According to the latest idealista report with data from February, the largest year-on-year increases have occurred in Jerez de la Frontera (14.6%), San Cristóbal de la Laguna (12.9%) and Telde (10.3%), while Marbella (€4,526/m2) and the university city of Tenerife (€1,637/m2) are the only places in this study to reach maximum prices.

When buying a home, many factors are considered before deciding on a location, but generally quality of life and weather conditions are valued. In this sense, the Canary Islands would be the best-valued in Spain, followed by the Balearic Islands, according to the Spain Happy Index, prepared by Sonneil, the Spanish technology marketer specialising in second-hand home sales.

When considering a change of scenery, Valencia is a great city to bear in mind. However, families often doubt which area would be the best to settle in, especially if they want to ensure that the environment is suitable for little ones. From the City of Arts and Sciences to the Turia Gardens, Valencia has perfect options for the whole family, with an enviable and safe environment, as well as the best educational centres. In this article, we'll explain the five best options if you're thinking about moving to Valencia.

Spain is among the EU countries with the biggest population born outside its national borders. According to a Savings Banks Foundation (Funcas) study based on Eurostat data, 17.1% of the population residing in Spain in 2023 was foreign.

Sustainability and speed of construction are two of the attributes that define today's prefabricated houses. A clear example of this can be found in this 128-m2 home designed by Tini Living that was assembled in just 10 days in Barcelona. Another of its qualities is its efficiency and sustainability. It has large windows to optimise natural light, which considerably reduces energy consumption. As for the price, a project of these characteristics ranges between €1,800 and €2,000 per square metre.

The high-end residential market in Madrid continues to attract foreign investment, especially American buyers, who consider the region as the “European Miami”, according to Lucas Fox, the real estate agency specialising in luxury housing. According to its data, renovating a home in the capital's 'prime' neighbourhoods can increase its price by more than 70% to over €10,000/m2. Jerónimos (€20,800/m2), Recoletos (€17,300/m2) and Goya (€15,000/m2) stand out the most but La Moraleja (€12,000/m2) and Pozuelo (€11,500/m2) are also noteworthy.

Last 16 March, the Government's new reference index for capping rent and the ratio of stressed residential market areas in Catalonia (140 towns and cities) came into force. Ashurst law firm has prepared this guide to address all rent cap queries.

House auctions are a great opportunity to buy a property for less than its market value, with savings of up to 50% in some cases. Although once dominated by investors, more and more people are looking for a more affordable alternative in a market that continues to rise.

In Spain's complex cultural and geographical mosaic, finding the cheapest towns is an interesting topic for those looking to reduce expenses or longing for a quiet and authentic life. This analysis not only reveals affordable options but highlights the wealth of opportunities these locations o

Knight Frank's latest 'Wealth Report 2024' on the luxury market reveals what $1m can buy in the most expensive real estate markets in the world. Prime housing prices remain high in Monaco, Hong Kong and Singapore, where $1m can barely buy 15 to 30 m2 of luxury property. In Spanish destinations, the values change from 96 m2 in Madrid to just 50 m2 in Ibiza.