Renting in Altea — complete guide

The rental market in Altea

Rentals in Altea are heavily influenced by the tourist season. In 2026, average long-term rental prices are:

Prices rise 30-50% for seasonal rentals (May-September) and double for weekly tourist rentals.

Types of contract

• Permanent home (LAU): minimum 5-year contract (7 if landlord is a company). CPI-capped raises. Deposit: 1 month.
• Seasonal: 1-11 months, purpose other than primary residence (studies, work). No mandatory extension. Deposit: 2 months.
• Tourist (VT): regulated by Valencia regional government. Stays under 11 days, VT license required.

Documents and guarantees the landlord will ask for

• DNI / NIE / passport.
• Last 3 payslips or income tax return (self-employed).
• Employment contract or work history.
• Deposit: 1 or 2 months according to contract type.
• Common extra guarantees: bank guarantee, additional deposit (1-3 months), non-payment insurance.

The deposit must be lodged at the RFCV (Valencia Region Deposit Registry) within 30 days of signing — ask for the receipt.

Tenant rights (LAU 29/1994)

• Minimum duration: 5 years (7 if landlord is a company). The landlord cannot terminate except in very specific circumstances.
• Rent increase: capped at CPI (or the reference index set by the Government).
• Repairs: those needed to keep the property habitable are the landlord's responsibility. Small ones (changing a bulb, tap washer) are the tenant's.
• Subletting: requires written authorization from the landlord.
• Early termination: after 6 months you can end the contract with 30 days' notice. Possible compensation of 1 month per remaining year, if agreed.

Tips to find a place

• Start searching off-season (October-April): more supply and lower prices.
• Always visit in person — be suspicious of landlords asking for money before the viewing or claiming to be "abroad".
• Check insulation and orientation: old houses can be cold in winter and hot in summer.
• Review the energy certificate — F and G letters mean high bills.
• Ask to see the last community fee bill and utility bills — you'll know the real monthly cost.
• Read the contract before signing. If unsure, pay €50-100 to a lawyer to review it: it will save you thousands later.