Spain

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Property in Spain

Search for property in Spain with Legal Leads — the best option to search for Spanish property. Home to sun, sea, beaches and tapas — and a long standing favourite all over the world — Spain holds strong as the most popular overseas destinations for holidaymakers and investors alike! The lure of the dream villa in Spain is still as strong as ever with people all over the world having bought property in Spain in order to regularly holiday there or relocate permanently. With villas, fincas, apartments and larger houses for sale, there is a great range of property in Spain.

Property in Costa Blanca

Property in Costa Blanca is some of the most well-liked property in Spain as the Costa Blanca is one of the most popular destinations whether it is for a summer holiday or a destination for a second home, property in Costa Blanca is first choice for many. Property in Costa Blanca is well liked for its close proximity to the major tourist destinations of Benidorm and Alicante; and Costa Blanca itself is made up of over 200 kilometres of coastline within the Province of Alicante in Spain. A popular Costa for tourists looking for beautiful beaches, sun kissed villas in Costa Blanca and great food; the Costa Blanca extends from the towns of Denia from the north to Torrevieja in the south and has a well developed tourism industry.

Property in Costa del Sol

Property in Costa del Sol is becoming increasingly popular as golf properties in the Costa del Sol and golf resorts in the Costa del Sol have become hot picks for both investors and holidaymakers. Recently, the Costa del Sol has become known as the 'Costa del Golf' due to the growing number of high quality golf courses and resorts; many of which are centred around Marbella. A region in the south of Spain, the Costa del Sol, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, is made up of the coastal towns and communities along the Mediterranean coastline of the Málaga province, and the eastern edge of the Cádiz province. The Costa del Sol, which, translated means 'sunny' or 'sunshine' coast, was once made up of many small, quiet fishing villages; the region now, however, has transformed into a world renowned tourist destination with high-rise settlements and chic villa resorts running the length of the coastline.

Property in Costa Tropical

If your dream overseas property lies in Spain, head south and invest in property in The Costa Tropical. Framed by the Sierra Nevada national park, fringed by beautiful seas and nestled between Almeria's desert-like coast to the East and the thriving beaches of the Costa del Sol to the west, lies the 'secret coast' of the Costa Tropical! Property in The Costa Tropical is relatively inexpensive as mass tourism has yet to hit the Spanish Costa; so if you want to purchase property in The Costa Tropical, venture southwards to pick up bargain properties while they're there to be had! The Costa Tropical, with more than 2000 years if history and historic sites such as the world famous Alhambra, lush gardens and breathtaking castles; is the next Spanish property hotspot with one of the healthiest climate in Europe and second in the world!

Property in the Canary Islands

The Canary Islands, all of volcanic origin, are much closer to the coast of Africa than to mainland Spain and those who purchase property on the Canary Islands benefit from the remarkably mild climate the islands have; thanks to their mid-Atlantic location. While the Canaries are best known for their pristine beaches, property in the Canaries offer views of strikingly diverse landscapes. Whether you invest in property in Gran Canaria, property in Fuerteventura, property in Lanzarote, property in Tenerife, property in La Palma, property in Gomera or property in Hierro, you will be surrounded by either sub-tropical rainforests, arid plains, pine woods, sand dunes, mountain peaks or remarkable flora. The main tourist resorts are excellent for water sports, windsurfing, sailing, fishing, tennis, golf and so on. The local people take great pride in their folklore traditions and the carnival festivities are famous throughout Spain.

Property in the Balearic Islands

The Balearic Islands; Minorca, Majorca and Ibiza; are amongst the most popular holiday destinations in the whole of Europe and their excellent climate, beaches and natural beauty attracts visitors and investors form around the world. Property in Majorca is attractive to investors as Majorca is the largest and most commercial of the island. Since 1952, when package holidays were first available on the island, it has been a well liked holiday destination. Many return for holidays each year and so have invested in property in Majorca. Buying a property in Majorca will always be a good investment as property in the Balearics remains highly rentable. Apartments in Majorca and villas in Majorca will rent to both families and young holidaymakers when you are not using the Majorca property yourself and be a fantastic retreat when you do want to get away. Though it has a reputation for being a party island, Ibiza also has a quieter side and attracts families and couples to its white sands and clear waters, away from the revellers and busy club resorts. And property in Ibiza is some of the loveliest property in the Balearics. Apartments in Ibiza and villas in Ibiza are rentable throughout the year thanks to the islands 300 days of sunshine; so purchasing property in Ibiza whether for investment purposes or personal use will guarantee you returns on your Ibiza property.

Barcelona

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and capital of the Catalonia region. One of the most important cultural destinations in southern Europe, the city has a history dating back to the time of the Roman Empire thanks to its strategic position and port. Strolling through town it is possible to see evidence of Barcelona’s history: the Roman ruins of Casco Antiguo, the medieval buildings in the Barrio Gótico, the famous architecture of Gaudì and modernist Barcelona, right up to prestigious modern constructions by some of the biggest names in contemporary architecture including Meier, Calatrava, Foster e Gehry. The city is divided into 10 districts. The most prestigious are Eixample and Sarrià-Sant Gervasi. Eixample is the neighbourhood near the Sagrada Familia and is home to the «Quadrat d’Or» which contains some of the most famous examples of modernist buildings. A growing number of international buyers look for property in this district, particularly around the famous Paseo de Gracia with its exclusive boutiques and designer stores. Many of the buildings in this area are of high cultural importance and to own a property in this neighbourhood is a symbol of great prestige. The other exclusive district of Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is favoured by the Catalan upper-classes. Unlike the city centre, the most popular homes here are modern, for example the contemporary penthouses with views over the city or magnificent villas with swimming pools and gardens. However there are also historical buildings and noble homes, especially in the areas of Tres Torres and Bonanova. Other high-level properties often sought-after by wealthy buyers are the apartments in Pedralbes or the panoramic penthouses overlooking the sea and the beach of Barcelona.

Costa Dourada

Granada

Buying real estate in Spain

Purchasing procedure

The buying process is divided in three phases:

• Making an offer
• Entering in a private contract
• Completion

The private contract should contain details of the agreed deposit payment, purchase price, and details for payment of the outstanding balance of the agreed buying price plus any additional extras and your intended completion. A notary will prepare the official contracts and make sure it complies with Spanish regulations. Any property sale or purchase in Spain should be registered in the Land Registry, and it’s important to make sure any relevant taxes are paid before this is done.

Buying restrictions

There are no restrictions for foreigners buying real estate in Spain.