What does it cost, and what is life like, in Caleta de Fuste?
Average reference price per m², estimated from official MIVAU data. This is a statistical figure for the area, not the price of any specific property for sale. How it is calculated →
Caleta de Fuste
Living by the sea in Fuerteventura
15 person has viewed this listing- altitude
- 17 m
- sun per day
- 8 h
- per m² on average
- 2.591 €
- climate comfort
- 46/100
- air quality
- 25 µg/m³
Area profile. Here you will see what living in Caleta de Fuste is like: climate, altitude, wind, salt air, fibre optic, nearby amenities (health, schools, supermarkets), municipality population and reference prices. This is not a listing for a specific property.
See properties here ↓Caleta de Fuste is an area of Fuerteventura with an average of 8,0 sunshine hours a day, 1 wind, an altitude of 17 m, a climate comfort of 46 /100. Buying costs around 220.244 €. With no municipal figure available, we use the MIVAU island average: reliable as guidance, not as an exact appraisal of this area. Further down you will also find nearby health, education and retail, plus the municipality population.
Night sky (estimated)
Sky with significant light pollution
Our own estimate based on municipality population, altitude and nearby amenities — not an official satellite measurement.
Area features
Description
Caleta de Fuste is a family-friendly coastal town in the municipality of Antigua, on the island of Fuerteventura.
The area gets an average of 8 hours of sunshine a day. Strong wind is common here, a well-known trait of the area (and a draw for kite/windsurf fans). Sea-salt exposure is high given the proximity to the ocean, so slightly more maintenance is worth budgeting for.
Fibre-optic broadband is already confirmed here, a real plus for remote workers.
For Antigua we use a reference of €2.591/m², based on official Spanish government valuation data (MIVAU). For a typical home in the area, that works out to around €220.244 to buy, or roughly €826/month to rent.
Close to Caleta de Fuste you'll find Las Corcobadas, Montaña Blanca de Abajo, Punta de la Hondura — real reference points, not vague claims.
These are the real numbers behind Caleta de Fuste — the rest comes down to seeing the place for yourself.
What it's like to live in Caleta de Fuste
Caleta de Fuste lies on the northern slope of Fuerteventura, the one facing the trade winds head-on. It's the windward side: the Atlantic's moist air hits the relief and drops much of its humidity there, so there's more cloud cover at mid-altitude, more rain spread through the year, and a noticeably greener landscape than the south of the island. With an average of 8,0 hours of sunshine a day, it's worth expecting overcast days especially in winter, and higher ambient humidity than people expect when they arrive looking only for beach weather.
Caleta de Fuste belongs to the municipality of Antigua, which has 14.164 residents across its whole area. It's a mid-sized municipality, big enough to have everyday services sorted (health centre, school, local shops) without the density or traffic of the larger urban areas.
In the immediate surroundings of Caleta de Fuste is Las Corcobadas, Montaña Blanca de Abajo, Punta de la Hondura and Morro de la Cancela, a useful landmark for getting your bearings before visiting the area.
Within walking distance of the area's centre, 3 health centres, a pharmacy, 8 supermarkets and 47 restaurants have been found, according to open OpenStreetMap data. This is an indicative and always conservative count: it reflects what's been mapped, which in smaller towns tends to fall short of what's actually there.
Caleta de Fuste compared with its surroundings
Being right by the sea, salt-spray is high: it's worth having treated woodwork and fittings, and expecting more façade upkeep than further inland.
With 8 hours of sunshine a day, this is an area made for living outdoors for much of the year.
- For hours of sunshine it ranks 6 out of 15 among the areas of Antigua.
- It sits 107 m below the average altitude for Antigua, which shows in the temperature.
Calculated across the 2,719 areas in the catalogue. Updated whenever the data changes.
How far is it
6,1 km
Airport · Fuerteventura
11,4 km
Island capital · Puerto del Rosario
Straight-line distances from the centre of the area; road distances are longer, especially in mountainous areas.
What it's like to live in Caleta de Fuste
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Points of interest and local life around Caleta de Fuste:
- Las Corcobadas
- Montaña Blanca de Abajo
- Punta de la Hondura
- Morro de la Cancela
Nearby amenities
Antigua has a population of 14.164.
Amenities within 3 km of Caleta de Fuste (OpenStreetMap data):
The figures for Caleta de Fuste
Compared with the average for Fuerteventura.
Comparison across Fuerteventura
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How to read these figures
Every figure on this page describes what living here is like all year round, not just on holiday. Here is what each one means:
- Sunshine hours
- Average daily sunshine. More sun means more natural light indoors, lower heating bills and better output if you fit solar panels.
- Wind
- The prevailing strength in the area. Light means comfortable terraces and outdoor living all year; strong is excellent for wind sports, but you feel it day to day.
- Salt air
- The influence of the sea. High means more upkeep for façades, windows, railings and vehicles. Low preserves the property better over time.
- Altitude
- The higher you go, the cooler the nights, the drier the air and the less salt. At coastal level temperatures are steadier and milder.
- Fibre optic
- Coverage recorded in the area. Decisive if you work remotely; worth confirming street by street before you sign.
- Reference price
- The official appraised value per m² applied to a reference-sized property. It is a statistical figure for the area so you can compare, NOT the price of any specific property.
Where the data comes from
- Reference prices: Spanish Ministry of Housing (MIVAU), appraised value Q1 2026 updated quarterly
- Current temperature: Open-Meteo, using data from the European Copernicus programme updated every 6 hours
- Calima (PM10): Open-Meteo, air quality from Copernicus updated every 3 hours
- Amenities, points of interest and map: OpenStreetMap and its contributors updated monthly
- Municipality population: Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE) updated monthly
The data updates automatically on a regular basis. Climate and price figures are indicative and meant for comparing areas; they do not replace a valuation or a visit.
Questions about Caleta de Fuste
Is it windy in Caleta de Fuste?
According to the area’s data, the usual wind is fuerte: it blows strongly: this is a windy area, much prized for wind sports.
Is there much salt air in Caleta de Fuste?
For this area the recorded sea salt level is high because of the proximity to the sea: protecting metalwork, shutters and vehicles is recommended. The altitude of 17 m also affects how much sea breeze reaches here.
Is there fibre optic in Caleta de Fuste?
Yes: the area’s data records fibre-optic coverage. Added to its 8 hours of sunshine a day, it’s a point in favour of working remotely from here.
How much does it cost to live in Caleta de Fuste?
Using the official appraisal data (MIVAU, Q1 2026) as a reference, buying a typical home is around 220.244 € and the reference monthly rent is around 826 €/month. The area’s average price is € 2.591 /m². These are statistical averages for comparing areas, not the price of any specific property.
Are there hospitals or health centres near Caleta de Fuste?
The municipality of Antigua has 3 health centres. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just for this specific area. The nearest health centre to the centre of the area is about 123 m away.
Does Caleta de Fuste have supermarkets and pharmacies?
The municipality of Antigua has 8 supermarkets and 1 pharmacy. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just for this specific area. The nearest supermarket to the centre of the area is about 466 m away.
How high is Caleta de Fuste?
At around 17 metres above sea level, practically at coastal level.
What is the climate like in Caleta de Fuste?
On the La Brisa Mar climate comfort index (sun + wind, 0 to 100) it scores 46: demanding, with sun or wind below average. The average is 8 hours of sunshine a day.
Is Caleta de Fuste in the north or south of Fuerteventura?
It is in the north side, which faces the trade winds: greener and more humid, with more cloud cover in the mid-altitudes.
Who is Caleta de Fuste a good area for?
To families and anyone who wants to live minutes from the beach without giving up everyday amenities.
Can you work remotely from Caleta de Fuste?
It’s possible: there’s fibre-optic coverage in Caleta de Fuste, the minimum requirement for reliable remote work. With a climate comfort of 46 /100, it is also easy to stay and work from home most of the year.
What is the air quality like in Caleta de Fuste?
The latest reading shows 25 µg/m³ of PM10: air quality with light Saharan dust in the latest recorded reading.
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| Area | Municipality | Altitude | Sun | Wind | €/m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Valles de Ortega | Antigua | 237 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Urbanización Fuerteventura Golf Club | Antigua | 14 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Triquivijate | Antigua | 222 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Salinas del Carmen | Antigua | 19 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Pozo Negro | Antigua | 9 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Las Pocetas | Antigua | 199 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| La Corte | Antigua | 228 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Jacomar | Antigua | 3 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| El Saladillo | Antigua | 73 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| El Castillo | Antigua | 49 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
Other coastal areas
| Area | Municipality | Altitude | Sun | Wind | €/m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pozo de la Salud | Frontera | 40 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Triana | Las Palmas de Gran Canaria | 8 m | 8,0 h | Moderado | 2.251 € |
| Sabinosa | Frontera | 290 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Costa Adeje | Adeje | 45 m | 9,0 h | Moderado | 3.728 € |
| Tejeguate | Frontera | 125 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Corralejo | La Oliva | 12 m | 9,0 h | Fuerte | 3.214 € |
| Tigaday | Frontera | 279 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Puerto Naos | Los Llanos de Aridane | 20 m | 8,0 h | Suave | 1.432 € |
| La Restinga | El Pinar de El Hierro | 29 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Belgara Alta | Frontera | 274 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |