What does it cost to sell your property in Jávea?
A clear, honest breakdown of every cost you’ll face when selling in Spain — capital gains tax, plusvalía, agency fees and legal costs. No surprises.
Capital Gains Tax
On your net gain. Residents pay a sliding scale. Non-residents pay a flat 19% (EU/EEA). 3% retained at notary for non-residents.
Plusvalía
Municipal land value tax paid to Jávea Town Hall. Calculated on cadastral value × years held. Get a quote before you commit to a price.
Agency Commission
Our all-inclusive fee. Tax deductible against your CGT liability — reducing your overall bill. No sale, no fee.
Legal & Other Costs
Solicitor fees, mortgage cancellation (if applicable), energy certificate, and any outstanding community or IBI payments.
Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
CGT is charged on the profit you make — the difference between what you paid for the property (adjusted for costs and improvements) and what you sell it for.
Your net gain is calculated as:
Allowable costs you can deduct include:
Resident CGT rates — 2026
Non-resident CGT — 2026
Plusvalía — municipal land value tax
Plusvalía is a local tax charged by Jávea Town Hall on the increase in the cadastral (land registry) value of the land — not the building — over the period you have owned it.
The seller pays plusvalía, unless otherwise agreed in the contract.
Cadastral land value × coefficient based on years held × municipal tax rate. Jávea Town Hall can provide an estimate before completion.
Since a 2021 Supreme Court ruling, if you can demonstrate there has been no increase in land value, you may be exempt. Your solicitor can advise.
Varies significantly by cadastral value and years held. Allow €1,000–€8,000+ for a typical Jávea property. Get a quote early.
Summary — typical selling costs
Based on a €500,000 sale by a non-resident EU seller who purchased for €350,000 ten years ago.
All figures are estimates for illustration only. Your actual costs will depend on your residency status, years of ownership, purchase price, and individual circumstances. Always take independent legal and tax advice.
Important note
Tax law changes regularly. This guide reflects our understanding of the position as at June 2026 but should not be relied upon as legal or tax advice. Always consult a qualified Spanish solicitor and/or tax adviser before proceeding with a sale.
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