The Spanish real estate market continues to show strong momentum in 2026, and this is particularly evident in Andalusia. Recent data from the INE (National Institute of Statistics), Idealista and mortgage statistics all indicate stable demand, rising prices and a market driven by genuine buyers rather than speculation. Spain is short of 800,000 housing units, mortgage rates are relatively low, and the...
by Izidor Isakov
A few weeks ago, I had an interesting conversation with an elderly German woman who was viewing properties on the Costa del Sol. She told me: 'I checked the prices two years ago. Don't offer me overpriced properties.' The truth is that property prices in many parts of Spain have changed significantly over the past two years. In some cities on the Costa del Sol, such as Fuengirola, prices have risen by...
by Izidor Isakov
In Spain, the term "okupas" refers to individuals who illegally occupy empty properties without the owner’s permission. This practice is linked to the Okupa movement, which began as a political housing protest but now often involves organized squatting in vacant homes. The illegal occupation of property, known in Spain as "okupación", has long been a concern for homeowners and international...
by Izidor Isakov
The country has started removing over 86,000 illegal tourist and short-term rental listings from online platforms. From July 2025 onwards, all short-term rentals will require an official registration number. Properties that applied but failed to meet the legal requirements have been denied registration and reported so that their listings can be removed. Of the approximately 412,000 registration...
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