Cox Property Price Risen by 54% in One Year

Seven of the 10 municipalities where housing prices have risen the most are in the Valencian Community and Murcia.

All of these municipalities have experienced price increases of 37% or higher, significantly exceeding the national average increase of 15.7%. The study used the October 2025 housing price report published by idealista, the leading real estate marketplace in Southern Europe, as its reference point.

The municipality of Malpica de Bergantiños in A Coruña tops the ranking, with its housing prices having risen by 57% in the last year. It is followed by two municipalities in Alicante, Cox and Rafal, with price increases of 54% and 53% respectively. Next is the Madrid municipality of Villarejo de Salvanés, with a year-on-year increase of 48%.

In fifth and sixth place are two municipalities in Murcia: Torre Pacheco, where the price of housing increased by 46%, and Fuente Álamo, where it increased by 44%.

In seventh place is Marina de Cudeyo, a Cantabrian municipality where housing prices have risen by 39% compared to October of last year. Rounding out the top 10 is a three-way tie with a 37% price increase between La Pobla de Vallbona in Valencia; San Pedro del Pinatar in Murcia; and Gilet, also in Valencia.

🔎 What does this mean for you?

• For buyers: These numbers reflect strong demand — timing and price negotiation more critical than ever.

• For sellers: If you own a property in these municipalities, you’re in a hot zone.

• For investors: These areas may present strong potential, but also increasing competition and possibly fewer bargains.

At SGM Abogados we’re closely monitoring these trends to advise our clients. If you’re buying, selling or investing in the Alicante–Murcia corridor, we can help you navigate the process — legally, fiscally and strategically.