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Spain 2025 – Foreign Buyers Continue to Drive the Property Market Upwards

After years of steady growth, Spain’s housing market remains one of Europe’s strongest. In 2025, international buyers continue to shape demand — despite mild policy uncertainty and rising prices. Spain still offers a rare mix of lifestyle, stability, and long-term value that appeals to buyers worldwide.

Key Hotspots for Foreign Buyers

Foreign demand continues to focus on a few standout regions:

  • Alicante (Costa Blanca): Roughly 44% of all sales go to international buyers, according to Idealista’s 2025 market report.

  • Málaga (Costa del Sol): Strong activity from Scandinavian, British, Dutch, and German markets.

  • Balearic Islands: Premium lifestyle appeal and limited supply keep prices resilient.

  • Valencia & Murcia: Affordable, emerging alternatives for younger families and remote professionals.

Habeno Insight

Each region has distinct financial and legal frameworks — understanding them early helps buyers plan smarter financing and long-term investments.

What’s Driving Demand?

  • Remote work: More professionals can now live and work part-time in Spain.

  • Rental yields: Consistent short- and mid-term rental demand in coastal zones.

  • Lifestyle: Quality healthcare, climate, and affordability remain unmatched.

  • Financing access: Competitive mortgage rates, especially for EU citizens, sustain accessibility.

Market Comparison: H1 2025 vs H1 2024

Data from Idealista and Spanish Property Insight show stable, resilient international demand.

Foreign Buyer Transactions: 2024: 69,000 → 2025: 71,000

Market Share of Total Sales: 2024: 20.3% → 2025: 19.3%

Average Price (€/m²): 2024: €2,247 → 2025: €2,417

Trend Summary

Foreign transactions rose slightly year-on-year, and prices continued upward — especially among non-resident buyers. The small dip in foreign market share reflects stronger local activity, not weaker international appetite.

What This Means for Buyers

2025 rewards buyers who plan strategically. High demand continues, but success depends on focusing on:

  • High-demand, well-established regions

  • Energy-efficient, quality-managed properties

  • Transparent financing and professional legal support

With expert guidance — such as you get from Habeno, you make purchasing in Spain both safe and rewarding.

Conclusion – A Market Built on Confidence

Spain’s real estate sector has matured into a stable, selective market supported by genuine lifestyle and investment demand. For international buyers, opportunity lies in secure ownership and long-term value — not speculation. With a trusted partner like Habeno, navigating financing, legal steps, and negotiations becomes seamless.

Spain 2025: Why International Buyers Keep Driving the Market Upward | Habeno