The headline on domestic vs foreign buyers in Mallorca is clear: the foreign share of Balearic transactions fell from 38% in 2024 to 34% in 2025. That does not point to disappearing international demand. It points to stronger domestic participation alongside more selective foreign purchasing. This article explains why the share moved, what it means […]
Property supply in Mallorca is not tight because of a short-term cycle. It is tight because structural factors restrict what can be built, approved, renovated, and brought to market, which makes scarcity the baseline rather than the exception. This list is for international buyers considering a Mallorca purchase before they begin shopping. The five reasons […]
Mallorca property statistics in 2026 are a snapshot of 12 verified figures that define the market this year, from transaction activity and price movements to tourism, foreign demand, and housing starts. The figures draw on the Engel & Völkers Balearic Islands Market Report 2025–26, IBESTAT, Spanish Notaries, AETIB, and INE. They are ordered by importance […]
Introduction Mallorca vs. Menorca vs. Ibiza: a side-by-side comparison for international buyers starts with a simple point: the three islands look close on a map, but they behave very differently as property markets. Supply depth, planning restrictions, buyer mix, rental logic, and year-round infrastructure vary materially between them. This comparison is for international buyers with […]
Mallorca property prices are best read through the prime market, not through island-wide averages. For international buyers committing €1M or more, the relevant question is not only what prices are doing overall, but how values behave by region, property type, scarcity, condition, and long-term ownership use. This guide uses 2025/2026 market data to give a […]
Introduction For international buyers, living in Son Vida Mallorca means choosing the island’s most established and secure residential enclave, with direct access to Palma, golf, international schools, and day-to-day services that support year-round use. Son Vida is often understood through its villas and setting, but its real appeal is practical: controlled access, strong infrastructure, and […]
Introduction For buyers considering living in Cala Major, the area offers a rare balance between Palma’s urban energy and the calmer rhythm of the Mediterranean coast. Positioned within the capital’s wider year-round infrastructure, it combines direct access to the sea with practical proximity to culture, healthcare, schools, and everyday services. That combination makes Cala Major […]
Introduction For American buyers comparing the cost of living in Mallorca vs USA, the real question is rarely about basic expenses alone. It is usually about what that cost delivers in day-to-day quality, housing value, and long-term ownership experience, especially when compared with major US cities where premium living often comes with far higher overhead. […]
Introduction For many international buyers, retiring to Mallorca is less about escape and more about building a well-structured next chapter. The appeal is clear, but turning that appeal into a workable long-term living arrangement requires careful decisions around property, residency, taxes, healthcare, and day-to-day practicalities. Mallorca can offer an excellent retirement lifestyle, but only when […]
Introduction This guide to Mallorca Property Prices by Area is designed for international buyers who want a clear view of how location influences value, liquidity, and day-to-day usability. Rather than treating Mallorca as a single market, we look at the island through the lens that matters in practice: distinct regions, micro-locations, and the type of […]
