What does it cost, and what is life like, in Los Cancajos?

from 121.703 €

rent 456 €/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 →

Paisaje de Los Cancajos, Breña Baja, La Palma, Islas Canarias

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6.159 inhabitants · Breña Baja

30 m

altitude

7 h

sun per day

Climate comfort

52 /100

Good

Coast

Area Breña Baja

Los Cancajos

Living by the sea in La Palma

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altitude: 30 m
sun per day: 7 h
per m² on average: 1.432 €
climate comfort: 52/100
air quality: 35 µg/m³

The profile of Los Cancajos, in La Palma, sums up everyday life like this: an average of 7,0 sunshine hours a day, moderado wind, an altitude of 30 m, a climate comfort score of 52/100. Buying a typical property comes to around 121.703 €. Figure estimated from the minimum values published by MIVAU; indicative, not a valuation for this specific area. Keep reading to see healthcare, schools and shops nearby, along with the municipality's population data.

Night sky (estimated)

Sky with fairly significant light pollution

Bortle ~6

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

Area features

Altitude

30 m

Sunshine hours

7.0 h/day

Wind

Moderado

Salt air

Alto

Fibre optic

Yes

Island side

Sur

Reference property

~85 m²

Description

Los Cancajos is a family-friendly coastal town in the municipality of Breña Baja, on the island of La Palma.

The area gets an average of 7 hours of sunshine a day. Wind is moderate — noticeable, but never disruptive. 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 Breña Baja we use a reference of €1.432/m², based on official Spanish government valuation data (MIVAU). For a typical home in the area, that works out to around €121.703 to buy, or roughly €456/month to rent.

Close to Los Cancajos you'll find Mirador de El Salto, Blowhole, Rincón — real reference points, not vague claims.

These are the real numbers behind Los Cancajos — the rest comes down to seeing the place for yourself.

What it's like to live in Los Cancajos

Los Cancajos lies on the southern slope of La Palma, 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 7,0 hours of daily sunshine is a direct consequence of that position, not a quirk of the local microclimate.

Los Cancajos belongs to the municipality of Breña Baja, which has 6.159 residents across its whole area. This is a medium-sized municipality, large enough to have everyday amenities covered (health centre, school, local shops) without the density or traffic of the bigger urban areas.

In the immediate surroundings of Los Cancajos are Mirador de El Salto, Blowhole, Rincón and Mirador de Risco Alto: specific points worth exploring before deciding, because just a few minutes away the atmosphere and noise can change completely.

Within 3 km, 10 schools, 3 health centres, 2 pharmacies, 7 supermarkets and 29 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.

Los Cancajos 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 7 hours of sunshine a day, this is an area built for living outdoors for much of the year.

For hours of sunshine, it ranks 3 out of 8 among the areas of Breña Baja.For hours of sunshine it ranks 3 out of 8 among the areas of Breña Baja.
It sits 196 m below the average altitude of Breña Baja, which shows in the temperature.

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

Comparar lado a lado con

El Fuerte El Socorro San José

Cómo ha evolucionado el precio en the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife

El Ministerio no publica serie trimestral de Breña Baja, así que esta evolución es la de Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Sirve como tendencia del mercado, no como precio de la zona.

1T 2026

2.265 €/m²

En un año

+15,7 %

En cinco años

+59,7 %

Máximo histórico

2.265 €

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 Los Cancajos month by month

The warmest month is Aug (average high of 30.8°C) and the mildest is Jan (21°C). It rains around 89 days a year, with 565 mm accumulated.

Temperatures and rainfall month by month in Los Cancajos
Month	Max.	Min.	Sun/day	Mar	Rainy days
Jan	21°	14.7°	9.2 h	20.8°	10
Feb	21.3°	14.2°	10.3 h	20.6°	9
Mar	21.8°	15°	10.4 h	20.4°	10
Apr	23.2°	15.8°	11.4 h	21.3°	10
May	24.1°	16.9°	12.1 h	22°	7
Jun	26°	18.6°	12.5 h	23.4°	6
Jul	29.9°	21.2°	12.8 h	24.2°	0
Aug	30.8°	22.1°	12.1 h	24.8°	2
Sep	27.5°	20.6°	10.7 h	24.6°	7
Oct	27.3°	19.9°	10.2 h	24.2°	7
Nov	24.5°	17.9°	9.1 h	22.9°	9
Dec	21.8°	15.4°	9 h	21.3°	12

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

2,5 km

Airport · La Palma

3,9 km

Island capital · Santa Cruz de La Palma

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 Los Cancajos:

Mirador de El Salto
Blowhole
Rincón
Mirador de Risco Alto

Nearby amenities

Breña Baja has a population of 6.159.

Amenities within 3 km of Los Cancajos (OpenStreetMap data):

Health centres · 252 m

Pharmacies · 290 m

Supermarkets · 67 m

Schools · 1,0 km

Restaurants · 151 m

Electric car charging · 56 m

Coast

Indicative sale price

121.703 €

Reference rent

456 €/month

1.432 €/m² on average in Breña Baja. 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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Right now in Los Cancajos

28° feels like 28°

Clear

Wind 14 km/h UV 0 Sea 26° Light calima (PM10 35)

Data: Open-Meteo · updated every few hours

Climate comfort index

52/100

Good

Sunlight today

Sunrise 06:52 Sunset 19:24 12h 32m of daylight

The figures for Los Cancajos

Compared with the average for La Palma.

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right now

Sunshine hours per day 7,0 h

Average for La Palma: 6,7 h

Altitude 30 m

Average for La Palma: 360 m

Average price 1.432 €/m²

Average for La Palma: 1.432 €/m²

Los Cancajos in the La Palma ranking

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

By hours of sun · ranked 29 of 296

By price (€/m²) · ranked 285 of 296

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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 Los Cancajos

Is it windy in Los Cancajos?

The recorded wind pattern here is moderado. In other words, it blows moderately: noticeable but pleasant — it cools without bothering you.

Is there much salt air in Los Cancajos?

The sea's influence here translates into sea-salt exposure that is high due to proximity to the sea: it's advisable to protect metalwork, shutters and vehicles. The altitude of 30 m also affects how much sea breeze reaches here.

Is there fibre optic in Los Cancajos?

Yes, fibre broadband is recorded in the area. Combined with its 7 hours of sunshine a day, this is a point in favour of working remotely from here.

How much does it cost to live in Los Cancajos?

Taking the official MIVAU statistics (Q1 2026), buying a typical property comes to around 121.703 € and the reference monthly rent is around 456 €/month. The area's average price is 1.432 €/m². These are statistical averages for comparing areas, not the price of a specific property.

Are there hospitals or health centres near Los Cancajos?

In the municipality of Breña Baja there are 3 health centres. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest health centre to the centre of the area is about 252 m away.

Are there schools in Los Cancajos?

In the municipality of Breña Baja there are 10 schools. 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 1,0 km away.

Does Los Cancajos have supermarkets and pharmacies?

In the municipality of Breña Baja there are 7 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 67 m away.

How high is Los Cancajos?

At around 30 metres above sea level, practically at coastal level.

What's the climate like in Los Cancajos?

Combining sun and wind into a single figure, its climate comfort score is 52/100, in other words, demanding, with sun or wind below average. The average is 7 hours of sunshine a day.

Is Los Cancajos in the north or south of La Palma?

It's in the southern slope, sheltered from the trade winds: sunnier and drier all year round.

Who is Los Cancajos 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 Los Cancajos?

You can: there's fibre broadband coverage in Los Cancajos, the minimum requirement for reliable remote working. With a climate comfort score of 52/100, 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 Los Cancajos?

Sí, hay 5 puntos de carga registrados en el municipio de Breña Baja. The nearest one to the centre of the area is about 56 m away.

What's the air quality like in Los Cancajos?

The most recent reading shows 35 µg/m³ of PM10: air quality with light calima in the last recorded reading.

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