New builds in Guardamar del Segura

The forest that stopped the dunes

In the late 19th century shifting dunes were burying fields and houses. A plan to fix them was approved in 1897, and from 1900 forestry engineer Francisco Mira planted pines, palms and eucalyptus. Today it is an 800-hectare protected forest separating the beaches from the town.

How your money is protected

The developer must guarantee the return of everything you pay before handover, by bank guarantee or insurance, from the moment the building licence is granted. Check the licence before your first payment.

How the purchase works

A reservation of usually €6,000–10,000, then 20–40% on signing, staged payments during construction and the balance on handover. Video viewings; signing under power of attorney.

Taxes

10% VAT plus 1.4% stamp duty for deeds from 1 June 2026. With notary and registry fees, allow around 12% on top of the price.

Buying as a UK citizen

You can buy, but without a visa you can stay only 90 days in any 180, and a home does not give residency — the golden visa ended on 3 April 2025. You will need an NIE from a Spanish consulate. Banks typically lend non-residents up to 70%. Community fees usually run €40–120 a month.