
Spain
Eurozone stability with lifestyle appeal; Golden Visa abolished Apr 2025
Currency Risk
EUR
✅ Strengths
- ▸Largest EU real estate market; strong appreciation 2022–2025
- ▸Costa del Sol viable: Marbella, Estepona, Costa Blanca
- ▸Vibrant expat communities with proven rental demand
⚠ Risks
- ▸Golden Visa RE route suspended April 2025
- ▸79.6% of building stock below EPC D — worst in active markets
- ▸Stressed zones: 140+ Catalan municipalities with IRAV rent caps
CASABROVA Verdict
Stick to Marbella, Estepona, Costa Blanca new builds with EPC B/C ratings.
Other EU: Profile adjusted score 66.6 (rank #16).
Recommended Strategy
New builds only (EPC B/C). Avoid Barcelona. Canary Islands and Balearics for STR.
Based on CASABROVA Waves 1–8, current to July 1, 2026. Not financial or legal advice.
Spain Golden Visa abolished April 3, 2025
Ley Orgánica 1/2025 — no passive investment visa
BOE-A-2025-76