Pride Spain

The cost of living in Spain's most LGBTIQ+-friendly cities

The long-awaited 2024 Pride party will be held in Madrid on 6 July. Beyond the capital's LGBTIQ+-friendly neighbourhoods, such as Chueca or Lavapiés, we analyse the housing market in popular LGBT tourist destinations such as Sitges (Barcelona), Torremolinos (Malaga), Cadiz or Maspalomas (Gran Canaria).
Property for sale in Malaga, Spain

Ten easy steps to sell property in Spain

Today’s article mirrors last month’s Ten easy steps to buy property in Spain. The following article aims to be a basic checklist covering what I reckon are the ten basic points, nothing more.
Costa Dorada Spain

The 8 best places to live on the Costa Dorada

The Costa Dorada, Spain's Golden Coast, is a haven of beautiful coastlines and calm, shallow waters in Catalonia. Nestled just Southwest of Barcelona, and with a rich history, it’s no surprise that this coast, with over 60 beaches and coves to explore and plenty of local amenities, is one of th
Spanish house prices

Spanish house prices to rise in summer affecting the coast, islands and province capitals

Property transactions tend to rise during summer, according to the experts consulted, which is why a slight increase in prices is also predicted. Prices have generally increased so far this year, but only moderately, by between 1% and 2%, a figure lower than inflation, which is expected to remain above 3%. According to Alfa Inmobiliaria, new builds could experience a greater increase in price due to their scarcity and more modern construction standards, which justify a higher price.
Limiting or prohibiting the sale of homes to foreigners: pros, cons and possible consequences

Limiting or banning selling homes to foreigners: pros, cons and possible consequences

The Canary Islands Government is considering requesting a restriction on the purchase of homes by foreign capital on the islands. This is the result of the demographic saturation in tourist areas and the lack of housing stock for Canary Islanders. There are other EU areas that have these limitations, but their regulation is prior to joining the European Union. Is this measure feasible in Spain? What does the legislation say? What consequences could this measure have for the real estate sector?
House project 120 m2

This is how much it costs to build a 120 m2 house in Spain

Many people wonder how much it costs to build a house, especially in times like the current one, when we increasingly consider the possibility of moving to quieter areas where we can lead a less noisy life and enjoy lower density. of population. The first thing you should ask yourself regarding the price of a single-family home project is the cost per square metre of constructing the house. The normal thing is to oscillate in a range of between 800 and 1,500 euros per square metre built, without taking into account the cost of the land, but the cost of licenses, professional fees, materials and taxes. 
Sitges, Spain

House prices on the Spanish islands and coast return to 2008 levels

House prices in Spain rose by 3.3% in May compared to the previous year, with an increase of 0.5% compared to April, but with a particular impact in the island areas, where house prices soared by 8% in the fifth month of the year in year-on-year terms and are only 0.1% below the peak reached during
Where foreigners want to live in Spain

Spain's most popular neighbourhoods and towns among foreigners

The demand from abroad in over 100 Spanish coastal districts, neighbourhoods and towns accounts for over 50% of the total interest in buying a house in these sun, beach and relaxation destinations, according to the idealista report, with data from the first trimester.
Project by Sandra Martínez from La Fábrica Home Staging

Spain to hold its first Home Staging and Real Estate Marketing

As part of Construtec and International Construction Week, IFEMA Madrid will host the First Spanish Home Staging and Real Estate Marketing Forum on Friday 8 November. The event will bring together Spain's leading experts in the field and feature two of the world's leading home staging experts.
The best prefabricated house companies in Andalusia

The best prefab house companies in Andalusia

Being able to build your dream home is wonderful. Before you start, however, you should consult with and ask several architects and builders for information. The same applies to prefab housing. In this article, we list the best modular home companies in Andalusia. 
Real estate phrases Spain

Useful phrases when buying or renting property in Spain

Navigating the process of buying or renting a house in Spain can be daunting, especially if you’re not fluent in Spanish. Understanding and using key phrases will not only ease your communication but also help you make informed decisions.
Foreigners 'in love' with Spain: the purchase of houses by foreigners will grow in summer

In love with Spain: house purchases by foreigners to rise in summer

According to the Association of Property Registrars, property purchases by foreign capital reached record highs, representing almost 15% of the total number of transactions in 2023. Spain is always an attractive country for foreigners, so good property transactions are also expected for this type of client in the summer and growth in the summer season, according to experts consulted by idealista/news.
Housing demand in Spain

Immigration tops home creation and drives housing demand in Spain

The demographic evolution in Spain places immigration as the main driver in household formation and the demand for housing. This was the opinion of Juan Antonio Módenes Cabrerizo, PhD in Geography at the Centre for Demographic Studies, during a conference held at the Madrid Real Estate Exhibition (SIMA). 
Living outside of Spain's big cities

Home buyers flock to Spain's villages and small towns

The Alfa Inmobiliaria network assures that in the last two years the number of people interested in purchasing a home outside of large cities has doubled, caused by factors such as the difficulty of accessing property and the greater facilities for working remotely.
Home purchases will increase between 7% and 10% in 2024, according to donpiso

Home buying in Spain to increase 7%–10% in 2024, according to donpiso

Home buying in Spain will increase 7%–10% this year, according to the real estate brokerage company donpiso, which assures that there has been a significant increase in demand for properties in holiday destinations in Spain since the beginning of March. Spring caused the second home market to accelerate, which is why real estate transactions skyrocketed in recent months in Spain.
Sea view

Beachfront flats in Spain from €25,000 – it's your time to buy!

Spain is a popular tourist destination, especially known for its beautiful beaches. In this context, beachfront flats are an increasingly popular choice of accommodation and residence: they are usually located just a few steps from the sand and generally offer spectacular views of the sea or ocean.
The Government of the Canary Islands considers limiting the purchase of housing by foreigners

The Canary Islands consider limiting foreign house buying

The president of the Government of the Canary Islands, Fernando Clavijo (CC), has stated in the control session of the Canary Islands Executive in the island Parliament that it is time to negotiate with the EU the possibility of limiting the purchase of housing by foreigners in the archipelago. Just a few weeks ago a similar proposal from Nueva Canarias was rejected.