Salto de Castro, a village in Zamora that has lain abandoned for more than 30 years, is set for a remarkable comeback thanks to American entrepreneur Jason Lee Beckwith.

Amid rising housing costs, prefabricated homes are emerging as an affordable, move-in-ready option. Pineca has launched a fully assembled model with two bedrooms, a living room and a terrace, priced at just €6,004.

Villa Sense, located in La Gran Reserva, Sotogrande, is a new luxury residence designed by ARK Architects with bioclimatic architecture. The design makes full use of the site’s orientation, natural light and ventilation to minimise energy consumption while maximising comfort. Part of the exclusive development The 15, the home combines efficiency, harmony with the landscape and a sense of spaciousness.

More than three in four prospective home buyers in Spain (76.52%) are unable to purchase a property in their preferred area due to high market prices and limited supply, according to the 2025 Buyer Profile Study in Real Estate Agencies, presented by the Spanish Federation of Real Estate Associations

Illegal squatting is no longer limited to homes: private garages have become a new target. An increasing number of owners in major cities are reporting intrusions into their parking spaces, leading to both legal and financial disputes. Although the law provides for penalties and eviction procedures, these processes are often protracted, leaving those affected to resort to temporary solutions.

Madrid and Barcelona are solidifying their positions in the competitive global luxury property market.

The Zeta District is set to become Málaga’s flagship urban development. This innovative 66-hectare neighbourhood, located in the Sánchez Blanca district, will feature 3,443 homes, expansive green spaces and areas designed for a modern lifestyle centred on sustainability, technology, mobility and community.

The Spanish residential market enters 2025 with a renewed surge in prices. According to donpiso, the average home value is set to rise 7% over the year, surpassing €1,900 per square metre. Driving this trend are moderate interest rates, strong demand and a limited supply of new homes.

A recent study reveals that 6 in 10 buyers in Spain prioritise properties with pools, gardens, or sports facilities. These features have become key decision factors, reflecting growing demand for outdoor spaces and leisure amenities in the housing market.

Putting up an alarm sign without actually contracting the service can prove very costly. Under the Private Security Law, anyone using the name or logo of a security company without authorisation faces fines of up to €600 per day. Although often used to deter burglars or squatters, this practice amounts to a legal offence for impersonating a company.