Where is Bigastro?
Bigastro is a municipality in the south of Alicante province, in the comarca of Vega Baja del Segura. Orihuela, the historic capital of the comarca, is its larger neighbour and the town sits just to its south east.
It is a compact place. The municipality covers only a little over four square kilometres, with a population of roughly 7,500 people.
One thing makes Bigastro unusual for the area: it was built on a small hill in the middle of the river flood plain rather than down on the low ground. Climb the steps to the top and you get a wide view over the Vega Baja.
Neighbouring villages are all within a few minutes by car, including Jacarilla, Redovan and Benejúzar.
What is it like to live in Bigastro?
Quiet, Spanish and practical. The town is surrounded by citrus groves and traditional irrigated farmland, and agriculture still shapes local life.
You get the everyday basics in town: supermarkets, small shops, schools, a health centre, bars and restaurants. There are municipal sports facilities including a swimming pool and tennis courts, a cultural centre and a park. The weekly street market is traditionally held on a Thursday.
The town centre has steep, narrow streets and a main square, with the 18th century parish church of Nuestra Señora de Belén at its heart. Bigastro has a strong musical tradition and takes its fiestas seriously: the main celebrations fall in August, with a parade on the 15th, and there are further fiestas in May.
Be honest with yourself about two things. First, Spanish is the working language here, and very little is laid on in English. Second, nightlife is limited and public transport is thin, so you will want a car. The nearest railway station is in Orihuela.
How much does property cost in Bigastro?
Bigastro is a small market. Stock is mostly single family housing: town houses in the old centre, detached and semi-detached homes on the edges, and occasional small new build schemes.
At the time of writing (September 2026) what we have in Bigastro sits at the upper end of the local range: around €700,000 for a large five-bedroom detached villa of roughly 320 m² built. That is not the typical Bigastro price, it is the top of it.
More broadly, inland Vega Baja towns like this are among the cheapest places to buy on the Costa Blanca South. Town houses and modest detached homes here usually cost well below anything of the same size near the coast, and you get more land and more built area for your money.
Because supply is so limited, it is worth watching a few nearby towns at the same time rather than waiting for the right house in one village.
Buying costs: on a resale, transfer tax (ITP) in the Valencian Community is 9%, rising to 11% on the portion above €1 million from 1 June 2026. On a new build it is 10% IVA plus 1.4% stamp duty (AJD).
How far is Bigastro from the beach, the airport and the golf?
Bigastro is inland, so the beach is a drive rather than a walk.
- Beaches: Guardamar del Segura and Torrevieja are under 30 minutes by car.
- Alicante-Elche airport (ALC): around 40 to 50 minutes by car.
- Región de Murcia airport (RMU, Corvera): around 35 to 45 minutes by car.
- Orihuela: a few minutes away, for the hospital, larger shops, secondary schools and the train.
Golf is genuinely close. Vistabella Golf is roughly 10 to 15 minutes away: an 18-hole course laid out by Manuel Piñero on former citrus farmland, with a bowls green and padel courts as well. La Finca Golf at Algorfa, an 18-hole par 72 designed by Pepe Gancedo and opened in 2002, is a little further, around 15 to 20 minutes.
Who buys in Bigastro?
The population is mostly Spanish, with a modest and slowly growing international community. Foreign residents in the town have historically been led by British buyers, and there are Northern European owners here too, but nobody comes to Bigastro for an expat bubble.
It tends to suit:
- Buyers who want to live in a real Spanish town, year round, and are happy to learn some Spanish.
- Families and retirees who want space, a garden and a garage for the price of a coastal apartment.
- Golfers who would rather be five minutes from a course than five minutes from a beach bar.
- People working or with family in Orihuela, Almoradí or Murcia.
It suits you less well if you want to walk to the sea, want English spoken everywhere, or want a wide choice of similar homes to compare.
Is Bigastro a good place to rent out?
Not really a holiday let market, and we would rather say so. Short-term tourist demand inland is thin compared with the coast, and most visitors to the Vega Baja want to be within walking distance of a beach or a golf course.
Where Bigastro can work is long-term letting. There is steady local demand from Spanish tenants and from people working in the area, and running costs are usually lower than on a coastal urbanisation because many homes have no community fees.
If rental income is your main goal, look at the golf and coastal areas as well and compare the numbers honestly. If you want a home to live in, Bigastro offers better value than almost anywhere within half an hour of the sea.
If you would like a straight answer about what is available in Bigastro right now, or how it compares with nearby villages, call in to our office in Cabo Roig or have a look at the homes listed above.
Frequently asked questions
Do many people speak English in Bigastro?
Some do, but far fewer than on the coast. Spanish is the everyday language in the town hall, shops and health centre, so basic Spanish makes life much easier here.
Is there an international school near Bigastro?
Not in the town itself. Bigastro has Spanish state schools, and the nearest international and bilingual schools are in the wider Orihuela and Costa Blanca South area, which means a daily drive.
Can I manage in Bigastro without a car?
It is difficult. You can walk to shops, bars and the health centre in town, but bus services are limited and the beaches, airports and larger hospitals all need a car.
Are there apartments for sale in Bigastro, or only houses?
Mostly houses. The town's stock is dominated by town houses and detached or semi-detached family homes, with only occasional apartments, usually in small new build blocks.
Does Bigastro flood?
The Vega Baja is a river plain and has seen serious flooding in the past, most notably in 2019. Bigastro itself is built on a low hill rather than on the lowest ground, but it is always worth checking the specific plot and asking about insurance before you buy.
How hot does it get in summer?
Inland summers are hot and dry, noticeably warmer than on the coast because there is no sea breeze. Winters are mild, which is why many owners use their homes all year.