Mar Menor, Spain - A Place in the Sun

2025 / Mar Menor, Spain, Lee Juggurnauth on 7 November 2025

Mar Menor, Spain, Lee Juggurnauth

Lee Juggurnauth is house hunting along the shores of the Mar Menor, a large saltwater lagoon in southern Spain with Joan and her daughter Kathryn, searching for their perfect holiday home. They know the area well, and have a budget of £70,000 – but will any of the 5 properties Lee has lined up impress them enough to make an offer?

About the area

The Mar Menor, or “Small Sea,” is actually a rather large saltwater lagoon lined with sunshine holiday resorts, and it’s pretty easy to get to, with tons of flights into Alicante Airport, about an hour’s drive away. It’s perfect for families, and there’s a host of water sports, as it’s calm, has shallow beaches, and its high salt levels keep you afloat.

We’re focusing this search along its northern edge, amongst a handful of spectacular resort towns like Santiago de la Ribera and Lo Pagán, which both have a great combination of holiday and community. On the Mar Menor, a two-bedroom, ready-to-move-in apartment with outside space and a communal pool will typically set you back around £100,000, but if you are willing to compromise, some great deals can be found for substantially less.

Property 1

2 Bedroom Apartment in Santiago de La Ribera

The private outside space here, in the form of a balcony, has enough room for a table and chairs, but there’s also a shared solarium with storage and a parking space. Inside, there’s a good-sized living room and a large separate kitchen with room for dining. One of the two bedrooms is bigger than the other, and there’s a bathroom.

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Valued at £70,708 at the time of filming.

Property 2

2 Bedroom Townhouse in Lo Pagan

Here there is a front garden with ample outside space, there’s also a rear courtyard, a utility, and a first full balcony. Inside, on the ground floor, the living room is at the front, and then the fairly spacious kitchen and the toilet are at the back. Upstairs, there are the two bedrooms - both doubles - and a bathroom.

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Valued at £70,752 at the time of filming.

Property 3

3 Bedroom Apartment in Santiago de la Ribera

The private outside space at the front is split over two levels and part-covered, and there is a communal pool. There’s also underground parking. Inside, the living space is at the front and leads past the kitchen with a pantry to a smaller bedroom at the back. There are two further double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a bathroom.

Valued at £76,106 at the time of filming.

Property 4

2 Bedroom Apartment in Los Narejos, Los Alcazares

The outside space at the front is more private than our last and has room for dining. Inside, the living and dining room is a good size. The kitchen is huge and has a utility space. The bedrooms here are beautifully styled and both have fitted wardrobes. Finally, there’s a bathroom.

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Valued at £85,841 at the time of filming.

Property 5

2 Bedroom Apartment in Lo Pagan

The communal pool here is absolutely huge, and the private outside space is in the form of a lovely balcony with views of the Mar Menor. Inside, we have an open plan living, dining, and kitchen space. The main bedroom has an ensuite, as does the second, and there’s a toilet.

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Valued at £78,761 at the time of filming.

Hot Property

5 Bedroom Detached Villa in Las Urrutias

This impressive front-line property is located in the beautiful coastal town of Los Urrutias, Murcia, Spain. The house has 5 large bedrooms, all with ample storage space and 4 luxurious bathrooms. The master bedroom has a private ensuite bathroom and its own balcony with stunning sea views. The property also has a large fully equipped kitchen, a large living room with a fireplace and a separate dining room.

Outside, you will find a private heated pool, perfect for enjoying a dip on those warm Spanish nights. There is also a double garage, providing ample space for parking or storage. The property is situated on a large plot with landscaped gardens, providing plenty of space for outdoor living and entertaining.

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Valued at approximately £880,531 at the time of filming.