Barcelona

The Eixample’s regular grid of Modernista buildings meets the Gothic Quarter, the sea and the hills of Collserola. Its neighbourhoods are distinct: Gràcia is bohemian, Poblenou is creative and Sarrià is family-oriented.

Metro, trams, buses and Rodalies trains make the city easy to navigate without a car, and bikes are widely used. The airport is about 30 minutes from the centre by train or Aerobús.

In 2026 the median sale price is about €410K, roughly €4,900 per square metre, and a typical 2-bedroom rental costs about €1,650 a month. Prices are up 5.8% on a year ago and homes take around 55 days to sell, which points to strong demand.

Rent controls and tourist-licence caps have changed the market for investors, so regulations need checking before purchase. Many period flats lack lifts or have been subdivided.