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The Contrato de Arras: Securing Your 10% Property Deposit in Costa Adeje (2026)
In the Spanish real estate system, the private deposit contract (Contrato de Arras) is the point of no return. Transferring a 10% deposit for a €1.5 million villa in La Caleta without heavily…
Where to live
Neighbourhoods of Costa Adeje
Each area has a distinct character. Here is how they differ.
Luxury & Quiet
Playa del Duque
The most upmarket corner of Costa Adeje. Wide promenade, boutique hotels, and a beach that earns its reputation. Property prices reflect the postcode.
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Residential & Balanced
Fañabé
Popular with families and long-stay expats. Good mix of apartments, supermarkets, and everyday amenities. Less showy than Duque, more liveable.
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Lively & Central
Torviscas
The commercial heart of Costa Adeje. Restaurants, bars, and high foot traffic. Good for short stays and rentals — noisier than the alternatives.
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Local & Authentic
La Caleta
Small fishing village feel at the southern edge. Quieter, more local, fewer tourists. Increasingly popular with buyers who want calm without leaving the coast.
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The Plusvalía Municipal Tax in Adeje: Who Pays When Selling Property in 2026?
When selling a property in Costa Adeje, the national capital gains tax is not the only fiscal obligation on…
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Importing Your Personal Car to Tenerife: Customs, IGIC Exemptions, and Registration
For international investors and expats relocating to Costa Adeje, bringing a personal vehicle is a common logistical step. While…
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Buying a “Lock-and-Leave” Property in Costa Adeje: Security, Community Rules, and Real Holding Costs
For international buyers and winter residents, the “lock-and-leave” property concept in Costa Adeje represents the ideal balance: a premium…
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Canary Islands Inheritance Tax: The 99.9% Rule and Spanish Wills in Costa Adeje
Acquiring a prime residential asset in Costa Adeje—whether a frontline villa in La Caleta, an estate in Golf Costa…
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Buying Luxury Property in Adeje: Personal Name vs. Spanish SL
For high-net-worth individuals acquiring premium real estate in Costa Adeje—such as a €2M+ frontline villa in La Caleta or…
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The New “Vivienda Vacacional” (VV) Laws in Adeje: 2026 Impact and License Deadlines
The landscape for holiday rentals in Costa Adeje has undergone a radical transformation. For years, acquiring a property and…
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