Buying a home in Barcelona can cost up to four times more than in inland provinces. The provincial housing price ranking for 2025 confirms large cities and tourist areas as the most expensive markets, compared to the more affordable rural provinces.
The Spanish real estate market exhibits significant price differences across provinces. While prices remain high in major cities and tourist destinations, it is still possible to find homes at much more affordable prices in other inland areas.
According to data from Spainhouses.net, based on its listings of houses and apartments for sale, the average home price in Spain is around €2,400 per square metre. However, the provincial gap exceeds 200%. Buying a home in the most exclusive areas can cost up to four times more than in the most affordable provinces.
The Most Expensive Provinces to Buy a Home
The highest prices are in metropolitan areas and popular tourist destinations. The provinces with the most expensive housing are typically those with large urban centres or located along coastal regions and islands, where prices can exceed €4,000 per square meter (m²):
• Madrid ranks first with the highest prices per m².
• The Balearic Islands continue to experience rising prices, driven by international demand.
• The Costa del Sol (Málaga) remains one of the most dynamic markets.
The Most Affordable Provinces
On the other hand, the provinces with the cheapest supply of properties for sale in Spain, with prices well below the national average, are located in inland areas and in the communities of Extremadura, Castilla y León, Castilla-La Mancha, and Aragón, where it is possible to find homes at reduced prices:
• Cuenca, Ciudad Real, and Jaén stand out as some of the most affordable, with prices around €800/m².
• In other Mediterranean coastal provinces such as Granada, Murcia, Valencia, Castellón, and Tarragona, housing is more affordable than the national average.
• In Guipúzcoa, Girona, Alicante, Almería, and Cádiz, prices are slightly higher than average. Therefore, they represent a good option for purchasing a home near the sea.
The cheapest areas in the most expensive provinces
In the most costly provinces, there are still affordable areas where prices are lower:
• In Madrid, Cuenca de Henares and Comarca Sur offer the most affordable prices.
• In Barcelona, the Bages, Anoia, and Berdeguá guarantee the best prices.
• In the Balearic Islands, the island of Menorca is the best option.
• In Malaga, the Axarquía has the cheapest prices, along with Torremolinos and Fuengirola on the Costa del Sol.
This information on housing prices throughout Spain will help in identifying the best areas based on their affordability.
A Two-Speed Market
The analysis reveals a two-speed real estate market in Spain. On one hand, major urban centres and coastal areas are experiencing intense demand, both domestically and internationally. On the other hand, inland provinces are seeing stable market conditions that provide opportunities for buyers and investors.
In conclusion, Spain presents a varied landscape in the housing market. While some regions are witnessing record prices, other provinces are emerging as attractive alternatives for those seeking affordability without compromising quality of life.
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