Housing prices

As Spain enters 2026, the country’s high-end property market remains firmly led by the Balearic Islands.

Madrid’s luxury residential market has entered a new phase of maturity and structural strain. In just a decade, access to the prime segment has fallen to historic lows.

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.

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.

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BBVA Research predicts further price increases in housing. According to its latest real estate report, the residential market is expected to experience a slowdown in sales, an increase in new builds, and further price increases in the coming months.

Legal uncertainty from the Housing Act and the failed Land Act has defined Isabel Rodríguez’s tenure, as she pushes for more public housing and defends rent intervention.

Real estate experts have revised their forecasts for the residential market in Spain. According to Donpiso, home sales are expected to reach around 800,000 transactions by the end of the year, with prices rising by up to 8%. Tecnotramit, meanwhile, projects approximately 750,000 sales and price growth of between 4% and 6%.

Based on data from Spain’s Tax Agency, we’ve analysed the latest prices of second-hand homes for sale in the country’s wealthiest municipalities, using statistics from idealista. Leading the pack once again is Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid), with an average gross income of €88,011 per year.

More than three in four prospective home buyers in Spain (76.52%) are unable to purchase a property in their preferred area due to high market prices and limited supply, according to the 2025 Buyer Profile Study in Real Estate Agencies, presented by the Spanish Federation of Real Estate Associations

The average property price in Málaga reached €3,620/m² in September 2025, marking a monthly increase of 2% and a year-on-year rise of 17%, according to the latest idealista report.This new all-time high reinforces Málaga’s position as one of the most dynamic and in-demand real estate markets in Spai

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The Balearic Islands continue to hold the title of Spain’s priciest province for purchasing a home, with the average price of second-hand properties surpassing €5,000 per square metre.

In August, the average price of second-hand homes for sale in Spain rose by 14.8% year-on-year, reaching €2,498/m² – the highest level since idealista began recording data.

The Costa del Sol continues to cement its reputation as one of Europe’s most desirable property markets. In August 2025, the average price of second-hand housing in Málaga province climbed to an all-time high of €3,842 per square metre, representing an impressive 13.8% annual increase.

This last quarter, ending on July 2025, marked the 45th quarter, or 11 straight years, of continued growth in Spanish property prices. Moreover, as explained in previous articles, Spanish property prices have reached all-time highs with no signs of abatement.As highlighted previously, ther

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The Spanish residential market enters 2025 with a renewed surge in prices. According to donpiso, the average home value is set to rise 7% over the year, surpassing €1,900 per square metre. Driving this trend are moderate interest rates, strong demand and a limited supply of new homes.

Spain’s new-build housing market is undergoing a boom. A combination of high demand, limited supply and rising prices has driven some provinces to record unprecedented growth over the past decade, culminating in 2024.

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The Catalan coast stands out for some of Spain’s most prestigious homes.

The property market in southern Europe’s three key countries continues to rise, with varying trends. According to idealista’s June report, Spain has hit record highs in both sales and rentals. Portugal remains the most expensive overall, though its price growth is more moderate. In Italy, sales prices are still below the peaks of over a decade ago, but rental prices have surged to historic highs, even surpassing Spain. We take a closer look at the property and rental markets in the main cities and top tourist areas of all three countries.

With its privileged climate and coastal charm, Alicante has become a top choice for those seeking quality and exclusivity on the Mediterranean. Rich in history and beaches, the city attracts a discerning clientele drawn to the Costa Blanca lifestyle.

In June, property prices in Alicante hit a record €2,435/m², up 2.7% from May and 16.4% year-on-year, according to idealista. The most expensive areas are Playa de San Juan-El Cabo and the city centre, both exceeding €3,000/m², nearly three times the cost of Virgen del Remedio-Juan XXIII, the most affordable area at €1,067/m².

If there’s one clear trend in Spain’s housing market, it’s rising prices, both for buying and renting.