How Long Does It Take to Sell a Home in Javea? Real Timelines

We get asked this all the time. And the honest answer? It depends.

Not what you wanted to hear, maybe. But if you’re thinking of selling your home in Javea, it’s more useful to talk in real numbers, actual patterns we’re seeing right now, and the kinds of properties that move quickly—versus the ones that take a while.

Here’s the breakdown.

If You’re Selling a Well-Priced Villa in a Good Location

Let’s say you’ve got a three- or four-bedroom villa in Montgó, Pinosol, or Tosalet. It’s in good condition, modernised or well-maintained, and priced where the market is (not where it was in 2021).

From the moment it’s listed, we typically see serious interest within the first 10–14 days. If it’s marketed properly—with high-quality photos, accurate pricing, and exposure in both Spanish and international channels—viewings often begin the same week.

Real offers? Within 3 to 5 weeks is not unusual. And in today’s market, once an offer lands, things can move quickly.

We’ve had recent sales where the notary appointment was confirmed in under 60 days. That’s not the norm, but it’s possible when both buyer and seller are prepared, the paperwork is in place, and the home meets expectations.

What Slows Things Down?

Two things, mostly: price and presentation. You can have a beautiful property, but if it’s priced 10–15% over comparable listings, most buyers will skip right past it. They’re too well informed these days.

And even a fairly priced home will stall if it doesn’t show well. Photos taken on a cloudy day. A cluttered terrace. Kitchens that feel stuck in the last decade. Buyers notice.

Then there’s paperwork. If you’re not ready with energy certificates, plans, and documents that prove modifications were legal, things grind to a halt right at the point you want momentum.

We’ve also seen delays when a property has unclear boundaries or undocumented extensions. These things can be resolved, but they take time—and time isn’t something most buyers have in abundance.

What Happens After the Offer?

Once an offer is accepted, the typical process looks like this:

Reservation contract: Within a few days
Private purchase contract: Within 2 weeks
Completion: Usually around 8 to 12 weeks from offer to notary signature

Buyers—especially international ones—sometimes move faster if they’re here temporarily or buying in cash. But you should still plan for two to three months, post-offer.

This timeframe allows for due diligence, legal checks, and—if needed—mortgage processing. If you’re selling to a buyer with financing, expect an extra 2–3 weeks on top.

What Moves Quickly Right Now?

Based on the last few months:

Modernised villas between €600K–€1.2M in Montgó, La Lluca, or Costa Nova
Apartments near Arenal with tourist licence potential
Well-presented homes under €450K that don’t need major renovation

Homes with updated bathrooms, efficient heating/cooling systems, and neutral finishes attract strong interest. So do properties with usable outdoor space—a terrace that catches the afternoon sun, a pool that’s ready to go, or even a small garden that looks looked-after.

There’s also demand for homes with a home office, fibre internet, or ground-floor bedrooms. The pandemic years shifted buyer expectations, and they haven’t shifted back.

What Takes Longer?

Properties with awkward layouts or dark interiors
Homes in need of heavy refurbishment
Overpriced listings that haven’t been adjusted after 8 weeks of low activity
Dwellings with limited photos or vague descriptions online

Sometimes it’s not even the house. It’s the access. Homes that are hard to find, tricky to park at, or a long way from amenities often sit longer—unless they’re priced to compensate.

It’s not that they won’t sell. It’s that the pool of buyers is smaller. Which means longer lead times.

What’s the Best Month to List?

We see peaks in spring (March to June) and again in early autumn (September/October). Listing in July or August can still work, but many serious buyers travel then and may want to schedule viewings for after summer.

Winter can surprise you. Northern European buyers often visit in January or February to buy ahead of the summer season. We’ve had properties go from listing to notary in under 60 days—just because the right buyer was in town at the right time.

If you’re thinking of selling, don’t wait for the perfect moment. The perfect moment is when your property looks its best and buyers are actively looking—which is right now.

What Do Sellers Often Get Wrong About Timing?

The assumption that listing is a passive act. “We’ll list it and see what happens.” That might’ve worked five years ago, but today’s market moves quickly. If your property sits without movement for four to six weeks, it starts to drop off the radar—both with buyers and search algorithms.

We often advise clients to launch with intention. That means having everything in place from day one: strong photography, precise pricing, legal paperwork, and marketing across multiple channels.

Want a Realistic Timeline for Your Property?

We’ll tell you straight. If your home is likely to attract quick interest, we’ll show you how and why. If not, we’ll explain what’s holding it back and what you could do about it.

Selling in Javea isn’t a lottery. It’s timing, pricing, prep—and working with someone who knows the area street by street.

At Grupo Garcia, we bring nearly 30 years of local knowledge to every property. We’ve sold homes in every neighbourhood, at every time of year, in every type of market.

Talk to Grupo Garcia about how long it would really take to sell your home this year. No guesswork. Just the truth, based on experience.