Data & research

Costa del Sol property research

Original, dated analysis of new-build prices, taxes and demand on the Costa del Sol — the figures behind our buyer guides.

New-build homes in the Costa del Sol, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
30-48 months

New-build completion times on the Costa del Sol: off-plan delivery data

New-build property delivery on the Costa del Sol for foreign buyers involves a multi-stage process, typically taking 2.5 to 4 years from project launch…

Updated 2026-11-02
New-build homes in the Costa del Sol, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
€2,806/m2

Where foreign buyers on the Costa del Sol come from, in numbers

Foreign buyers continue to be a significant driving force in the Costa del Sol's property market, with nearly half of transactions in Andalusia involving…

Updated 2026-11-02
New-build homes in marbella, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
€8,100

Annual holding costs of a new-build home in Marbella (IBI, community, utilities)

This study examines the annual holding costs for foreign buyers of a new-build property in Marbella, calculating a representative total based on IBI, community…

Updated 2026-11-02
New-build homes in the Costa del Sol, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
11.62%

How much a foreign buyer really pays in taxes and fees on a new-build in Andalusia

Foreign buyers purchasing new-build properties in Andalusia face mandatory taxes and regulated fees that typically total around 11.62% of the purchase price. This figure…

Updated 2026-10-26
New-build homes in the Costa del Sol, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
15.98%

Mortgage LTV and rates for non-resident buyers in Spain: the 2026 numbers

This 2026 research study provides a data-led analysis of the Spanish mortgage market for non-resident buyers of new-build properties. It highlights that foreign buyers…

Updated 2026-10-26
New-build homes in estepona, Costa del Sol, illustrative view
€4,706/m²

Average price per square metre for new-build homes in Estepona (2026)

In 2026, the estimated average asking price for new-build homes in Estepona stands at €4,706 per square metre. This figure, derived from active property…

Updated 2026-10-26
19%

New-build vs resale price gap on the Costa del Sol (2026)

New-build properties on the Costa del Sol incur a total cost 19% higher per square metre than resale homes for foreign buyers. This difference…

Updated 2026-09-17
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