Cartagena, MurciaSNB-78604

3 Bedroom Villa For Sale In Cartagena

About this property

Cartagena sits at the southern edge of the Murcia coast, where the seafront narrows into a series of protected coves and the old fortified town climbs the hillside behind. This three-bedroom villa is positioned to capture that particular atmosphere — close enough to the water and the rhythm of the port, far enough inland to feel rooted and quiet. The home spans 144 m² across a single level, arranged around a generous open-plan living and kitchen space that feeds onto a private terrace. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and the kind of practical Spanish new-build finish that wears well: large-format porcelain flooring throughout, matte-lacquered cabinetry, full pre-installation for hot-and-cold ducted air-conditioning, and a thermally efficient envelope designed for the Murcian heat. Underfloor heating runs through the bathrooms. The layout is unhurried, with the main living spaces oriented to natural light. Cartagena proper deserves time. The Roman theatre sits rebuilt at the heart of the old town, the seafront walk is lined with proper bars and fish restaurants, and the underwater archaeology museum speaks to the city's layered history. The beaches of Playa Paraíso and La Perla are within a ten-minute drive, and the calm waters of the harbour are even closer. Corvera Airport sits about forty minutes away; Alicante is roughly ninety minutes if you're heading north. This villa appeals to buyers drawn to the substance of Cartagena rather than the polished beach-resort sameness of the northern Costa Blanca. The city has weight, a working port, a genuine resident population, and a food culture that extends beyond the tourist menu. At €625,000 for a brand-new freestanding three-bedroom, it sits at a genuine mid-market point for the region — practical space without the premium pricing that attaches to properties closer to Torrevieja or Almería.

Why this location?

3 Bedroom Villa For Sale In Cartagena sits in Cartagena, Murcia, one of the most sought-after areas on Spain's Costa Blanca for international buyers from the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany and the Nordics. Brand-new construction means modern insulation, low running costs and zero maintenance for the first decade — the opposite of a tired resale.

What's included in the purchase

  • Full English-speaking buying support from first viewing to handover
  • NIE number and Spanish bank account coordination
  • Independent legal review of the developer's contract
  • Mortgage broker introductions (up to 70% LTV for non-residents)
  • Snagging inspection before key collection
  • Optional furniture pack and utilities setup

Buying costs — what to budget

On top of the listed price of € 625,000 you should budget approximately 13% in taxes and fees: 10% Spanish VAT (IVA), 1.5% Stamp Duty (AJD), ~1% legal and ~0.5% notary and land registry. We will send you an itemised quote before any reservation.

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