Spain’s Rental Market Rises Sharply as Barcelona Shows Signs of Stabilization
Spain’s Rental Market Rises Sharply as Barcelona Shows Signs of Stabilization: Spain’s rental housing market began the year with strong upward momentum.
Madrid and Barcelona Move Away from Their Peaks: Rents Are Already Falling in Some Districts
Madrid and Barcelona Move Away from Their Peaks: Representing Spain’s most expensive rental housing markets, the sharp price increases seen in recent years now appear to be losing momentum.
Real Estate Market in Spain 2025: Record Prices, Rental Pressure, and a Surge in International Investment
Real Estate Market in Spain 2025: Record Prices, Rental Pressure, and a Surge in International Investment.
New EU Border Rules: Guidance for UK Nationals Residents in Spain on the Entry/Exit System (EES)
From 12 October 2025, the European Union will implement its new Entry/Exit System (EES). This system will apply to all third-country nationals, including UK nationals, travelling to or transiting through the Schengen Area.
The Rise of Room Rentals in Spain: A New Face of the Housing Crisis
In cities across Spain, the housing crisis is reshaping how people live. As rents soar beyond what many can afford, especially in major urban centers and tourist hubs, more and more individuals are turning to a last-resort solution: renting a single room. For some, this means sharing a flat with strangers. For others, it goes…
Spain’s Housing Market Surges: Regional Price Trends and Key Insights
The Spanish housing market continues its upward trajectory, with notable price increases across major cities. The first quarter of the year saw an average national price rise of 7.5%, with some urban centers experiencing even sharper increases. This growth is driven by strong demand, limited supply, and investor interest. Below, we analyze the key regional…
Rent Cap Slows Price Growth but Stalls the Market
Rent Cap Slows Price Growth but Stalls the Market Catalonia has marked one year since implementing rent controls, remaining the only Spanish region to enforce the Housing Law extensively. While the policy has led to a slight decline in rental prices, it has also resulted in a market slowdown, with supply shortages persisting. Both landlords…
Rental Prices Increase Trends
Rental Prices Increase by 10.4% in February: How Do Capital Cities Compare? In February, rental prices in Spain rose by 10.4% compared to the same month last year, although they saw a slight decline of 0.1% from January, reaching an average of €13.54 per square meter per month. According to the latest data published by…
Barcelona: The City with the Least Rental Availability in Spain
In just four years since the pandemic, the supply of rental properties has plummeted at a rate matched only by another alarming statistic—the sharp rise in rental prices for the few properties still available.
Golden Visas to End in Spain from April 3rd 2025
Starting April 3, Spain will no longer offer “golden visas” as a pathway to residency in Barcelona or the rest of the country.