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Daya Nueva is a small, traditional municipality in the Vega Baja del Segura, in the province of Alicante on the Costa Blanca South. The village sits inland on low, fertile plains a short drive from the coast and larger towns such as Almoradí and Guardamar del Segura. It is a compact community of roughly 1,800–2,000 residents set across about 7 km², offering the calm, rural character many buyers seek while remaining well connected to the amenities of the coast.
The town lies approximately 10–15 km from the nearest Mediterranean beaches (Guardamar and surrounding coastal areas), making sandy shores reachable in a 10–20-minute drive. The town is within comfortable driving distance of Alicante Airport (ALC) roughly 35–50 km by road, a 30–45-minute car journey. These short transfers make Daya Nueva attractive to both holiday-home buyers and full-time residents who travel regularly.
For day-to-day living Daya Nueva provides essential services: local shops, bars/cafés, municipal facilities and a friendly village atmosphere. Larger supermarkets, schools, medical centres and a wider retail/entertainment offer are available in nearby Almoradí, San Fulgencio and Guardamar, all within a short drive. The area is also popular with golfers and outdoor enthusiasts thanks to several nearby courses and countryside routes. This combination of village life, short drives to beaches and proximate services is frequently highlighted by buyers looking for tranquillity plus convenience.
The local property mix includes traditional Spanish townhouses and village homes (period/renovation opportunities), modern semi-detached and detached villas with private pools, new-build residential developments (semi-detached plots and small complexes), and occasional rural fincas/plots. Listings show a range from renovation projects and terraced houses in the village centre to contemporary villas and new-build semi-detached homes that appeal to families and holiday-let investors alike. Price points are typically more affordable than immediate coastal towns, giving strong value for purchasers seeking proximity to the beach without the coastal price premium.
With its tranquil, rural atmosphere combined with proximity to the Costa Blanca's beaches, a friendly and welcoming community, and affordable housing options, especially newer developments. Daya Nueva offers a peaceful lifestyle away from tourist hotspots whilst still providing easy access to larger towns for more amenities and an authentic Spanish experience rooted in agriculture and local traditions.