Guardamar del Segura – guide for property buyers on the Costa Blanca
Guardamar del Segura is a seaside resort at the mouth of the Segura river in the south of the province of Alicante, home to about 18,600 people. It is famous for its 11-kilometre white beach and the extensive pine forest right behind it.
Climate and location
The climate is Mediterranean: summers are hot and dry, and rain falls mainly in autumn and spring (about 370 mm a year). The town lies at the mouth of the Segura, and between the beach and the town stretch dunes and a pine forest that provides shade on hot days.
What to see
The long, sandy beach with dunes, the pine forest along the coast, the mouth of the Segura river, the castle with a view of the sea, and the archaeological sites of the Phoenician colony of Herna. The town hosts Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians) festivals and the Fogueres de Sant Joan.
Property in Guardamar del Segura
In Guardamar del Segura you will find apartments close to the beach, houses and villas near the pine forest, and new developments. See current apartments on the Costa Blanca and houses on the Costa Blanca — no commission is charged to the buyer with us.
World Residence offers in Guardamar del Segura
Our current offer in Guardamar del Segura includes apartments at prices from about €222k. Looking for something specific, for example within a given budget or close to the beach? Write to us and we will check what we can propose. When buying with our help you pay no commission.
See also our guides to nearby towns: La Marina, San Fulgencio, Formentera del Segura. You will find all locations on the World Residence favourite locations page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Guardamar del Segura from the airport?
Guardamar del Segura is about 35–40 km from Alicante-Elche airport, usually about 35–40 minutes by car, and about 15 km from Torrevieja.
What costs should you add when buying property in Guardamar del Segura?
Guardamar del Segura is in the Valencian Community: ITP tax on a resale purchase is about 10% (9% below €1m from June 2026). For new properties you pay 10% VAT and 1–1.5% AJD tax. Including the notary and the registry, costs are usually about 12% (resale) or 12–14% (new).
Is it worth buying property to rent out in Guardamar del Segura?
Guardamar del Segura attracts tourists with its long beach and calm atmosphere, so rental demand is stable, especially in summer. Short-term rental requires registration, and the homeowners’ association or the municipality may introduce restrictions – we check this before the purchase.