Real estate investment in Spain starts 2026 up 45%: living leads while retail and offices regain momentum

Spain’s real estate market starts 2026 with strong growth, led by the Living segment and supported by the recovery of retail and offices.
residential real estate sector

Spain’s real estate market starts 2026 with strong growth, led by the Living segment and supported by the recovery of retail and offices.

A flex living investment in Barcelona targeting a 7% return, with recurring income and full professional management.

Development of 24 homes in Playa de Aro, by the beach and in an area with limited new-build supply, managed by a team with strong local experience.

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The transaction is based on an entry price below market value, a full renovation to reposition the asset, and an urban area with growing demand for residential rentals.

Participating loan project in Madrid with a fixed annual return of 10% on an operational senior living asset with a stabilisation and exit strategy.

Urbanitae has already financed more than 1,400 publicly protected homes in Spain, combining execution speed, professional structuring, and investor returns.