Rent-to-buy properties in Spain

For many, renting can feel like paying for a home without ever owning it. Buying is the alternative, but it comes with a significant financial commitment—especially with mortgage interest rates still relatively high. So, what options are available if you want to get on the property ladder in Spain before 2025 ends? Rent-to-buy properties could be the perfect solution.

Rent-to-buy in Spain, also known as rent-to-own, is ideal for those who wish to purchase a property but don’t yet have the funds to do so upfront. In Spain, the agreement is called “alquiler con opción a compra”. It offers a flexible path to ownership: you pay regular monthly rent while securing the option to buy, usually within about five years, at a pre-agreed price.

From the sunny beaches of the Costa del Sol, including Málaga and Marbella, to vibrant cities like Barcelona and the Canary Islands, including Tenerife, idealista lists a wide range of rent-to-buy properties across Spain. Explore the options, live in your future home, and move toward ownership at your own pace.