Villa for sale in Purchena, Almería

This beautiful townhouse exudes traditional Spanish charm and offers a unique opportunity for those seeking a move-in-ready home with style and character, requiring only minimal renovations.

Ideally located within walking distance of shops, cafés, and the town square, this character-filled property is steeped in history. Officially listed as a four-bedroom home, the fourth bedroom—accessed through another in the traditional style—could be reconfigured into an en-suite, as it sits directly above the main bathroom on the ground floor. The walkthrough video is particularly worth watching at this price point, showcasing the full potential of the property, including two spacious attic rooms spanning the entire footprint of the house, both of which are blank canvases.

Property highlights:

- Spacious interior with thick whitewashed walls—naturally cool in summer and insulating in winter.
- Only minor renovations are required. As is typical in Spanish villages, there is no damp-proof course, but this can be easily addressed with modern treatments. At the rear of the property, a small area of water ingress was resolved by unblocking terrace drains, leaving only cosmetic work to be completed. At the front, moss growth on the fascia has led to a damp patch inside, which can be remedied by cleaning and patching.

In summary, this is a solid village home full of character, perfectly positioned. It offers excellent potential for modernisation while remaining liveable from the outset.

Layout

Ground floor:
Dining room 4.0 m x 3.0 m
Living room 3.4 m x 3.3 m
Bathroom 2.1 m x 1.4 m
Kitchen 3.0 m x 2.0 m
Patio 4.2 m x 2.1 m
Hidden storage room 3.1 m x 2.8 m

First floor:
Largest bedroom 4.7 m x 3.7 m
Lounge 6.0 m x 3.4 m
Bedroom 4.4 m x 3.1 m
Leads to traditional fourth bedroom 2.8 m x 2.7 m (ideal for en-suite)

Second floor:
Attic 1 7.9 m x 3.5 m
Attic 2 7.9 m x 3.5 m
Terrace 4.4 m x 3.3 m

Location and nearby amenities
Front door facing orientation: 50° NE.
Location: Purchena (04870), Almería, Spain.
Coordinates: 37.3472° N, 2.3604° W.

Purchena is a small, charming town in Almería, southern Spain, situated at the foot of the Sierra de los Filabres in the middle of the Almanzora River Valley, surrounded by woodland that ascends into the mountains. It has narrow Moorish streets and historic plazas, with amenities including schools, shops, bars, restaurants, banks, a medical centre, sports facilities, and a weekly market. The surrounding countryside is ideal for hiking and cycling.

Nearby towns:
- Olula del Río: 7 km (about 10 minutes by car). Thursday is a much larger market day.
- Mercadona supermarket: wider selection of shops and services, sports, and leisure facilities.
- Tijola: 8 km (about 10 minutes by car). Saturday is a much larger market day.
- Fines: 11 km (about 14 minutes by car). Sunday is a much larger market day.
- Cela: 12 km (about 15 minutes by car). Balsa de Cela is a hot spring with temperatures maintained at different times of the year between 22 and 24 ºC, ideal for swimming and exercise all year round.

Airports:
- Almería Airport (LEI): 87 km (about 1 h 8 min by car)
- Murcia International Airport (RMU): 152 km (about 1 h 34 min by car)
- Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): 218 km (about 2 h 8 min by car)

Beaches:
- Vera Playa: 60 km (about 45 minutes by car)
- Garrucha Beach: 63 km (about 48 minutes by car)
- Mojácar Playa: 72 km (about 52 minutes by car)
- Cabo de Gata: 107 km (about 1 h 27 min by car)