If you’re considering buying a home in Spain, understanding the property market is crucial. We’ve analysed key indicators—price trends per square metre, interest rates, the Euribor, transaction volumes, mortgages, and available financial aid—to help you decide whether now is the right time to buy or wait.

In Spain, renting consumes 36% of an average family’s net income, while buying requires 25%, excluding savings for financing. Limited supply and rising prices drive these high costs, with renting exceeding expert-recommended affordability levels, according to idealista’s latest data.

For the best Christmas markets in Spain 2025, explore twinkling plazas with regional treats like turrón, handmade gifts, street music, and festive stalls. From city squares to historic corners, enjoy relaxed browsing and a warm cup of chocolate to fend off the winter chill.

American, Portuguese, Moroccan, and Ukrainian buyers are purchasing more homes in Spain than ever before. These nationalities are driving record foreign property transactions, contributing significantly to the market’s growth, and highlighting Spain’s ongoing appeal as a prime destination for international real estate investment.

The UN’s latest report on life expectancy ranks Monaco highest at 86.5 years, followed by San Marino and Hong Kong. Europe dominates longevity, with Spain notable at 11th, averaging 83.8 years—well above the global average of 73.4 years.

From 14 November 2025 to 6 January 2026, Torrejón de Ardoz (Madrid) hosts Mágicas Navidades, Spain’s largest Christmas park. Recognised as the 1st European Capital of Christmas and a Festival of Regional Tourist Interest, it offers unforgettable festive experiences for all ages.

In September, the Algarve reaffirmed its status as Portugal’s leading tourist destination, hosting 597,700 visitors and 2.38 million overnight stays. According to INE data, the region accounted for 27.9% of all national overnight stays, highlighting its continued dominance in Portuguese tourism.

Olhão, a charming fishing town in the Algarve, offers authentic year-round life with cubist houses, bustling marinas, and ferries to Ilha da Armona. Its walkable old lanes, stunning salt pan sunsets, and nearby natural surroundings create a relaxed, social coastal lifestyle.

Lombardy’s lakes, including Como, Garda, and Maggiore, offer ideal autumn getaways. November brings fewer crowds, golden foliage, and cosy village charm. Beyond the famous lakes, lesser-known ones reveal natural beauty and cultural treasures, with six main lakes each offering unique attractions and experiences.