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The price per square meter on the Costa Brava varies significantly depending on the location and type of property. These are the updated average prices:
North Zone - Alt Empordà
Downtown Area - Baix Empordà
South Zone - La Selva
Why shop in Begur: Considered one of the most beautiful towns in Catalonia, Begur combines paradisiacal coves, Indian architecture and a consolidated international community.
Average price: 5,200€/m²Ideal buyer type: Families with high purchasing power, European retirees, investors in luxury rentalsAdvantages: 8 spectacular coves, cosmopolitan atmosphere, high valuationDisadvantages: High prices, traffic in summer
Why shop at Palafrugell: Capital of Baix Empordà, it offers all the services of a city with the charm of a Mediterranean town. Access to Calella, Llafranc and Tamariu.
Average price: 3,800€/m²Ideal buyer type: Families, teleworkers, permanent residenceAdvantages: Full services, good connectivity, year-round lifeDisadvantages: Center without sea views (the beaches are in the housing estates)
Why shop at L'Escala: Authentic fishing village with the Greek ruins of Empúries, extensive sandy beaches and more affordable prices.
Average price: 3,100 €/m²Ideal buyer type: Families with children, investors in tourist rentals, average budgetsAdvantages: Wide beaches, less crowded, culture and historyDisadvantages: Windiest area in winter
Why shop in Roses: The largest bay in Catalonia, a paradise for windsurfing, kitesurfing and sailing. Important marina and active nightlife.
Average price: 3,400€/m²Ideal buyer type: Athletes, Young Families, InvestorsAdvantages: Great range of activities, good value for money, nearby airportDisadvantages: Very touristy in summer, frequent tramontana wind
Why shop in Tossa de Mar: The only walled medieval town on the seafront in Catalonia. Perfect postcard and romantic atmosphere.
Average price: 3,500€/m²Ideal buyer type: Couples, history lovers, investors in tourismAdvantages: Unique aesthetic, well connected to Barcelona (75 km), beach in the centerDisadvantages: Narrow streets, difficult parking
Beachfront homes are the most sought after. Prices from €500,000 for apartments to several million for luxury villas.
Featured areas for the front line:
The traditional empordà farmhouses are unique properties with land, swimming pool and absolute privacy.
Farmhouse prices:
Ideal for investment in vacation rentals. High profitability in tourist areas.
Best areas for tourist apartments:
Homes in old medieval villages, with character and history.
Featured medieval towns:
Define your total budget including buying and selling expenses (10-15% in addition to the price). Visit different areas and types of property. Work with a specialized local real estate agency.
Submit a written offer. If accepted, sign an arrays contract (reserve) with payment of 10% of the price. This contract legally binds both parties.
Check documentation: simple registration note, certificate of habitability, energy certificate, IBI and community receipts, community statutes if it is a flat. Hire a specialized real estate lawyer.
If you need a mortgage, banks in Spain finance up to 80% for residents and 60-70% for non-residents. Mandatory official valuation by the bank.
At the notary's office. You pay the rest of the price (90%) plus expenses: Property Transfer Tax (10% in Catalonia for second hand) or VAT (10% for new construction), notary office (600-1,200€), registration (300-600€), management (300-500€).
Change of ownership of supplies (water, electricity, gas), IBI registration, home insurance, tourist license if you want to rent.
For second-hand housing (220,000€ example):
For new housing (220,000€ example):
It varies by municipality. Examples:
Example: House valued at 150,000€ cadastrally in Begur = 1,050-1,650€/year
Between 80-200€/year depending on the municipality and type of housing.
Apartments: 400-1,200€/yearUrbanizations with swimming pools: 800-2,500€/year
Current Interest Rates (2025): 3.5-4.5% variable, 3.8-5.2% fixed
The Costa Brava has shown an average annual revaluation of 4-6% over the last decade, with peaks of 8-10% in premium areas such as Begur or Cadaqués.
Lower profitability (2.5-4%) but without intensive management and with stable tenants.
Advantages: Less competition, more negotiable sellers, real estate companies with more timeDisadvantages: Less supply available, weather doesn't show the area at its best
Advantages: Best quality-price moment, pleasant climate for visitors, wide offerDisadvantages: Competition begins to increase
Advantages: Maximum offer, you see the area in all its gloryDisadvantages: Higher prices, less trading space, saturated areas
Advantages: Great weather, reasonable prices, motivated sellersDisadvantages: Supply starts to shrink
Mandatory for any foreigner who buys property in Spain. It is requested at:
Required for direct debit payments for taxes and supplies. It can be opened with a passport and proof of address.
For foreign buyers who are not tax residents in Spain, necessary for the purchase.
Yes. The Costa Brava is a consolidated area with constant national and international demand. Low volatility and stable revaluation in the long term.
Yes, but you need a tourist license (HUTG). Some municipalities have limited new licenses. Check before buying if your goal is tourist rental.
From offer to writing: 2-4 months on average. It can be accelerated or extended depending on funding and documentation.
Highly recommended, especially for foreigners. Cost: 1,000-2,000€. Protect your investment by verifying legal documentation.
Not in the purchase. Yes, there may be differences in personal income tax if you rent (non-residents: 19-24%, residents: progressive scale). In inheritances, non-residents can pay more.
Northern European buyers (French, German, Dutch, Scandinavian) are looking for climate, quality of life and safety.
Professionals who can work remotely seek a combination of quality of life and connectivity. Increased demand for office properties
Properties with high energy certification, solar panels and sustainable design are revalued faster.
Environmental protection limits new construction. Supply is limited, supporting rising prices.
The Costa Brava combines exceptional natural beauty, Mediterranean quality of life, legal security, good connectivity and potential for revaluation. It is a safe investment for both a regular home and a second home or tourist rental.
With more than 200 kilometers of coastline, from sandy beaches to rocky coves, medieval villages and first-class cuisine, the Costa Brava offers options for all budgets and lifestyles.
Buying property on the Costa Brava requires local knowledge, legal advice and access to the best opportunities in the market. Our real estate agency specialized in the Costa Brava accompanies you throughout the process: from the search to the signing of deeds.
We know every town, every cove, every opportunity. We have been helping national and international families to find their home in the Mediterranean for years.
Services included: Personalized search, guided tours, legal advice, documentation management, mortgage support, tourist license processing.
Contact us today and start your new life on the Costa Brava.
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