Buying Guide Details

Buying Property in Spanish Cities

Overview

Though most overseas property buyers will naturally look to Spain’s coastline to find their dream property, there are some who opt for a property in one of the country’s diverse urban centres, either as a place to live and work or as a straightforward investment.

Cities such as Madrid, Barcelona and Valencia can offer the property buyer a choice of colourful Old Town districts and smart outer suburbs as well as rental opportunities to professionals – with many international companies setting up shop in Spain, their commercial centres are an increasingly rich seam of rental potential. They also provide a wealth of culture, leisure and nightlife choices for domestic and international tourists.

There are a number of cities with a distinctly ‘Spanish’ flavour that appeals to some property buyers. Seville, Salamanca, Granada and Cadiz have centuries of history and are much less commercialised, factors which draw discerning property buyers who want urban property and are willing to integrate with the local people and lifestyle.

In the north, the port of Bilbao is fast becoming a cultural gem, combining daring modern architecture and infrastructure with a long, rich Basque history. Proximity to San Sebastian, Santander and the border with France make it an underrated city comparable with any in Spain.

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