Property for sale in Spain

Just half an hour from Barcelona, Caldes de Montbui is the perfect winter destination: a town steeped in Roman history, boasting some of the hottest thermal waters in Europe, an ideal natural setting for unwinding, and local fare that has made it a culinary hotspot. A European getaway that combines relaxation, culture and fine dining.

In just a few years, the number of occupied properties offered for sale has grown sharply. A large proportion are located in Catalonia, where transactions are increasing.

If you’re planning to buy property in Spain in 2026, renovated homes for sale offer an excellent balance of traditional Spanish charm and modern comfort.

La Línea de la Concepción (Cádiz) is back in the property spotlight with the listing of a remarkable classical villa in the sought-after Santa Margarita area, priced at €995,000 on idealista. Exceptional in size, design and location, the home offers 933 m² of living space set within a generous 1,780 m² plot, making it one of the area’s most desirable residences.

Valencia’s new-build housing market is under intense pressure due to scarce land, rising construction costs and strong demand. As a result, average home prices have surged over 60% since 2022, with the price per square metre rising around 75%, according to a study by Foro Consultores Inmobiliarios.

The cheapest town in Spain for buying a second-hand home is Almadén, in Ciudad Real, with an average price of just €335/m², according to idealista’s latest price report.The top three most affordable towns are all in Ciudad Real: Almodóvar del Campo (€427/m²) and Socuéllamos (€460/m²) follow Almadén.

British buyers are already shaping Spain’s property market for 2026, and the data points to a very clear favourite: newly built three-bedroom penthouses on the Costa del Sol.Recent figures from Spain’s national property registrar, the Colegio de Registradores, reveal a sharp shift towards new homes.

Citizens have gone to courts across Spain to file more than 1,400 lawsuits for squatting in homes in 2025.

According to a study by idealista, 25% of Spanish homes lack any heating system. The study is based on data from property listings for sale and rent in November. The warmest regions, less exposed to extreme weather, have the highest share of homes without heating.

Bloomberg has once again compiled a list of must-visit destinations set to shape travel in 2026, blending revitalised classics with lesser-known places on the rise. The list spans creative cities, remote islands, emerging food regions and unspoilt natural havens.

The iconic Metropolis building, located at the junction of Gran Vía and Calle Alcalá, will be reborn on 21 January as Club Metropolis.

Brussels has unveiled the EU’s first Affordable Housing Plan, a roadmap designed to improve access to housing for workers, young people and the homeless.

In 2026, Spain will tighten Bizum payment reporting, raise diesel taxes, and extend electric vehicle and energy-efficient home incentives. The Verifactu invoicing system is postponed to 2027, unemployment benefit recipients are exempt from income tax returns, and aid continues for wildfire and flood victims.

The new driving licence regulations have been in effect across the European Union since 3 December. They aim to modernise the system, improve road safety and simplify life for drivers. Spain must implement the changes by the end of 2028. The directive also requires the gradual introduction of a digital driving licence in all member states.

The Catalan property market ended the third quarter with a surprising trend: Girona is drawing significant international interest. Data from the Catalan real estate agents’ associations (API) show that 26% of sales in the province were to foreign buyers, far exceeding Tarragona (16%), Barcelona (14.2%) and Lleida (9.6%). No other Catalan province matches Girona’s level of international appeal.

If you’re considering installing a prefabricated house on some land, you’ve likely asked yourself the key question: “How much will this really cost?” Beyond the price of the house itself, many factors can affect the budget.

idealista spokesperson Francisco Iñareta analyses the housing market situation and his forecasts for 2026. The housing situation in Spain at the end of 2025 is clear: a national emergency. The lack of supply has become endemic, but the focus remains on attacking prices from highly ideology-based positions.

As 2026 gets underway, it’s an excellent moment to find your ideal home in Spain at a more attractive price.

A property viewing trip is one of the most valuable steps in buying a home in Spain.

The developers of Málaga's Torre del Puerto, who submitted the final project less than a month ago, have received a negative response from State Ports. The agency, under the Ministry of Transport, is requesting additional documentation to justify the project’s public interest. It is also proposing a new tender, as the scheme – promoted by Hesperia Investment Group (Gihsa) and the Qatari fund Al Alfia via Andalusian Hospitality II – has seen three designs over nearly a decade of bureaucratic delays.

Madrid aims to bring empty homes back into use with an eye-catching scheme: funding of up to €45,000 for renovations, with no upfront cost to owners. Through the ReViVa programme, run by EMVS Madrid, older or run-down flats are refurbished, rent payments are guaranteed and all rental costs are covered, including property tax and insurance. In return, homes join the city’s affordable rental stock at 15–20% below market rates.

Spain is often celebrated for its sun-soaked beaches and charming coastal towns, but there’s another side to this country that’s just as captivating.

Social spaces have long served as a laboratory for architects, allowing them to experiment with forms, materials and principles, exploring new ways of living, models of coexistence and solutions addressing accessibility, equity and social cohesion.In cities like Barcelona, under intense urban develo

With housing prices soaring, many people have been priced out of the traditional property market and are turning to alternative solutions.

In a market where housing prices keep climbing, prefabricated homes are emerging as an affordable alternative for those seeking space, comfort and thoughtful design without overspending.