Area Information
Introducing Costa de la Luz
Great cities, fantastic beaches and a buoyant property market mean that the coast of light is no longer in the Costa del Sol’s shadow.
Covering a virtually unbroken stretch of beach from Ayamonte on the border with Portugal to Tarifa at the entrance to the Straits of Gibraltar, the Costa de la Luz makes up the Atlantic section of the Andalucian coastline. The strong, pure light that characterises this unspoiled region is the source of its name. In spite of its unmistakable beauty and the fact that it was historically more important than the Mediterranean coast, the Costa de la Luz is less developed and not nearly as well known as its eastern neighbour, the Costa del Sol. However, it is still very accessible, located just 30 mins from Jerez airport with Seville and Gibraltar airports close by.
The property market has grown rapidly in the last few years with a broad mix of people buying property here – from active retirees to young professionals with school age children. The area suits people who are more independent and adventurous and who are looking for more than sunshine. Property prices have risen by 26% in the 12 months to June 2005 and continue to rise. Property prices range from €185,000 for a 3 bedroom chalet in a rustic area to a 3 bed townhouse in the centre of Chiclana from €225,000. Apartments nearer the beach are more expensive due to the location and rental potential and you can expect to pay from €225,000 for a 2 bed, 1 bath apartment.
The main difference between this coast and the other Costas is the lack of property and building land available. There will never be the same volume of property, leading to a supply-demand situation that will contribute to property prices rising in the future.