Four-Bed Terraced Villa with Pool in Rafal
€269,000€1,908/m²
4
bedrooms
3
bathrooms
141 m²
interior
Villa
property type
8 Jun 2026
listed
The Habio take
AI summaryThis spacious terraced villa features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, complemented by a communal swimming pool and underground garage with a cellar. Situated in Rafal, a traditional village in Alicante's Vega Baja region, it offers both tranquillity and access to urban amenities in nearby Orihuela.
- family
- quiet
- communal
- garden
- beach
Highlights
- 141 m² internal area
- Communal swimming pool
- Underground garage with cellar
- Traditional village charm
- Close to Orihuela's amenities
- Accessible beaches in Guardamar
Worth knowing
- Limited nearby entertainment options
- Car likely needed for daily errands
- No mention of outdoor space
Good fit for: Ideal for families seeking a quiet, community-oriented lifestyle with local charm.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 60
- Walkable
- 40
- Remote work
- 55
- Family
- 70
- Retirement
- 60
- Airport access
- 50
- Investment
- 65
- Luxury
- 45
- Value
- 75
About this place
Terraced villa provided with 4 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms, communal swimming pool and underground garage with cellar.
Rafal is a quiet and traditional village in the province of Alicante, located in the Vega Baja region, known for its agriculture and local charm. It is located just 10 km from Orihuela, a city with extensive amenities and a historic center. The beaches of Guardamar can be reached in about 20 minutes, while Alicante airport is a 40-minute drive away.
Where you’ll be
Rafal, Alicante, Spain
Location is approximate — exact address is confirmed by the agent.
Open in Google MapsBuying property in Spain
Spain welcomes foreign buyers with no nationality restrictions. The buyer needs an NIE (Número de Identidad de Extranjero) before completion, and most buyers open a Spanish bank account to handle the deposit and ongoing charges. An independent lawyer (abogado) is strongly recommended — the notario only checks the deed, not the wider title.
- 1
Get an NIE
Apply for the foreign-resident tax number at a Spanish consulate, police station, or via a representative with power of attorney.
- 2
Open a Spanish bank account
Needed for the deposit, taxes, mortgage payments, and utilities.
- 3
Engage an independent lawyer
Lawyer runs title, debts, planning, and community-of-owners checks — the notario will not.
- 4
Reservation contract
Small deposit (€3,000–€10,000) takes the property off the market while due diligence runs.
- 5
Sign the contrato de arras
Private purchase contract with a 10% deposit. If the buyer pulls out they lose it; if the seller pulls out they pay double.
- 6
Sign the escritura pública
Final public deed signed before a notario; balance and taxes paid; keys handed over.
- 7
Register the property
Lawyer registers the deed at the Registro de la Propiedad and arranges utility and IBI transfers.
Spain ended its Golden Visa property route in April 2025. Non-resident mortgages are widely available, typically 60–70% LTV. Non-resident sellers face a 3% withholding from the sale price (retención), claimable against capital gains tax. Always check community-of-owners (comunidad) debts and outstanding IBI before completion — they transfer with the property.
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