Housing Basics

Start your housing hunt in Spain with the basics: whether it’s better to rent or buy, what your rights are, and where to find sustainable housing.

Finding housing in Spain can be an exciting yet tricky task. We explore your options, from finding a rental to buying and selling property.

From licensing holiday homes to energy performance certificates, discover everything you need to know about housing laws in Spain.

Want to protect your Spanish home against risks such as damage and burglary? We explain home insurance in Spain and how you can get cover.