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Properties available (approx.)
from €198,000 (studio) to €1,200,000 (villa)
Guide price range
Villas and apartments with pool
Predominant type
0-5 min on foot
Distance to the beach
1-5 min by car
Distance to golf
approx. 10 min (A-7)
Distance to Almería city
El Toyo is the standout residential choice on the Almería coast: a planned development that brings together beach, golf, amenities and excellent transport links in a setting of outstanding natural beauty. If you are looking to buy property in El Toyo, you will find everything from compact studios ideal for holiday rental investment to luxury villas with private pool and sea views, all just a few kilometres from Almería city centre.
What is El Toyo and why is it so highly regarded?
El Toyo forms part of the municipality of Retamar, within the district of Almería. Its development gathered real momentum following the 2005 Mediterranean Games, which brought the area world-class sports infrastructure and new residential stock. Today it is one of the most established urbanisations in the province, with a varied property offer, excellent nearby services and consistent demand from both domestic and international buyers.
El Toyo beach is one of its most obvious assets: fine sand, a regular Blue Flag award and outstanding water quality in the context of the Andalusian Mediterranean. The seafront promenade, sports facilities and proximity to Playa Serena Golf Club (and the former Games course) make the area even more appealing to buyers in search of a genuinely high quality of life.
Property types in El Toyo
The property offer in El Toyo is broad and varied. At the entry level you will find studios and one- or two-bedroom flats, typically in complexes with communal pool, which are highly sought after for holiday rental investment given their strong summer occupancy rates. Guide prices for these studios sit below €200,000, with gross annual yields exceeding 6% in the best cases.
In the mid-range, two- and three-bedroom apartments with terrace and sea views are common, as are townhouses with private garden. At the premium end, El Toyo offers contemporary-design detached villas with private pool, generous terraces and plots that in some cases exceed 1,000 m². These properties range in price from €500,000 to over one million euros, depending on views, finish and proximity to the golf course.
Buyer profile in El Toyo
The El Toyo market attracts three main buyer profiles. The first is the domestic second-home buyer, predominantly from Madrid, Valencia and Murcia, looking for a quality property by the sea to enjoy during summer and bank holidays. The second is the holiday rental investor: the strong tourist demand along the Almería coast and solid rental yields make El Toyo an attractive destination for those seeking income from their property investment.
The third profile, growing since the pandemic, is that of families and remote workers looking for a permanent home outside the major cities. The proximity to Almería city, access to schools, health centres and supermarkets, and the outdoor quality of life are making El Toyo an increasingly popular choice as a primary residence.
Amenities, access and everyday life
El Toyo has supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, beach bars and an active leisure offering that includes padel, tennis and watersports. Getting around by car is easy: the A-7 (Autovía del Mediterráneo) connects the development to Almería city in around 10 minutes. Almería International Airport is less than 20 kilometres away, which greatly facilitates travel for foreign buyers and tourists alike.
Public transport, while not perfect, links El Toyo to central Almería by bus. The area has well-kept green spaces, a cycle path and a network of pedestrian walkways that encourage walking or cycling between the different residential zones.
Investment and holiday rental in El Toyo
Holiday rental in El Toyo is one of the most dynamic on the Almería coast. The high season runs from June to September, with occupancy rates exceeding 70% for well-located properties. Apartments and studios close to the beach can generate net income that covers a significant portion of annual running costs, making investment a very attractive proposition for mid-range budgets.
From a capital appreciation perspective, El Toyo has shown a sustained upward trend in recent years. Limited availability of new beachfront land and growing demand from both Spanish and European buyers keep prices moving upward, offering greater market security than more saturated tourist destinations.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about El Toyo
Is buying in El Toyo a good holiday rental investment?
Yes. El Toyo combines beach, golf and excellent transport links, generating consistent holiday demand. Well-located studios and two-bedroom apartments achieve indicative gross yields of 5-7% per year, with occupancy rates above 65-70% during high season.
What types of property can you buy in El Toyo?
The El Toyo market offers studios and flats in complexes with communal pool, townhouses with private garden, penthouses with solarium and sea views, and luxury detached villas with private pool. The price range is wide, from around €190,000 to over one million euros.
How far is El Toyo from Almería city centre?
El Toyo is approximately 12-15 km from Almería city centre, around 10 minutes by car on the A-7. Almería Airport is less than 20 km away, very convenient for international owners and visitors.
Are there everyday amenities in El Toyo without needing to go into Almería?
Yes. The development has supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, beach bars and sports leisure facilities. For administrative matters or specialist medical care, the proximity to Almería resolves any need within a few minutes.
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