Buying property in Spain

In recent years, as occupied properties have increased in Spain, a curious trend has emerged – more people are buying homes with squatters, drawn by their below-market prices. But is it really a good idea?

Madrid and Barcelona have drifted well past the point where €200,000 secures a comfortable, centrally located flat.

Spain remains one of Europe’s most attractive property markets, drawing international buyers seeking sunshine, lifestyle, and strong investment potential.

The gap between Spain’s biggest cities and their surrounding towns has become impossible to ignore.

Spain’s property market isn’t just about rising prices. In several cities, the real story in late 2025 was how many buyers were chasing each available home.

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Foreign interest has long shaped Spain’s seaside property market, but fresh idealista data from late 2025 shows more precisely where that attention is concentrated – and how international some coastal provinces have become.

Foreign buyers have been a driving force in Spain’s coastal housing market for years, but fresh idealista data from late 2025 shows in detail who is looking, where, and how international some stretches of coastline have become.How much foreign interest is there in Spanish coastal property?Which nati

There’s still property in Spain under €50,000, but it tends to sit well away from glossy coastlines and Instagram hotspots.

Looking for cheap property for sale in Spain under 100k? By 2026, buying a home in Spain feels noticeably tougher than it did even five or six years ago, particularly in popular cities and along the coast.

Buying dream home abroad can easily turn into a nightmare when you are working to a fixed deadline. Timescales to complete the transaction can be broader in Southern Europe and the financial and legal aspects of the operation can bring unexpected complexity.

If you are considering buying property in Spain, you may come across the term VPO. It appears frequently in listings, legal documents, and urban planning information, but many international buyers are unsure what it actually means.So, what is VPO in Spain?

The mayor of Málaga, Francisco de la Torre, has unveiled a municipal housing plan for 17,000 new homes, including 10,000 subsidised units. These are set to be built during the next term, 2027–2031. Among them are 1,500 “mini-flats,” initially planned at 35–45 m² but now increased to 45–60 m². De la Torre also confirmed that over 5,000 units will be completed before the end of this current term.

Buying a house in Spain as a foreigner in 2026 is perfectly possible, but it comes with its own admin trail: legal checks, a NIE number, a Spanish bank account and a notary appointment, usually in that order.

When buying property in Spain, especially if you’re an international buyer, you may come across the term “notary”. But what exactly does a notary do, and why are they so important in Spanish real estate transactions?

Buying a home in Spain in 2026 can be one of the most exciting financial decisions you make, whether it’s a sun-soaked villa on the Costa del Sol, a modern apartment in Madrid, or a traditional townhome in Valencia.

Three-bedroom flats were the fastest-selling property type in Spain during Q3 2025, with 37% sold in under a month. Studios and one- and two-bedroom flats also sold quickly, while larger homes with four or more bedrooms took longer, varying across major Spanish markets.

As the year draws to a close, there’s no better time to start dreaming of a new life in the Spanish countryside.

Prefabricated homes have become one of the most popular trends in the Spanish real estate market, and companies have taken notice. That's why Amazon is adding more and better models every day.

The share of household income needed to rent a property in Spain stands at 36% of the average family’s total net income, while for buying it is significantly lower at 25%, excluding the savings required to secure financing, according to a study by idealista based on data from Q3 2025.

As October comes to a close, it’s time to leave grey skies and chilly mornings behind. Spain is still basking in sunshine, making it the perfect place to enjoy a bright, mild winter.

Moving house in Spain can be a stressful and time-consuming process. From packing and transporting your belongings to cleaning and settling in, the practicalities of relocating are often just the start.

Housing prices continue to rise. The shortage of housing stock, both for sale and rent, has been pushing prices up for years, leading many potential buyers to ask: which is more expensive in Spain – a new build or a used home?

Tucked on the sunny southern coast of Spain, Marbella blends Mediterranean charm with a cosmopolitan flair. The city sits about halfway between Málaga and Gibraltar, right on the Costa del Sol. About 150,000 people call it home these days, though that number swells during the summer.

Spain’s housing stock experienced a significant 16% annual decline, marking the steepest drop in recent years. The shortage is driven by rising demand, slow construction rates, and economic pressures, intensifying concerns over affordability and housing availability across the country.