Where to live in Spain

Sometimes, all it takes is a short detour to discover a completely different way of life. Leave Marbella behind and follow the road into the mountains. Within minutes, the asphalt narrows and a village with a slower pace emerges.

The Zeta District is set to become Málaga’s flagship urban development. This innovative 66-hectare neighbourhood, located in the Sánchez Blanca district, will feature 3,443 homes, expansive green spaces and areas designed for a modern lifestyle centred on sustainability, technology, mobility and community.

Sea air without the stag‑do soundtrack is absolutely doable along the Spanish coast. Year‑round coastal living in Spain is quieter and more practical than the brochures suggest.

Living in Rincón de la Victoria means a year‑round coastal routine just east of Málaga, in a municipality of roughly 50,000 spread across various areas. It runs on a year‑round rhythm with calm winters, a long paseo for evening strolls, and simple food pleasures like espetos and pescaíto frito.

Palma’s the sort of place that sneaks up on you—in the best way. One minute you’re weaving through stone alleyways past postcard-perfect patios, the next you’re having a coffee in a sunny square, eavesdropping on half a dozen languages.

Located on the northern Costa Blanca, between the popular towns of Jávea and Moraira, lies Benitachell, or El Poble Nou de Benitatxell as it’s known in Valencian.

Sitting on the Costa del Sol, just a short train ride from Málaga, Benalmádena offers something of a split personality. It isn't just one place, but three distinct areas rolled into one.

Fuengirola has a reputation on the Costa del Sol, particularly among British expats. While it's true that you'll find a large international community here, that's only part of the picture of what living in Fuengirola is actually like.

New-build property prices in Spain are climbing, with certain provinces seeing particularly sharp increases. This trend reflects rising demand, ongoing regional development and shifting buyer preferences. If you’re considering investing in a newly built home in Spain, find out which areas are leading the surge.

This city in north-east Spain often flies under the radar, which is a big part of what makes retirement in Zaragoza so appealing. It's tucked away in Aragon, halfway between Madrid and Barcelona, but it offers a completely different pace of life to both.

For anyone considering living in Moclín, it’s a small mountain village in Granada, Andalusia, that has recently popped up on the radar for many English speakers.

Tucked away in the province of Seville, Coripe is the kind of place that barely registers on the usual tourist map. This is precisely why its property market is so remarkable, with traditional village houses starting from around €20,000.

For anyone considering living in Sant Pere de Ribes, this town in the Garraf region offers a wonderfully peaceful lifestyle while still keeping you well-connected to Barcelona.

As Spain's capital, Madrid is a powerhouse of art, business, and culture. It’s a city with a personality very different to the coastal spots many people first think of in Spain. Proudly landlocked, the city has scorching summers and crisp winters.

The idea of a life surrounded by the sun-drenched landscapes of Andalucia has long captured the imagination of people looking for a change of pace. It is a well-trodden path for expats from all over the world, drawn by the promise of a relaxed lifestyle and rich culture.

Known to many as a sunny holiday spot, the largest of the Canary Islands offers a rich and varied experience for those who choose to call it home.

Located on the eastern stretch of the Costa del Sol, in the Axarquía region, you’ll find Torrox. This whitewashed municipality makes a rather bold claim: to have the best climate in Europe.

When you picture Andalusia, the flamenco stages of Seville or Granada's magnificent Alhambra palace might be the first things that come to mind. But tucked away in the region's northeast is Jaén, a city that serves as the gateway between Andalusia and the rest of Spain.

Located in western Spain, sharing a long border with Portugal, Extremadura is one of the country's best-kept secrets. It’s a vast region that often flies under the radar, making it a real find for anyone looking for an authentic slice of Spanish life, far from the packed beaches and tourist hubs.

When people discuss the best place to live in the Costa del Sol, the conversation often defaults to the glamour of Marbella or the polished streets of Estepona. Yet, for a growing number of people, the answer is found further west, in the municipality of Manilva.

Tucked away in western Spain, Extremadura is quietly carving a name for itself as one of the more intriguing spots for remote workers eyeing a change of scene.

Nestled on the very edge of Andalusia in the province of Cádiz, La Línea de la Concepción has an identity shaped by its immediate neighbour, the monolithic Rock of Gibraltar.

San Sebastián, or Donostia as it's known locally, is a city that truly sparkles.

Down at the very tip of Spain, living in Tarifa means getting used to wild winds, endless beaches, and a Mediterranean-Atlantic mix you don’t find elsewhere. It’s a small, whitewashed town where locals, kitesurfers, and digital nomads all seem to mingle over late-night tapas or windswept strolls.

Tucked away high in the Pyrenees, Andorra is one of those places that tends to fly under the radar, but it's got more than a few tricks up its sleeve for anyone thinking about living here.