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class=\"et_pb_section et_pb_section_0 et_section_regular\" >\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\u003Cdiv class=\"et_pb_row et_pb_row_0\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\u003Cdiv class=\"et_pb_column et_pb_column_4_4 et_pb_column_0  et_pb_css_mix_blend_mode_passthrough et-last-child\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\u003Cdiv class=\"et_pb_module et_pb_text et_pb_text_0  et_pb_text_align_left et_pb_bg_layout_light\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\u003Cdiv class=\"et_pb_text_inner\">\u003Cblockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>TL:DR\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Buying a property in Spain typically costs an additional 10–13% on top of the purchase price. This includes property transfer tax (6–10%), notary and registration fees (1–2%), legal services (1–2%), and mortgage costs (if applicable). New-builds are taxed differently (VAT + stamp duty).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fblockquote>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Much Does a Property Cost in Spain in 2025?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Property prices in Spain continue to vary significantly by region. As of mid-2025, here are some average price ranges:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Costa del Sol\u003C\u002Fstrong>: €2,500–€4,500 per m²\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Costa Blanca\u003C\u002Fstrong>: €1,800–€2,800 per m²\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Madrid & Barcelona\u003C\u002Fstrong>: €4,000–€6,000 per m²\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Inland\u002Frural areas\u003C\u002Fstrong>: €900–€1,500 per m²\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>For example, a two-bedroom apartment in Nerja may cost around \u003Cstrong>€200,000\u003C\u002Fstrong>, while a similar home in Marbella might exceed \u003Cstrong>€400,000\u003C\u002Fstrong>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Breakdown of Additional Purchase Costs\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Here’s a breakdown of typical costs buyers should plan for:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Cost Type\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\u003Cth>\u003Cstrong>Typical Range\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fth>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Property Transfer Tax (ITP)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>6–10% (resale properties)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>VAT (IVA) + Stamp Duty\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>10% + 1.5% (new-builds only)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Notary Fees\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>0.5–1%\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Land Registry\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>0.5–1%\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Legal Fees\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>1–2%\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Mortgage Setup (if needed)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>1–2% of loan value\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Property Valuation\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>€300–€500 (for mortgage buyers)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003C\u002Ftbody>\u003C\u002Ftable>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Example:\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Buying a resale apartment in Alicante for \u003Cstrong>€200,000\u003C\u002Fstrong>:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Transfer tax (8%): €16,000\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Notary + Registry: €2,000\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Lawyer: €2,000\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Total additional cost\u003C\u002Fstrong>: ~€20,000 → \u003Cstrong>€220,000 total\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hidden or Optional Costs to Consider\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>NIE number\u003C\u002Fstrong> – Required for foreign buyers (~€20–€150)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Power of attorney\u003C\u002Fstrong> – If buying remotely (~€200–€500)\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Interpreter\u002FTranslator\u003C\u002Fstrong> – Optional but useful if not fluent in Spanish\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Bank charges for international transfers\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Home insurance\u003C\u002Fstrong> – Required if you take a mortgage\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buying New-Build vs. Resale Properties\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cfigure class=\"wp-block-table\">\u003Ctable class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\u003Ctbody>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>Type\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>Tax Applied\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>New-build\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>10% VAT + 1.5% stamp duty\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003Ctr>\u003Ctd>\u003Cstrong>Resale\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003Ctd>6–10% transfer tax (ITP)\u003C\u002Ftd>\u003C\u002Ftr>\u003C\u002Ftbody>\u003C\u002Ftable>\u003C\u002Ffigure>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>New-builds tend to be more expensive upfront due to VAT, but may come with fewer maintenance issues and energy-efficient certifications.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Reduce Your Buying Costs\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Choose resale properties\u003C\u002Fstrong> if looking to avoid VAT.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Shop around for legal and notary services.\u003C\u002Fstrong> Some offer fixed rates.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Use a local mortgage broker\u003C\u002Fstrong> to find the most cost-effective lender.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>\u003Cstrong>Buy off-plan directly from developers\u003C\u002Fstrong>, which may include incentives like waived notary costs.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Mistakes to Avoid\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\u003Cli>Underestimating total purchase costs.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Not hiring an independent solicitor.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Relying solely on the seller’s agent.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Skipping a property survey.\u003C\u002Fli>\n\n\n\n\u003Cli>Ignoring regional tax differences (e.g., Andalusia vs. Valencia).\u003C\u002Fli>\n\u003C\u002Ful>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ: Buying Property in Spain in 2025\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Can I buy a property in Spain as a non-resident?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>Yes. There are no restrictions for EU or non-EU citizens. You’ll need an NIE (foreigner ID number).\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Is it mandatory to use a lawyer?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>It’s not required by law, but it’s \u003Cstrong>strongly recommended\u003C\u002Fstrong> for verifying ownership, debts, and handling contracts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>How long does the buying process take?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>Typically 6–10 weeks from reservation to completion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>\u003Cstrong>Do I need a Spanish bank account?\u003C\u002Fstrong>\u003Cbr>Yes, to pay taxes, utility bills, and receive mortgage funds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Ch2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ready to Buy?\u003C\u002Fh2>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>Start browsing properties in  Spain on \u003Cstrong>Bostello\u003C\u002Fstrong> – and contact our trusted agents to guide you through every step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\n\n\n\u003Cp>👉 \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Fbostello.com\u002Fproperties\u002F\">View Properties for Sale in Spain\u003C\u002Fa>\u003C\u002Fp>\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fdiv>\n\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fdiv>\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fdiv>\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\u003C\u002Fdiv>","shared.rich-text",{"data":138},{"documentId":5,"eyebrow":6,"tagline":7,"showLanguageSwitcher":8,"logo":6,"navItems":139,"ctaButtons":144,"languages":146},[140,141,142,143],{"id":11,"label":12,"url":13,"isExternal":14,"newTab":14},{"id":16,"label":17,"url":18,"isExternal":14,"newTab":14},{"id":20,"label":21,"url":22,"isExternal":14,"newTab":14},{"id":24,"label":25,"url":26,"isExternal":14,"newTab":14},[145],{"id":29,"label":12,"url":13,"isExternal":14,"newTab":14},[147,148,149,150,151,152],{"id":32,"code":33,"label":34,"name":34},{"id":36,"code":37,"label":38,"name":38},{"id":40,"code":41,"label":42,"name":42},{"id":44,"code":45,"label":46,"name":46},{"id":48,"code":49,"label":50,"name":50},{"id":52,"code":53,"label":54,"name":54}]