Can foreigners buy property in Costa del Maresme?

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 a property in Costa del Maresme?

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 a property in Spain?

Yes. You will want a bank account in Spain once you have bought your Spanish property. 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.

Property for Sale in Costa del Maresme, Buy Real Estate from 420,000 €

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3-bedroom house 463 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

2,450,000 €

Total area 463 m² · 3 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

With balcony/terrace

6-bedroom house 1,280 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

5,500,000 €

Total area 1,280 m² · Land area: 5,000 m² · 6 bedrooms · 8 bathrooms

With balcony/terrace

6-bedroom house 586 m² in Costa del Maresme

Costa del Maresme, Catalonia, Spain

2,450,000 €

Total area 586 m² · Land area: 1,293 m² · 6 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

With swimming pool

6-bedroom house 445 m² in Costa del Maresme

Costa del Maresme, Catalonia, Spain

1,190,000 €

Total area 445 m² · Land area: 566 m² · 6 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

2-bedroom apartment 86 m² in El Masnou for 660,000 €

With balcony/terrace

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2-bedroom apartment 86 m² in El Masnou

El Masnou, Catalonia, Spain

660,000 €

Total area 86 m² · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms

With swimming pool

5-bedroom villa 485 m² in Premià de Dalt

Premià de Dalt, Catalonia, Spain

1,980,000 €

Total area 485 m² · Land area: 1,050 m² · 5 bedrooms · 5 bathrooms

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4-bedroom house 307 m² in Cabrils

Cabrils, Catalonia, Spain

938,000 €

Total area 307 m² · Land area: 981 m² · 4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

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7-bedroom house 520 m² in Premià de Dalt

Premià de Dalt, Catalonia, Spain

1,280,000 €

Total area 520 m² · Land area: 1,100 m² · 7 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

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3-bedroom house 304 m² in Cabrils

Cabrils, Catalonia, Spain

865,000 €

Total area 304 m² · Land area: 728 m² · 3 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

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6-bedroom house 583 m² in El Masnou

El Masnou, Catalonia, Spain

1,650,000 €

Total area 583 m² · Land area: 1,655 m² · 6 bedrooms · 6 bathrooms

With swimming pool

9-bedroom villa 1,500 m² in El Masnou

El Masnou, Catalonia, Spain

5,800,000 €

Total area 1,500 m² · Land area: 6,050 m² · 9 bedrooms · 10 bathrooms

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5-bedroom house 447 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

1,500,000 €

Total area 447 m² · Land area: 4,000 m² · 5 bedrooms · 5 bathrooms

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4-bedroom house 679 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

1,485,000 €

Total area 679 m² · Land area: 2,018 m² · 4 bedrooms · 5 bathrooms

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4-bedroom house 284 m² in Premià de Dalt

Premià de Dalt, Catalonia, Spain

1,250,000 €

Total area 284 m² · Land area: 979 m² · 4 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

With swimming pool

5-bedroom villa 332 m² in Premià de Dalt

Premià de Dalt, Catalonia, Spain

2,990,000 €

Total area 332 m² · Land area: 1,720 m² · 5 bedrooms · 3 bathrooms

With swimming pool

5-bedroom villa 475 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

1,300,000 €

Total area 475 m² · Land area: 700 m² · 5 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

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6-bedroom house 576 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

1,650,000 €

Total area 576 m² · Land area: 5,621 m² · 6 bedrooms · 6 bathrooms

With swimming pool

6-bedroom villa 539 m² in Cabrils

Cabrils, Catalonia, Spain

1,950,000 €

Total area 539 m² · Land area: 1,553 m² · 6 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

With balcony/terrace

5-bedroom house 181 m² in El Masnou

El Masnou, Catalonia, Spain

730,000 €

Total area 181 m² · Land area: 438 m² · 5 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms

With swimming pool

8-bedroom villa 877 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

2,800,000 €

Total area 877 m² · Land area: 2,250 m² · 8 bedrooms · 6 bathrooms

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6-bedroom house 422 m² in El Masnou

El Masnou, Catalonia, Spain

1,600,000 €

Total area 422 m² · Land area: 258 m² · 6 bedrooms · 5 bathrooms

With swimming pool

6-bedroom house 1,550 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

2,500,000 €

Total area 1,550 m² · Land area: 6,477 m² · 6 bedrooms · 6 bathrooms

9-bedroom country house 680 m² in Sant Andreu de Llavaneres

Sant Andreu de Llavaneres, Catalonia, Spain

1,750,000 €

Total area 680 m² · Land area: 18,662 m² · 9 bedrooms · 7 bathrooms

With swimming pool

4-bedroom house 500 m² in Costa del Maresme

Costa del Maresme, Catalonia, Spain

2,500,000 €

Total area 500 m² · Land area: 800 m² · 4 bedrooms · 4 bathrooms

With balcony/terrace

2-bedroom apartment 79 m² in Premià de Dalt

Premià de Dalt, Catalonia, Spain

498,000 €

Total area 79 m² · 2 bedrooms · 2 bathrooms

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Dmitry, an entrepreneur from Moscow, bought a holiday home in Alicante on the Costa Blanca in 2014 with Tranio. One year later, we met with him to see how things were going.
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Keeping it in the family: three sisters buy a flat in Torrevieja
It's easier to buy property abroad when your family is behind you. This is how three sisters in their early sixties, Irina and Marina and Irina bought a holiday home in Torrevieja.
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Golden visas and marinas: yacht-aficionado buys luxury villa in Spain
Eugene, chief executive of a major Russian company, first considered buying property abroad when he took up yachting. We talked to him after he bought a villa in Catalonia near a marina.
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Owning property in Spain: a British perspective
Steve, an English expat in Moscow, Russia, bought a flat in Spain. Two years on, we asked him for the British perspective on Spain’s real estate, buyer’s remorse and bureaucracy.
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In 2025, a family came to us: a married couple and their adult son. Their goal was to obtain a European residence permit. Initially, they were choosing between Cyprus and Greece. Ultimately, the Greek Golden Visa programme...
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From Old Office to Modern Apartment: Securing Property and a Greek Residence Permit in Five Months under the...
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