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Why Choose Torrevieja?
Perfect For
Retirement living
Low cost of living
Large expat community
Good healthcare
Salt lakes (therapeutic)
Budget-friendly
Consider These Challenges
Very expat-heavy
Limited Spanish culture
Crowded in summer
Some areas overdeveloped
Best Neighborhoods for Expats
City Center
Traditional Spanish town center with shops and services
€800-1,200/m²
Playa del Cura
Beach area with promenade and restaurants
€1,200-2,000/m²
La Mata
Northern beach area, quieter than central Torrevieja
€1,000-1,600/m²
Cost of Living in Torrevieja
Daily Expenses
Restaurant meal€8-16
Coffee€1.20-2.00
Local beer€1.50-3.00
Monthly Bills
Utilities€60-90/month
Internet€25-40/month
Rent range€400-800/month
Climate
Winter8-18°C
Summer22-32°C
Sunny days330/year
Expat Community & Lifestyle
Expat Demographics
British expats20,000+
German expats8,000+
Dutch expats4,000+
Education & Healthcare
International Schools
- • The English School
- • King's College Murcia (nearby)
Healthcare Options
- • Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja
- • Clínica Mediterránea
Practical Information
Transportation & Connectivity
Airport Access
Alicante Airport (35 min)
Train Station
Not available
Bus Connections
- • Alicante
- • Murcia
- • Orihuela Costa
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