The Social Security Administration has confirmed that the standard retirement age in Spain will be 67 from 2027, thus completing the phased increase planned in the pension reform. However, the system will keep one important exception: workers who have made at least 38 years and six months of contributions will still be able to retire at 65 without penalisation.

If you enjoy spending your summers, or even living, surrounded by family and/or friends, this opportunity is perfect for you. An incredible estate located in Aguadule, a town in the province of Almería, featuring five independent houses, is currently listed on idealista. The property, which boasts 2,500 m² of land and is designed to combine privacy and community in a single setting, is for sale for €2.95 million, making it one of the most exclusive opportunities in the area.

The REIT Atom Hoteles has completed the sale of the Eurostars Las Salinas hotel in the tourist resort of Caleta de Fuste, Fuerteventura, for €51 million – a transaction that fulfils the company's asset rotation plan for 2026. The four-star property sits on the beachfront in Playa del Castillo and offers 223 accommodation units, comprising rooms, suites and villas with private pools.

Marbella City Council has approved three urban development projects – located in Río Real and San Pedro Alcántara – that will deliver 1,306 new homes. Councillor for Urban Planning José Eduardo Díaz confirmed that the schemes will attract private investment of €25 million. The council added that a further 14 urban development projects are currently under way across the city.

The luxury property market in Spain has evolved with the rise of technology. Buyers once prioritised space, location and privacy – now they expect fully personalised homes. High-net-worth individuals are increasingly seeking “tech villas” that integrate advanced systems seamlessly, combining design, comfort and innovation to create tailored living experiences.

Spain ranks among the countries with the highest life expectancy in the world. According to data compiled by Visual Capitalist using figures from the United Nations and the International Monetary Fund, it places second among the 30 largest economies, with an average life expectancy of 84 years, just behind Japan.

The first homes in Pinares Hills, a luxury development by Cogitari Homes and Homerun Brokers, are now listed on idealista. Located in the exclusive Pinares de San Antón, just 20 minutes from Málaga city centre, the project offers 13 villas ranging from 400 to 900 m². Prices start at €2.7 million and reach nearly €5 million for the most exclusive units.

This summer, Ibiza welcomes BLESS Ibiza The Site, the brand’s second property on the island. Developed by Palladium Hotel Group, it opens in June with 461 rooms, a luxury wellness centre, and a high-end culinary hub, setting a new benchmark in the island’s premium hotel market.

Lithuanian investment management company Reverest Fund Management has announced its first project in Spain. It is a luxury residential complex of 54 flats to be built on the Costa del Sol, in La Cala de Mijas (Málaga), where it plans to invest €40 million.

Spain has the highest share of flat dwellers in the EU. In 2024, 65.3% of its population lived in multi-family homes, compared with 34.7% in single-family houses, according to Eurostat.