Somewhere between the dream of sipping wine on a terrace and the reality of noisy neighbours with a hosepipe lies the phrase: “I want a beachfront home in Javea.”
It sounds simple. It sounds like a lifestyle. It sounds like you’ll be waking up to waves, breakfasting to birdsong, and living the good life in a pair of shorts.
But let’s pause.
Because beachfront doesn’t always mean on the beach. Sometimes it means near the beach. Sometimes it means you can see the beach from a balcony if you lean slightly out and squint between the bins. You’ll see what I mean, if you look at this website, or Valuvillas.
And then there’s the small matter of price, availability, and what the building actually looks like when you’re standing in front of it, rather than scrolling on your phone in a café.
Here’s what’s really out there.
The Arenal – Where You Pay for Buzz and Sand
The Arenal is Javea’s sandy beach. It’s where families gather, teenagers pose, and waiters juggle plates of fried squid like they’re on stage.
If you want a flat right on the seafront, you’ll find it here. Usually in a block built in the ‘70s or ‘80s. Think white walls, square balconies, and the occasional pineapple-shaped lamp in the hallway.
They tend to have:
- 2 or 3 bedrooms
- A balcony with sea view (some partial, some full)
- A shared pool if you’re lucky
- A holiday rental licence if you’re really lucky
Prices? You’re looking at €350,000 to €650,000, depending on size, view and whether the building has been maintained since disco was in fashion.
Expect noise in summer, quiet in winter, and the odd football being kicked at your window. But you’re steps from the sand, and that counts for a lot.
The Port – Character, Cafés and Better Parking
The Port is less “sunburn and sangria” and more “locals and lifestyle.” It’s got charm, a working marina, and enough cafés to make your bank card nervous.
Property here is snapped up fast. Why? Because you can walk everywhere, it feels like a town not a resort, and people actually live here year-round.
You won’t find villas on the seafront. What you will find are:
- Modern apartments above shops
- Older buildings with thick walls and odd floorplans
- Small terraces overlooking fishing boats
Prices are similar to the Arenal, but supply is lower. Expect to pay around €400,000 to €700,000 for anything with a decent view.
Bonus: you might actually sleep at night in August.
The First Line Villas – Rare as Honest Estate Agents
Now let’s talk villas. Detached houses. Private gardens. Pools. Hammocks. Peace.
Everyone wants one on the beach.
Problem is, they barely exist.
In Javea, the coast is rocky in most places, with cliffs, coves, and winding roads. There are some villas near Cala Blanca, Cala Sardinera, or up the hill from Granadella, but they’re usually perched above the sea—not on it.
And when one does come up for sale with direct access to the shore, prepare to sell your kidney. Or someone else’s.
Prices? Easily €1.5 million and up, with a strong emphasis on the up.
These homes are rare. They’re usually old money. Or new money pretending to be old. Either way, they’re not on the market long.
What’s the Catch?
There’s always a catch. Sometimes several.
- Noise – A beachfront flat is great until the beach party carries on until 4am.
- Salt air – Lovely to smell. Less lovely for your shutters, wiring and anything metal.
- Tourists – You’ll have them. Even in October. Often asking where the toilet is.
- Maintenance fees – That pool? That lift? They’re not free.
- Licence limbo – Want to rent it out? You’ll need a tourist licence. And they don’t hand them out like flyers.
So What Should You Actually Do?
If you want true beachfront, stick to flats. If you want sea views, broaden your search. Go a few streets back. Go uphill. Go for something that doesn’t get sand in your coffee.
Look for:
- Well-kept buildings (if the lift smells like onions, run)
- Proper paperwork (always ask about community fees and any building work planned)
- Soundproofing (double glazing is not a luxury—it’s survival)
And for the love of sanity, visit in person before buying. That “sea view” might turn out to be the top of a kebab stand.
