The average price of homes for sale in the province of Barcelona is €3,023/m², and in the city €4,991/m², according to the latest data from idealista. These figures – which represent historic highs – make it difficult for much of the population to afford a home.
However, there is one town in the province where property prices are far lower. Specifically, the most affordable town in Barcelona to buy a home is more than three times below the provincial average and more than five times below the city average. It is Sant Llorenç Savall, where homes cost an average of €956 per square metre.
Using this figure as a reference, a 100 m² home in Sant Llorenç Savall (San Lorenzo Savall) costs around €95,600 and a 200 m² home around €191,200.
The most affordable town in Barcelona province
According to idealista, the Barcelona town with the cheapest homes for sale is Sant Llorenç Savall, where the average price is €956 per square metre. It lies around 48 kilometres from the city centre.
It is situated in the Vallès Occidental region, bordering Bages, Moyanès and Vallès Oriental. Sant Llorenç Savall has very ancient origins, with remains discovered within its municipal area ranging from the Neolithic – such as ceramic fragments, flint tools and megalithic structures – to the Visigoth period, including necropolises and bronze brooches.
From the Iberian period, the settlement at Coll d'Eres and a watchtower on Montcau are particularly noteworthy. Romanisation later brought the cultivation of vines, olive trees and cereals, traces of which survive in the form of a few ceramic fragments and some coins.
What to see in Sant Llorenç Savall
In the town with the cheapest houses in Barcelona, there is plenty to see and do. Here are some of the key monuments and points of interest to visit in Sant Llorenç Savall:
- Pera Castle: A ruined medieval fortress standing at 743 metres above sea level, perched on a hill between Sereny Rock and Mount Baiarols.
- Marquet de la Roca: A Modernist house designed by architect Juli Batllevell – disciple of Domènech i Muntaner – commissioned by Antoni Oliver i Buxó. It later became a gathering place for writer Joan Oliver (also known as Pere Quart) and the Colla de Sabadell, who hosted literary evenings on the estate.
- Marquet de l'Era: A rectangular, three-storey manor house, designated as a Site of Local Interest.
- Masía de Pont Ferrer: Located in the heart of the town with a strategic position, it has been mentioned in records since 1328.
- Sant Feliu de Vallcarcara Church: Built in the 10th century, it served as the parish uniting the surrounding farmhouses.
- Sant Jaume de Vallverd Chapel: A small, cosy Romanesque chapel perched on a rocky outcrop and surrounded by forest.
- Sant Pere del Dalmau: An 11th-century Romanesque church, built beside the Dalmau farmhouse to serve the farmers of the Mur Valley.
A privileged natural environment
The natural surroundings are among Sant Llorenç Savall’s greatest attractions. Simanya Cave, the most emblematic of over 300 caves in the mountain range, extends deep into the mountain, with an easily accessible main gallery in the first 100 metres, making it a favourite destination for hikers and caving enthusiasts.
In the Mur Valley stands the majestic Four Besses Pine, a stone pine reaching 25 metres in height, with a trunk that divides into four symmetrical branches at a low level. Its girth, measuring 4.41 metres one metre above the ground, makes it a true natural monument.
Water has long shaped the daily life of Sant Llorenç Savall’s inhabitants, and the town boasts an extensive network of fountains – a true water route. For generations, Font de Can Llogari (Cal Alquilario) has served as a recreational spot for residents and hikers, surrounded by orchards, ponds and riparian forests along the Ripoll River.
On the town’s outskirts, Font del Grifo can be found in Font de l’Aixeta Park, while in the town centre stands Font de la Mina (or Font del Vapor), once popular with those collecting water. Other notable fountains include Font de la Serra, sheltered by a dry-stone structure with a wooden arch and fence, and Font del Llor, which provides an abundant flow of quality water just minutes from Marquet de la Roca.
Houses for sale in Sant Llorenç Savall, Barcelona
On idealista, you can find houses for sale in Sant Llorenç Savall, the most affordable town in Barcelona, to suit all tastes and budgets. For example, a three-storey villa with 121 square metres of built space, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a terrace is listed for €135,000.
If you’re seeking a spacious, affordable villa to renovate, one in the town centre measuring 611 m² is on the market for €169,900. It features four floors, nine bedrooms, two bathrooms and a balcony.
Just 200 metres from the town of Sant Llorenç Savall and set within the Sant Llorenç del Munt Natural Park, a stunning rustic property with an impressive tower is for sale. It offers five bedrooms, two bathrooms and sits on 12,000 m² of land, priced competitively at €430,000.
For those seeking luxury, a rustic property with a 14,000 m² plot is available for €750,000. It features four floors, 740 m² of built area (450 m² usable), 12 bedrooms and three bathrooms.
Alternatively, there is a historic farmhouse with a chapel on 910,000 m² of land, documented since 1355. Its buildings – including the main residence, warehouse, and guest houses – offer a total built area of 2,700 m², with 24 bedrooms and 24 bathrooms. It is on the market for €950,000.
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