Building plots for sale in Altea

What kind of land is on this page?

The listings cover three classes of land. Urban plots sit on estates with roads and utilities in place, many on a slope with a sea view. Development land still needs its planning scheme, so the wait before you can build is longer and less certain. Rural estates, mostly towards Altea la Vella and the inland part of the municipality, suit an orchard, a vegetable garden or an existing farmhouse.

How do you choose a building plot in Altea?

Start with what the plot allows, then look at the view. A plot with a fine outlook is worth little if its buildable area will not take the house you have in mind. Look closely at:

• Orientation, which sets your winter light and summer heat.
• The gradient, which adds to the cost of walls, access and the pool.
• What can be built below you, because an open view today can close up once the next plot is developed.
• Access for construction lorries and whether water, power and sewerage really reach the boundary.

What are the steps to buying a plot?

1. Ask Altea town hall for the planning report and get the land registry extract, explained in how to read a nota simple.
2. Have an architect study what fits and give you a first build estimate.
3. Sign a deposit contract with a get-out clause if the licence or the mortgage is still uncertain.
4. Complete at the notary, finish the project and apply for the building licence.

If you want a large piece of land inland, read our guide to Altea la Vella first. To avoid the most common slips, see mistakes buyers make on the Costa Blanca. If you would rather buy a finished house, browse villas for sale in Altea.

Call us or visit the Altea office and we will walk each plot with you, planning report in hand.