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2025: A Defining Year on the Costa del Sol

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The past year has been a defining one for Spanish real estate, with the Costa del Sol once again consolidating its position as one of Europe’s most resilient and attractive property markets. Despite broader economic uncertainty across Europe, demand for quality property for sale in prime coastal locations remained strong, driven by lifestyle buyers, international Continue Reading

Demand Surges as Property Prices Hit Record Highs

Demand is surging while prices reach new highs

Buyer Demand Takes the Lead Spain’s residential market is experiencing a decisive shift toward homeownership, marking a historic milestone in the second half of 2025. Interest in buying now represents 51% of total demand, edging three points higher than last year, while interest in renting has dropped to 37%, five points below 2024. According to Continue Reading

Spain’s Housing Market Reaches Historic Highs

Prices are near to record highs

Spain’s housing market is experiencing one of the most significant periods of growth in its recent history, with both rental prices and residential sale values climbing to record levels. Data indicates widespread pressure across all segments of the market, reflecting a continued imbalance between demand and available housing supply. Rental Prices Record 44 Consecutive Months Continue Reading

5 Up-and-Coming Towns Near Marbella

Top 5 emerging towns near marbella investor hotspots 2025

While Marbella remains the crown jewel of the Costa del Sol, property investors seeking higher yields, undiscovered charm, and potential for future capital growth are looking just beyond its borders. From hillside retreats to quaint white-washed pueblos and revitalized coastal towns, these five locations are poised for rapid appreciation and rental-market expansion. In this comprehensive Continue Reading

Golden Visa: Residency‑by‑Investment

Golden visa 2.0 spain residency by investment guide 2025

Spain’s Golden Visa program has long been a powerful draw for international investors seeking residency in one of Europe’s most coveted real‑estate markets. Since its launch in 2013, it has enabled non‑EU nationals to secure residency permits by investing in Spanish property, funds, or businesses. But the landscape has shifted dramatically in recent years: the Continue Reading

Spain’s Short‑Term Rentals: Maximizing ROI

Understanding short term rentals spain

Spain’s golden beaches and sunny climate have fueled a booming short-term rental market—especially along the Costa del Sol, where holidaymakers arrive year-round. But as local and regional authorities tighten regulations to balance tourism with residents’ needs, investors must stay alert to avoid costly mistakes. Understanding the rules is not only essential to protecting your license, Continue Reading

Living the Digital Nomad Lifestyle in Marbella

Remote work from home marbella

Digital Nomad Lifestyle: The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Remote‑Work Home in Marbella The rise of remote work has transformed how and where we live. No longer confined to a desk in a corporate office, digital nomads blend work and leisure, seeking inspiring locales with robust infrastructure, warm climates, and vibrant communities. Marbella—long renowned for Continue Reading

Guide For British Buyers Post-Brexit

Despite Brexit, Brits can stll purchase Spanish property

Since the United Kingdom officially left the European Union on 31 January 2020, British nationals purchasing property in Spain face a slightly different landscape. Brexit has introduced new legal requirements, tax implications, and residency considerations. However, buying a home in Spain as a British citizen is still very much achievable — it simply requires a Continue Reading

Steep Rental Price Increase Seen in May

Rental prices rose 14.9% Year-on-Year

The Spanish rental market is showing no signs of slowing down. According to the latest data, rental prices across Spain increased by 14.9% year-on-year in May 2025, representing the second-highest annual rise in the past five years. The average rental price now stands at €14.33 per square metre, meaning that an 80 m² apartment typically Continue Reading

Rental Prices in Spain Continue to Soar

Average rental cost has reached €1,100 p/month

Rental prices in Spain have seen a sharp rise, with April 2025 recording a 12.9% year-over-year increase, according to the latest data from the Fotocasa. On a monthly basis, prices grew by 2.5%, bringing the national average to €13.89 per square meter. For an average 80m² apartment, that means monthly rent now exceeds €1,100. This Continue Reading