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Buying Property in Menorca (Minorca)

Where to buy property in Menorca (Minorca)

Around 70% of property in Menorca (Minorca) is sold to the British and in tandem with tight building restrictions, this demand continues to fuel good capital growth in property values in Menorca. Despite an increase in tourist numbers and demand for property for sale in Menorca (Minorca), it retains a reputation as a quiet and sedate neighbour to Mallorca and Ibiza. It does not have the club culture and large resort developments of those two islands.

Natural beauty and seclusion are two of the big draws to home buyers looking to buy property in Menorca. Some of the 100+ beaches are still only accessible on foot and the whole island has been declared a biosphere reserve, ensuring its flora and fauna are protected and that any future property construction will be minimal.

The main populous areas are today’s capital, Mahon (Mao), in the east and the former capital Ciutadella in the west, both coastal towns with an attractive but mutually distinct appearance. Close to Mahon (Mao) is Es Castell, an established favourite resort, while further round the east coast are Punta Prima and Binibeca Vell. The north coast is largely undeveloped, though Arenall d’en Castell and the marina at Port Addaia are notable.

It’s possible to pick up cheap property for sale in Menorca for restoration inland, though it is worth bearing in mind that renovation costs are high. West coast resorts such as Cala en Blanes and Los Delfines, both very close to Ciutadella, tend to have the cheapest properties on Menorca.

There's also a range of articles for you to read about buying property in Spain:

• Buying property on the Spanish Islands
• Buying property on Spain's islands

as well as overseas news stories affecting the property market in Spain or view our range of property for sale in Menorca.