Can foreigners buy apartments in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

Yes. There are no restrictions on buying property in Spain , whether it's commercial, residential or land. In fact, Spain encourages investment by foreigners, both resident and non-resident. You will require a financial number which can acquire by visiting a police station with your passport.

How do I buy an apartment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife?

The process of buying a property in Spain usually runs as follows. First, the buyer makes an offer, usually through the seller's real estate agent. If this is accepted, then the buyer and seller sign a preliminary contract (contrato privado de compravento) and the buyer pays a deposit, typically 10% of the purchase price. Then the agent helps to organise property check and if there're no burdens or restrictions, a final sales contract is prepared.

Do I need a Spanish bank account to buy an apartment in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your apartment in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. This will enable you to set up direct debits and standing orders to pay for your utilities and bills .

Can I get a mortgage in Spain?

Yes. Although to get a mortgage in Spain you need NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjeros). If you're in Spain, you can start the NIE application process at any local police station. Outside of Spain, the best way to apply for an NIE is to contact your local Spanish consulate.

What is a Spanish residence permit?

A long-term residence permit allows you to stay in Spain indefinitely, working or otherwise, under the same conditions as Spanish citizens. You can apply for Spanish nationality after 10 years of residence in Spain.

How do I get a residence permit in Spain?

Dedending on type (for students, for investors, etc.) you can obtain Spanish residence permit at Foreigner’s Office in Spain or at Spanish Consulate in your country of residence.

How long does it take to get residency in Spain?

The terms are based on the type of the residence (for students, for investors, etc.). Some of them can be obtained in less than one month.

Can I get residency in Spain if I buy property?

Yes. When buying a property, you can get a residence permit in Spain, which will allow you to legally reside in the country. At the moment, the most suitable program for obtaining a Spanish residence permit is a Non-Lucrative residence visa in Spain . The main requirement of the program is to provide sufficient financial guarantees, as well as the availability of housing in Spain. Until 2025, investors had the opportunity to apply for a golden visa to Spain when buying real estate starting from 500 thousand euros, and the program has been officially closed since April 2025.

How can I get permanent residency in Spain?

You can get permanent residency in Spain after 5 years of legal residence.

How long does it take to become a citizen in Spain?

The standard criteria for citizenship in Spain is 10 years of legal residence. There are reduced terms (1, 2 or 5 years) for residency based on naturalization, origin, option, etc.

179 Apartments for Sale in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Buy Flat from 135,000€

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Stunning new penthouse with ocean views in Fañabe, Tenerife, Spain for 1,295,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Stunning new penthouse with ocean views in Fañabe, Tenerife, Spain

1,295,000 €

£1,122,000

Total area 192 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Unique penthouse with a parking in a new complex, Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain for 1,295,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Unique penthouse with a parking in a new complex, Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

1,295,000 €

£1,122,000

Total area 192 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Sea view

Аpartments with views of the sea, mountains and golf course, Costa del Sol

From 380,000 €

Swimming pool Underground parking Golf course Private garden Terrace

Impressive apartment on the first line from the sea in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 310,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Impressive apartment on the first line from the sea in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

310,000 €

£269,000

Total area 57 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

Duplex furnished apartment with sea views in Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain for 645,000 €

Duplex furnished apartment with sea views in Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain

645,000 €

£559,000

Total area 140 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Exclusive new penthouse with ocean and mountain views in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain for 869,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Exclusive new penthouse with ocean and mountain views in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

869,000 €

£753,000

Total area 134 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Duplex penthouse on the first line from the beach, Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain for 630,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex penthouse on the first line from the beach, Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain

630,000 €

£546,000

Total area 73 m²1 bedroom2 bathrooms

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Turnkey two-bedroom apartment next to the golf course, Abama, Tenerife, Spain for 1,300,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Turnkey two-bedroom apartment next to the golf course, Abama, Tenerife, Spain

1,300,000 €

£1,126,000

Total area 138 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Huge apartment with ocean view in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 995,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Huge apartment with ocean view in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

995,000 €

£862,000

Total area 231 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

Furnished four-bedroom apartment near the beach in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 849,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished four-bedroom apartment near the beach in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

849,000 €

£735,000

Total area 216 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

1 week ago

Two-bedroom furnished penthouse with stunning sea views in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 695,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Two-bedroom furnished penthouse with stunning sea views in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

695,000 €

£602,000

Total area 80 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Duplex penthouse with a large terrace in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain for 850,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex penthouse with a large terrace in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

850,000 €

£736,000

Total area 272 m²4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

One-bedroom sunny apartment in a complex with a private beach, Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain for 560,000 €

With balcony/terrace

One-bedroom sunny apartment in a complex with a private beach, Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

560,000 €

£485,000

Total area 116 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

Duplex sunny apartment with sea views in Palm-Mar, Tenerife, Spain for 459,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex sunny apartment with sea views in Palm-Mar, Tenerife, Spain

459,000 €

£398,000

Total area 178 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Two-bedroom penthouse with ocean views in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain for 322,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Two-bedroom penthouse with ocean views in Costa Adeje, Tenerife, Spain

322,000 €

£279,000

Total area 94 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

2 months ago

Charming duplex converted into 2 independent studios on the seafront, Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain for 495,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Charming duplex converted into 2 independent studios on the seafront, Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain

495,000 €

£429,000

Total area 66 m²2 bathrooms

4 days ago

Two-bedroom apartment with panoramic views of the sea and the city in Puerto de Santiago, Tenerife, Spain for 365,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Two-bedroom apartment with panoramic views of the sea and the city in Puerto de Santiago, Tenerife, Spain

365,000 €

£316,000

Total area 102 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

4 days ago

Renovated furnished apartment with sea views in Playa Paraiso, Tenerife, Spain for 350,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Renovated furnished apartment with sea views in Playa Paraiso, Tenerife, Spain

350,000 €

£303,000

Total area 76 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

2 months ago

Two-bedroom penthouse in the new prestigious complex, El Madroñal, Tenerife, Spain for 890,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Two-bedroom penthouse in the new prestigious complex, El Madroñal, Tenerife, Spain

890,000 €

£771,000

Total area 210 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Bright three-bedroom flat with sea views in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 430,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Bright three-bedroom flat with sea views in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

430,000 €

£372,000

Total area 105 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

2 weeks ago

Three-bedroom apartment with a private garden in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain for 495,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Three-bedroom apartment with a private garden in Los Cristianos, Tenerife, Spain

495,000 €

£429,000

Total area 244 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Furnished two-bedroom apartment with a parking in Puerto de Santiago, Tenerife, Spain for 450,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished two-bedroom apartment with a parking in Puerto de Santiago, Tenerife, Spain

450,000 €

£390,000

Total area 158 m²2 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Furnished one-bedroom penthouse with a parking in the center of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain for 595,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Furnished one-bedroom penthouse with a parking in the center of Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain

595,000 €

£515,000

Total area 87 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

Elegant furnished duplex penthouse on the seafront in Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain for 439,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Elegant furnished duplex penthouse on the seafront in Playa de las Americas, Tenerife, Spain

439,000 €

£380,000

Total area 55 m²1 bedroom2 bathrooms

2 months ago

Duplex apartment with a garage in El Duque, Costa Adeje, Spain for 445,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Duplex apartment with a garage in El Duque, Costa Adeje, Spain

445,000 €

£385,000

Total area 146 m²4 bedrooms3 bathrooms

Five-room apartment in a luxury complex with a private beach in Guia de Isora, Tenerife, Spain for 2,200,000 €

With balcony/terrace

Five-room apartment in a luxury complex with a private beach in Guia de Isora, Tenerife, Spain

2,200,000 €

£1,906,000

Total area 263 m²4 bedrooms4 bathrooms

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Keeping it in the family: three sisters buy a flat in Torrevieja
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