both key-ready or near completion; Oasis Laguna 2 in Urbanización El Raso, closer to the golf belt, starts at approximately €227,000. Against these, the Lagosol penthouse is priced below the entry point of new build while offering something new build rarely does at this budget: a full private rooftop solarium with views over the Pink Lake. The trade-off is structural, a 1970 building versus modern construction standards, and 50 m² of internal space versus typically larger new-build footprints. Location-wise, Los Balcones sits slightly inland relative to the beachfront new-build projects, but gains direct adjacency to the lagoons, a natural feature absent from most competitors. Regionally, the southern Costa Blanca around Torrevieja and Orihuela Costa is one of the more affordable coastal markets in eastern Spain, with a provincial median income of €15,750 indicating a domestic market that supports mid-range pricing rather than luxury segmentation. For buyers weighing this property against alternatives, the decision essentially balances modern-build certainty against extra outdoor space and a lower entry price; buyers prioritising warranty coverage and contemporary installations will lean towards new build, while those valuing the solarium and immediate habitability may find the older property the more practical purchase.
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