Why move to Los Altos
Move here to become part of a thriving international community, enjoy family fun at the beaches and salt lakes and have some of the world’s best golf courses at your fingertips.
Located around 5 kilometres from the coastal town of Torrevieja, this suburb in southeastern Spain is popular with Spanish and international buyers alike. Surrounded by excellent blue flag beaches, not to mention the famous salt lakes of Torrevieja, Los Altos is a popular spot for families, sun worshippers and lovers of water sports alike.
Los Altos is also ideal for lovers of golf. With some of the best courses in the world just a stone’s throw away, combined with stunning scenery and the best climate in Europe, it’s easy to see why serious golfers flock from far and wide.
Community
The area is popular with people from northern parts of Spain, who either tend to visit the area on holiday or permanently relocate here. There is also a large international population including English, Swedish, Irish, German and Russian residents.
Property
There are several urbanisations offering different property styles. Whether you are after modern or traditional Spanish properties, there is a wide range of property on offer, from apartments, penthouses and villas to townhouses and bungalows.
Amenities
This area offers an excellent range of amenities, with everything within walking distance or else a short drive away. The town has supermarkets and a shopping area where you will find a good range of independent shops and an indoor market. For your favorite big brands, the large shopping centres of Torrevieja are less than 10 minutes away.
Transport
There are very good transport links in the area, with regular buses and a train station in nearby Torrevieja. Alicante Airport and Murcia International Airport are both just 45 minutes away.
Employment
Nearby Torrevieja and Alicante are among the best places to find jobs on the Costa Brava. There are regular opportunities in the leisure, tourism and construction industries.
Health
Los Altos offers very good health facilities, with several medical centres in the area and the University Hospital of Torrevieja just 5 minutes away. There are also several pharmacies, veterinarians centres and an optician.
Schools
There are plenty of Spanish state schools to choose from; if you are looking for the British curriculum, El Limonar International school is just over 10 minutes away.
Cost of Living
Living costs are very reasonable in Los Altos, with good value property and low cost transport, groceries and entertainment.