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Little Stockholm on the Costa del Sol: Why Swedish buyers dominate key areas

If you’ve been watching the Costa del Sol property market closely, you’ve probably noticed a striking pattern: Swedish buyers are shaping demand in Marbella and surrounding municipalities more than ever. Recent notary data reveals that Swedish nationals completed an estimated 1,212 property transactions across Fuengirola, Mijas, Marbella, Benahavís, and Estepona in the 12 months leading…

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Villa Lyra Sotogrande - Almenara

The Costa’s Real Estate Disconnect: Why Prices Don’t Match Reality — And How You Can Buy Smarter on the Costa del Sol

If you’re exploring property for sale on the Costa del Sol, you may already feel it: prices don’t always reflect reality. Mortgage conditions have tightened, living costs have increased, and buyer expectations have evolved. Yet many sellers continue to price their homes based on emotional attachment, lifestyle appeal, or peak pandemic valuations — not on…

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Emare La Vila - Luxury Residence Frontline beach Estepona

Best areas to live in Spain in 2026: a practical guide by profile (families, retirees, digital nomads)

I spend my weeks helping international buyers choose not just a property, but a place that truly fits their life. Below is the framework I use with clients—clear criteria, honest trade-offs, and real-world examples from the Mediterranean coast to the greener north. 1) How to choose: the 7 criteria that matter (cost, climate, schools, healthcare,…

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