What does it cost, and what is life like, in Costa Calma?

from 220.244 €

rent 826 €/month

Average reference price per m², estimated from official data for MIVAU. This is a statistical figure for the area, not the price of a specific property for sale. How it is calculated →

21.570 inhabitants · Pájara

39 m

altitude

8 h

sun per day

Climate comfort

46 /100

Acceptable

Coast

Area Pájara

Costa Calma

Living by the sea in Fuerteventura

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altitude: 39 m
sun per day: 8 h
per m² on average: 2.591 €
climate comfort: 46/100
air quality: 39 µg/m³

Costa Calma, in Fuerteventura, is characterised by an average of 8,0 sunshine hours a day, fuerte wind, an altitude of 39 m, a climate comfort score of 46/100. For a reference property, budget around 220.244 €. There's no assessment specific to this municipality; the official MIVAU average for the whole island is used as a reasonable reference. Below we detail nearby amenities and the municipality's population.Further down we detail nearby amenities and the municipality population.

Night sky (estimated)

Sky with fairly significant light pollution

Bortle ~7

Our own estimate based on the municipality's population, altitude and nearby amenities — not an official satellite measurement.

Area features

Altitude

39 m

Sunshine hours

8.0 h/day

Wind

Fuerte

Salt air

Alto

Fibre optic

Yes

Island side

Sur

Reference property

~85 m²

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, in the lee of the trade winds. Air arrives here after already shedding its moisture in 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. This is a large municipality by Canarian standards, with a full range of amenities, regular public transport, and a property market that's constantly moving, both for sale and to rent.

In the immediate surroundings of Costa Calma are Risco del Gato, Montañeta del Granillo, Estatua de Neptuno and Montañeta de los Verodes: specific points worth exploring before deciding, because just a few minutes away the atmosphere and noise can change completely.

Within 3 km, a school, 4 health centres, 2 pharmacies, 3 supermarkets and 35 restaurants have been located, according to OpenStreetMap open 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 means sea-salt exposure is high: it's worth choosing treated woodwork and fittings, and budgeting for more façade upkeep than further inland.

With 8 hours of sunshine a day, this is an area built for living outdoors for much of the year.

For hours of sunshine, it ranks 12 out of 24 among the areas of Pájara.For hours of sunshine it ranks 12 out of 24 among the areas of Pájara.

Calculated across the 2,719 areas in the catalogue. Updated whenever the data changes.

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Cómo ha evolucionado el precio en the province of Las Palmas

El Ministerio no publica serie trimestral de Pájara, así que esta evolución es la de Las Palmas. Sirve como tendencia del mercado, no como precio de la zona.

1T 2026

2.203 €/m²

En un año

+11,5 %

En cinco años

+39,4 %

Máximo histórico

2.203 €

1T 2026

2T 2011 1T 2026

Valor tasado de vivienda libre publicado por el Ministerio de Vivienda y Agenda Urbana. Serie trimestral de 1T 1995 a 1T 2026; el gráfico muestra los últimos 15 años. El valor tasado es una referencia de tasación, no el precio de cierre de una operación concreta.

The climate of Costa Calma month by month

The warmest month is Aug (average high of 27.3°C) and the mildest is Feb (21.3°C). It rains around 17 days a year, with 72 mm accumulated.

Temperatures and rainfall month by month in Costa Calma
Month	Max.	Min.	Sun/day	Mar	Rainy days
Jan	21.3°	15.5°	9.6 h	20.1°	2
Feb	21.3°	15.5°	10.2 h	19.5°	3
Mar	21.6°	15.9°	11.3 h	19.1°	3
Apr	22.6°	17.1°	11.9 h	19.9°	1
May	23.3°	17.9°	12.6 h	20.8°	1
Jun	24.3°	19.3°	13.1 h	21.4°	0
Jul	26.2°	20.5°	12.3 h	22.1°	0
Aug	27.3°	21.4°	11.7 h	23.2°	0
Sep	26.5°	21.1°	11.4 h	23°	1
Oct	26.2°	20.2°	10.5 h	22.6°	1
Nov	24.6°	18.5°	9.9 h	22.1°	2
Dec	21.8°	16.5°	9.5 h	20.8°	3

Averages calculated from the ERA5 climate reanalysis (Open-Meteo) for the period 2021-2025. Temperature is adjusted for the area's altitude; rainfall comes from a regional grid cell, so areas very close together share the same value.

How far away it is

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 greater, especially in mountainous areas.

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Surroundings and local life

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):

Hospitals · 857 m

Health centres · 596 m

Pharmacies · 417 m

Supermarkets · 256 m

Schools · 631 m

Restaurants · 71 m

Electric car charging · 799 m

Coast

Indicative sale price

220.244 €

Reference rent

826 €/month

2.591 €/m² on average in Pájara. Reference derived from official MIVAU data.

Where does this price come from?

What it is. The official assessed value per square metre published by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda (MIVAU), applied to a property of typical size. This is a statistical average for the area.

Accuracy for this area. Estimated: this municipality has no figure of its own in the official statistics, so it's calculated from its island's average. Take it as an order of magnitude.

About the rent. This isn't a measured figure: it's derived from the sale price by applying a reference yield of 4.5% a year. It's useful for comparing areas, not for setting a rent.

How often it updates. MIVAU publishes this statistic every quarter. The current data corresponds to the first quarter of 2026.

What it is good for. To compare areas against each other on the same basis and get a sense of price levels before looking at specific properties.

What it is NOT good for. This is not a valuation, not the price of any specific property, and it doesn't replace a visit or professional advice. Real prices are found in the listings.

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Areas in Fuerteventura

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Right now in Costa Calma

27° feels like 31°

Clear

Wind 7 km/h UV 2 Sea 24° Light calima (PM10 39)

Data: Open-Meteo · updated every few hours

Climate comfort index

46/100

Acceptable

Sunlight today

Sunrise 06:38 Sunset 19:10 12h 31m of daylight

The figures for Costa Calma

Compared with the average for Fuerteventura.

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right now

Sunshine hours per day 8,0 h

Average for Fuerteventura: 8,0 h

Altitude 39 m

Average for Fuerteventura: 114 m

Average price 2.591 €/m²

Average for Fuerteventura: 2.532 €/m²

Costa Calma in the Fuerteventura ranking

The areas immediately above and below, which are the real alternatives to this one.

By hours of sun · ranked 56 of 105

By price (€/m²) · ranked 31 of 105

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How to read these figures

Every figure in this profile describes what it's like to live here all year round, not just on holiday. Here's what each one means:

Sunshine hours: Average daily sunshine. More sun means more natural light indoors, lower heating costs, and better output if you install solar panels.
Wind: The prevailing intensity in the area. Gentle means comfortable terraces and outdoor spaces all year round; strong is excellent for wind sports, but it's felt in day-to-day life.
Salt air: The sea's influence. High means more upkeep for façades, windows, railings and vehicles. Low means the property holds up better in the long run.
Altitude: The higher up, the cooler the nights, the drier the air and the less sea salt. At coastal level, temperatures are more stable and mild.
Fibre optic: Coverage recorded in the area. Crucial if you work remotely; it's worth confirming street by street before signing anything.
Reference price: Official assessed value per m² applied to a typical property. This is a statistical figure for the area for comparison purposes, NOT the price of a 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

Data is updated automatically on a regular basis. Climate and price figures are indicative and useful for comparing areas with each other; they don't 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 valued for wind sports.

Is there much salt air in Costa Calma?

The salt-air level is high due to proximity to the sea: it's advisable to protect metalwork, shutters and vehicles. The altitude of 39 m also affects how much sea breeze reaches here.

Is there fibre optic in Costa Calma?

Yes, the area has fibre broadband coverage recorded. Combined with its 8 hours of sunshine a day, this is a point in favour of working remotely from here.

How much does it cost to live in Costa Calma?

According to the official assessed value (MIVAU, Q1 2026), buying a typical property comes to 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 a specific property.

Are there hospitals or health centres near Costa Calma?

In the municipality of Pájara there are 1 hospital and 4 health centres. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest hospital to the centre of the area is about 857 m away.

Are there schools in Costa Calma?

In the municipality of Pájara there are 1 school. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest school to the centre of the area is about 631 m away.

Does Costa Calma have supermarkets and pharmacies?

In the municipality of Pájara there are 3 supermarkets and 2 pharmacies. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just 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's the climate like in Costa Calma?

Our climate comfort index, which combines hours of sunshine and wind, scores 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's in the southern slope, sheltered from the trade winds: sunnier and drier all year round.

Who is Costa Calma a good fit for?

Families and those who want to live minutes from the beach without giving up everyday amenities.

Can you work remotely from Costa Calma?

Yes: Costa Calma has fibre broadband confirmed, the foundation for remote working without surprises. With a climate comfort score of 46/100, staying in to work from home isn't much of a burden for most of the year either.

Are there electric car charging points in Costa Calma?

Sí, hay 1 punto de carga registrado en el municipio de Pájara. The nearest one to the centre of the area is about 799 m away.

What's the air quality like in Costa Calma?

The most recent reading shows 39 µg/m³ of PM10: air quality with light calima in the last recorded reading.

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