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How much does a swimming pool cost in Torrevieja?
The pool is the renovation that defines the coast: in villas and townhouses across Orihuela Costa and Torrevieja, almost no building decision raises as many price questions as this one. Here are the real 2026 ranges for building a pool from scratch or renovating one you already have, and what salt air does to a pool on the seafront.
Pool prices in 2026
| Pool | Estimated range |
|---|---|
| New in-ground pool (≈ 8×4 m) | €25,000–45,000 |
| Renovation of an existing pool | €4,000–12,000 |
| Solarium or roof waterproofing | €40–80/m² |
A new in-ground pool includes excavation, reinforced concrete shell, waterproofing, lining, filtration and treatment system, and the surrounding deck. Renovation covers everything from re-lining and re-grouting to updating the filtration system of a pool that has seen years of use. The full service detail is under outdoor spaces, pools and terraces.
New pool or renovation: how to decide
If the shell is structurally sound and the problem is the lining, the grouting or an outdated filtration system, renovation solves the vast majority of cases for a fraction of a new pool's cost. Signs it's time to renovate rather than rebuild: surface cracking in the lining, tiles coming loose, water that never quite clears despite proper treatment, or a filtration system over 15-20 years old. Rebuilding from scratch only pays off when the shell has structural cracks affecting watertightness, or when you're changing the size or location.
Salt air and seafront pools
In Cabo Roig, Punta Prima or La Mata, proximity to the sea speeds up a pool's wear far more than inland: salt air attacks taps and the metal parts of the filtration system sooner, degrades tiling where splashed water collects, and dries out the shell's expansion joints. A well-maintained seafront pool needs more frequent checks than one inland — not because it's built worse, but because the environment is harsher. The same happens to a coastal building's façade.
Permit for building a pool
A new pool is construction work and needs its council permit — but unlike an extension, it doesn't add built floor area, so in many cases a declaración responsable (simplified notification-based permit) is enough instead of a full building licence. The exact procedure depends on the municipality and on any specific planning restriction on the plot; we check it and file it before starting the works.
FAQ
The pool questions we hear most
How much does it cost to build an in-ground pool?
In 2026, a new in-ground pool around 8×4 m runs €25,000–45,000, including the reinforced concrete shell, waterproofing, lining and filtration system. The fixed quote comes from the technical visit, depending on the terrain, access and finishes chosen.
Is it worth renovating the pool or better to build a new one?
If the shell is sound and the problem is the lining, grouting or filtration, renovation solves most cases for €4,000-12,000, well below a new pool. Rebuilding only pays off when there are structural cracks or you're changing the size or location.
Do I need a permit to build a pool?
Yes, it's construction work and needs council paperwork. Since it doesn't add built floor area, a declaración responsable is often enough instead of a full building licence, but it depends on the municipality and the plot. We check it and handle the filing.
How long does building a pool take?
The timeline depends on size and site access, and is fixed in writing in the signed work schedule before starting, with the handover date in the contract.
What maintenance does a seafront pool need?
More frequent than inland: salt air speeds up wear on taps, the metal filtration parts and the expansion joints. It's not built worse — the coastal environment is simply harsher.
Can you waterproof the solarium without touching the pool?
Yes, it's independent work: solarium or roof waterproofing is quoted separately, between €40 and €80/m² depending on the starting condition.
Estimated 2026 prices, not binding. The final price comes from the free technical site visit and depends on quality specification, access to the property and starting condition.