Property for sale in Spain 2026: what is on the market

What property is for sale in Spain right now?

The Spanish property market splits into two worlds: resale and new-build. For foreign buyers on the Costa del Sol, demand is shifting steadily towards new-build projects, because bank guarantees are mandatory by law, build quality is predictable, and energy ratings are better.

Among coastal properties for sale in Spain, the most typical offer is a 2-3 bedroom apartment in a gated resort-style complex with a pool, alongside penthouses, townhouses and detached villas. In Mijas and Benalmadena new-build apartments start around 250,000 euros, while prime Marbella areas start at 595,000 and Benahavis above 1 million euros.

What do properties cost by town?

Current new-build entry prices across the six key Costa del Sol towns:

• •Mijas: from 250,000 euros, the entry-level market
• •Benalmadena: from 265,000 euros, with marina apartments
• •Estepona: from 290,000 euros, the fastest-growing town
• •Casares: from 335,000 euros, golf and lagoon projects
• •Marbella: from 595,000 euros, Golden Mile and Nueva Andalucia
• •Benahavis: from 1,000,000 euros, exclusive hillside supply

Price per square metre on the Costa del Sol in 2026 typically ranges between 3,500 and 6,000 euros, rising above 8,000 in Marbella's prime zones. We cover pricing in detail in our Spanish property prices article.

New-build or resale: which should you choose?

Resale offers more choice and often better central locations, but buyers pay 7-10% transfer tax (ITP) and carry the renovation risk. New-build carries 10% VAT, but every payment is protected by a bank guarantee, a 10-year structural warranty applies, and running costs are lower.

Most investors choose new-build because modern complexes with pools achieve 5-8% gross yields on short lets, and tenant demand concentrates on exactly those properties.

What to check before you reserve a property

• •Bank guarantee: ask in writing which bank guarantees your stage payments.
• •Building licence and schedule: for new projects, check where permitting stands and the promised completion date.
• •Community fees: gated complexes run at 100-300 euros per month, so include this in your yield math.
• •Rental licensing: short-term letting needs a tourist licence, and the rules differ by town.
• •Costs on top of the price: around 12-13% for new-build, covered in our costs and taxes article.

How to find the right property for sale in Spain

What you see on the portals is only part of the market: the best new-build projects often sell out before public launch. Work with a local specialist who knows the developers and the full supply. It costs you nothing extra on the price, because the developer pays the fee.

Next step

If you are interested in the current range of properties for sale on the Costa del Sol, request a free consultation. We first talk through your goals and budget, and only then show you concrete options.