Patricia Andrés

28 April 2026

Map of Spain: housing prices, safety and services in 2026

Housing prices in Spain reached €3,013/m² in March 2026, placing the cost of an average 80 m² property at €241,040 (Source: Fotocasa Property Index). The provinces of Teruel, Cáceres and Lugo have the lowest crime rates in the country, with an average of 21 crimes per 1,000 inhabitants...

27 April 2026

Delegating your vote in a community of owners if you have a property in Spain: risks, benefits, and how to do it

According to Article 15 of the Horizontal Property Law (Ley de Propiedad Horizontal - LPH), any owner can delegate their vote through a signed written document that proves representation. The owner is the final legal party responsible for their representative's vote, which can lead to the...

22 April 2026

Buying a house in the Balearic Islands in 2026: A guide to prices and best areas

The average housing price in the Balearic Islands reached €5,395/m² in March 2026, placing the cost of an 80 m² property at €431,574 on average. This figure is 79% above the national average, according to data from the Fotocasa Real Estate Index. Municipalities such as Santa Eulària des...

21 April 2026

Can foreigners deduct property expenses in Spain?

Foreigners (EU and non-EU) who rent out their property can deduct IBI, community fees, insurance, and repairs in their IRNR. The deduction for home purchase is only applicable to residents who acquired their home before 2013, although there are benefits for energy efficiency. Following the...

20 April 2026

Safest cities in Spain: The definitive 2026 official ranking

Spain is the 25th safest country in the world: According to the Global Peace Index 2025, Spain ranks 25th out of 163 countries, maintaining a "high peace" level. Pozuelo de Alarcón, San Sebastián, and Tres Cantos: These are the Spanish cities with the lowest crime rates according to the latest...

15 April 2026

Buying Property in the Costa del Sol: Estepona or Marbella?

Currently, buying a home in Estepona remains more affordable than in Marbella, but prices are growing at a faster rate. In March 2026, Estepona narrowed the gap with Marbella, with average home purchase prices of 4,954 €/m² compared to 5,501 €/m² in Marbella. Prices in Estepona...

14 April 2026

Living in La Manga del Mar Menor: A complete guide to areas, prices, and services in 2026

The average property price in La Manga del Mar Menor reaches €3,019/m². Buying an 80m2 home costs on average €241,535 in March 2026. This 21 km coastal strip located in the region of Murcia belongs to the municipalities of Cartagena and San Javier, and offers a unique combination of urban...

13 April 2026

Costa Brava vs. Costa Blanca: Where is it cheaper to buy beachfront property?

The Costa Brava presents a housing price of €3,113/sqm compared to €3,022/sqm on the Costa Blanca in March 2026, according to the Fotocasa Real Estate Index. A standard 80 sqm apartment costs an average of €249,017 on the Girona coast, while in the province of Alicante, the investment...

08 April 2026

Do foreigners pay more taxes when buying a house in Spain?

If we are thinking about buying a home in Spain and we are not Spanish, it is normal to ask ourselves this question: will we pay more taxes for being foreigners? In recent months, moreover, there has been talk of possible new tax measures aimed at non-resident buyers, which has generated even...