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99m2
2
2
Swimming pool
Bedrooms:
2
Bathrooms:
2
Built:
99m2
Usable:
75m2
Pool:
Swimming pool
Distance to beach:
500 Mts.
Terrace: 85 Msq.
Storage / Trastero
Solarium: Yes
Communal Pool
Near Schools
Location: Coastal, Urbanisation
Air Conditioning: Pre-Installed
Double Bedrooms: 2
Elevator/Lift
Number of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking - Space
Beach: 500 Meters
Useable Build Space: 75 Msq.
Key ready
Gated
Cartagena – a historic port city on the Mediterranean Sea
Cartagena is one of the oldest cities in Spain, located on the Costa Cálida coastline in the Region of Murcia. Its history dates back more than 2,200 years, and its character differs significantly from typical tourist resorts. It is a real, year-round functioning port city where daily life is based on residents, the university, administration and maritime economy rather than tourism alone.
The city lies on a large natural bay and serves as one of the main naval ports of Spain. Thanks to this, it remains active throughout the year and offers full infrastructure necessary for permanent living. Cartagena is often chosen by people looking for life in Spain in a more authentic Spanish environment, with less typical tourist development and greater stability than holiday towns.
The centre of Cartagena resembles a classic Mediterranean city. There are pedestrian streets, squares, cafés and restaurants open all year, as well as numerous cultural events and festivals. The presence of the university plays an important role, attracting students and ensuring the city remains lively outside the summer season. For this reason, Cartagena is not seasonal — shops, bars and services operate even in winter.
The city is also well connected and convenient for everyday life. There are hospitals, schools, shopping centres, public offices, public transport and fast road connections to Murcia and other parts of the region.
Cartagena stands out for its rich historical heritage visible directly in the city centre. The main points of interest include:
• Roman theatre from the 1st century BC located in the centre
• harbour and seaside promenade
• Carthaginian walls and defensive fortifications
• archaeological and maritime museums
• modernist buildings and representative townhouses
• surrounding hills overlooking the bay
Walking through the centre has a more urban than tourist character — it is a place where residents spend time daily, not only during holidays.
Cartagena is located directly by the sea, however its coastline differs from the long, flat beaches of the Costa Blanca. The area is characterised by natural coves and smaller beaches surrounded by cliffs, which are quieter and more intimate. Nearby are also the beaches of the Mar Menor and longer sandy stretches of coastline.
Location and distances
Murcia – approx. 50 km
La Manga del Mar Menor – approx. 35 km
Torrevieja – approx. 60 km
Murcia-Corvera Airport – approx. 30 minutes
Alicante Airport – approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
Thanks to the AP-7 motorway and regional roads, the entire Costa Cálida and southern Costa Blanca coastline can be reached quickly.
The real estate market in Cartagena differs from typical seaside resorts. In the city centre, apartments in historic buildings and urban flats dominate, while coastal districts and outskirts offer residential areas and detached houses. The location is particularly suitable for permanent residence and long-term rental, including for students and professionals working in the region.
Cartagena is a good option for people who want to live in Spain permanently, value city life, culture and infrastructure, while still having close access to the sea. It is ideal for clients looking for an authentic Spanish city by the water rather than a purely holiday resort.
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