May 2026

When people think about buying a property in Spain, the first things that often come to mind are the sunshine, relaxed lifestyle, excellent food and beautiful beaches. However, there is another factor that makes Spain one of the most desirable places in Europe to live and invest. In 2026, Spain set a new record by receiving 794 Blue Flag awards, including for 676 beaches. This made it the country...

The property market on the Costa del Sol continues to evolve as local authorities seek to strike a balance between tourism, investment, housing availability and the quality of life for residents. In recent years, several municipalities have introduced restrictions on new tourist rental licences in areas experiencing significant housing pressure. Cities including Málaga and parts of Marbella have...

Malaga is continuing to strengthen its position as one of southern Europe's leading technology hubs. A week ago, we read in SUR in English about the new investment in Málaga. The Andalusian regional government has approved a new €1.2 billion data centre project at Málaga TechPark. This strategic investment is expected to create around 710 direct construction jobs and 254 permanent, highly...

Sotogrande is one of the most international residential destinations on the Costa del Sol. Although Sotogrande is part of the San Roque municipality in Cádiz and does not have its own census category, population estimates based on relevant INE census data suggest that the wider Sotogrande area has around 3,292 residents, a figure which increases during the holiday season. One reason for Sotogrande's...

The Spanish real estate market continues to show strong momentum in 2026, and this is particularly evident in Andalusia. As a real estate agency based in the Costa del Sol, we are committed to staying up to date with the latest market trends. To this end, we have prepared a comprehensive report on property prices, foreign demand, supply from Spanish building companies, and approved mortgage...