What does it cost, and what is life like, in Costa Calma?
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 →
Costa Calma
Living by the sea in Fuerteventura
11 person has viewed this listing- altitude
- 39 m
- sun per day
- 8 h
- per m² on average
- 2.591 €
- climate comfort
- 46/100
- air quality
- 23 µg/m³
Area profile. Here you will see what living in Costa Calma 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 ↓Costa Calma, in Fuerteventura, is characterised by an average of 8,0 sunshine hours a day, 2 wind, an altitude of 39 m, a climate comfort of 46 /100. For a reference property, budget around 220.244 €. There is no appraisal for this municipality on its own; the official MIVAU island-wide average is used as a reasonable reference. Further down we detail nearby amenities and 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
Costa Calma is a family-friendly coastal town in the municipality of Pájara, 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 Pájara 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 Costa Calma you'll find Risco del Gato, Montañeta del Granillo, Estatua de Neptuno — real reference points, not vague claims.
These are the real numbers behind Costa Calma — the rest comes down to seeing the place for yourself.
What it's like to live in Costa Calma
Costa Calma lies on the southern slope of Fuerteventura, leeward of the trade winds. The air arrives here after dropping its moisture over the north of the island, and it shows: fewer clouds, less rain and considerably more hours of clear sunshine than on the opposite side, with a drier landscape. The average of 8,0 hours of daily sunshine is a direct consequence of that position, not a quirk of the local microclimate.
Costa Calma belongs to the municipality of Pájara, which has 21.570 residents across its whole area. It's a large municipality by Canary Islands standards, with full services, regular public transport and a housing market with constant activity, both for sale and rent.
In the immediate surroundings of Costa Calma is Risco del Gato, Montañeta del Granillo, Estatua de Neptuno and Montañeta de los Verodes, a useful landmark for getting your bearings before visiting the area.
Within walking distance of the area's centre, a school, 4 health centres, 2 pharmacies, 3 supermarkets and 35 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.
Costa Calma 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 7 out of 24 among the areas of Pájara.
Calculated across the 2,719 areas in the catalogue. Updated whenever the data changes.
How far is it
48,4 km
Airport · Fuerteventura
52,1 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 Costa Calma
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Points of interest and local life around Costa Calma:
- Risco del Gato
- Montañeta del Granillo
- Estatua de Neptuno
- Montañeta de los Verodes
Nearby amenities
Pájara has a population of 21.570.
Amenities within 3 km of Costa Calma (OpenStreetMap data):
The figures for Costa Calma
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 Costa Calma
Is it windy in Costa Calma?
The prevailing wind is fuerte. In practice it blows strongly: this is a windy area, much prized for wind sports.
Is there much salt air in Costa Calma?
The salt-air level is high because of the proximity to the sea: protecting metalwork, shutters and vehicles is recommended. The altitude of 39 m also affects how much sea breeze reaches here.
Is there fibre optic in Costa Calma?
Yes, the area has registered 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 Costa Calma?
According to the official appraised value (MIVAU, Q1 2026), 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 Costa Calma?
The municipality of Pájara has 1 hospital and 4 health centres. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just for this specific area. The nearest hospital to the centre of the area is about 857 m away.
Are there schools in Costa Calma?
The municipality of Pájara has 1 school. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just for this specific area. The nearest school to the centre of the area is about 631 m away.
Does Costa Calma have supermarkets and pharmacies?
The municipality of Pájara has 3 supermarkets and 2 pharmacies. 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 256 m away.
How high is Costa Calma?
At around 39 metres above sea level, practically at coastal level.
What is the climate like in Costa Calma?
Our climate comfort index, which combines sun hours and wind, gives it 46 out of 100: a demanding, with sun or wind below average climate. The average is 8 hours of sunshine a day.
Is Costa Calma in the north or south of Fuerteventura?
It is in the south side, sheltered from the trade winds: sunnier and drier all year round.
Who is Costa Calma 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 Costa Calma?
Yes: Costa Calma has confirmed fibre optic, the foundation for trouble-free 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 Costa Calma?
The latest reading shows 23 µg/m³ of PM10: air quality good, with no Saharan dust in the latest recorded reading.
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| Area | Municipality | Altitude | Sun | Wind | €/m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| El Puertito | Pájara | 11 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Urbanización las Gaviotas | Pájara | 37 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Cofete | Pájara | 69 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Urbanización Tierra Dorada | Pájara | 63 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Cañada del Río | Pájara | 19 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Toto | Pájara | 274 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Casas del Valluelo | Pájara | 125 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Solana Matorral | Pájara | 34 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Casas de Joros | Pájara | 56 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
| Risco del Paso | Pájara | 17 m | 8,0 h | Fuerte | 2.591 € |
Other coastal areas
| Area | Municipality | Altitude | Sun | Wind | €/m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Puntas | Frontera | 54 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Los Llanillos | Frontera | 239 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Los Mocanes | Frontera | 145 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| Merese | Frontera | 273 m | 7,0 h | Moderado | 1.432 € |
| 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 € |