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Ultimate Homes Market Insight – Q2 2026

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New listing coming soon, located in Albir - 6 Bedrooms, all ensuite, very private location Spanish Housing Market Continues to Gather Momentum The price of new and existing homes in Spain increased by 3.7% compared with the previous quarter and is now 15.2% higher than in the second quarter of 2025. The strongest annual price growth was recorded in the Valencian Community (+20.7%), followed by Castilla-La Mancha, the Canary Islands, Cantabria and the Region of Murcia (all around +18.1%). Spain's two largest cities are beginning to see a moderation in price growth. Annual price increases in Madrid eased to 15.5%, down from 18.1% in the previous quarter, while Barcelona recorded annual growth of 8.9%, compared with 12% previously. Across half of the districts analysed in Spain's six largest cities, property prices have risen by more than 15% year-on-year , highlighting the widespread pressure on housing supply. Spanish households now allocate 35.7% of their disposable income to ...

Spanish Property Market Slows, But Prices Are Still Expected to Rise

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Sold by Ultimate Homes at asking price 630.000 Euros - Villa in Valldemossa, Mallorca, completed 9th June 2026 After several years of exceptional growth, Spain's property market is beginning to show signs of moderation. Over the past four months, transaction volumes have slowed across many regions, reflecting a more cautious market environment. However, while the pace of sales may be easing, most analysts continue to forecast further price growth over the next 12 months. Fewer Transactions Does Not Mean Falling Prices The slowdown in property transactions is not necessarily a sign of weakening demand. In many areas, particularly along Spain's most desirable coastal regions, buyer interest remains strong. Instead, the reduction in sales activity appears to be driven by a combination of affordability challenges, limited housing supply and increased caution among buyers. Many homeowners are reluctant to sell because finding a suitable replacement property has become increasingly d...