Rojales – guide for property buyers on the Costa Blanca
Rojales is a town in the Vega Baja del Segura region in the south of the province of Alicante, through which the Segura river flows. About 70% of residents are foreigners – one of the highest shares in Spain – and most of them live in the Ciudad Quesada development.
Location and life here
Rojales lies at an altitude of about 16 m above sea level, and the Segura river flows through the historic centre for about 2 km. The climate is Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild winters.
What to see
The historic 18th-century stone Charles III bridge over the Segura river, Cuevas del Rodeo – former cave dwellings, today craft workshops and cultural spaces, museums (archaeological, the Museo de la Huerta and the Holy Week museum) and the Capitol Theatre, which has hosted national music competitions since 1977.
Property in Rojales
In Rojales and the area you will find villas, bungalows and apartments in a calm, traditional setting. 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 Rojales
Our current offer in Rojales includes apartments and houses at prices from about €399k. 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: San Fulgencio, Formentera del Segura, Ciudad Quesada, Algorfa. You will find all locations on the World Residence favourite locations page.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Rojales from the airport?
Rojales is about 45 km from Alicante-Elche airport, usually about 40 minutes by car on the AP-7 motorway, and a few kilometres from the beaches of Guardamar del Segura.
What costs should you add when buying property in Rojales?
Rojales 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 Rojales?
Rojales has a large community of foreigners and is close to the beaches, so rental demand is stable. Short-term rental requires registration, and the homeowners’ association or the municipality may introduce restrictions – we check this before the purchase.