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Real Estate Sector – Opinion

The cost of mortgages in Spain drops more than the European average

Source: Cadena SER, December 25, 2024

In 2024, the European Central Bank lowered interest rates, leading to a decrease in the Euribor and, consequently, in the cost of mortgages in Spain. The drop in interest rates on new mortgages in the country (0.74 points) exceeds the European average (0.49 points).

Housing at bubble prices

Source: El País, December 22, 2024

Home sales in October 2024 increased by 51.3% year-on-year, reaching figures similar to those of the 2007 real estate bubble. Both new homes (+83.4%) and previously owned homes (+43.6%) have contributed to the market growth.

The housing market shows no signs of slowing down: mortgages soar by 60% in October, reaching 2010 highs

Source: Cadena SER, December 20, 2024

In October 2024, signed mortgages reached record figures with 51,535 operations — a 60.8% year-on-year increase and the highest levels since 2010. This reflects strong momentum in the mortgage market.

The housing crisis will worsen in 2025: these are the forecasts for purchase and rental prices

Source: El País, December 21, 2024

According to forecasts for 2025, home purchase prices could increase by between 4% and 10%, while rental prices are expected to rise by over 7%, reflecting the ongoing real estate crisis.

Economists advocate for the development of more land to curb the rise in housing prices in the city of Málaga

Source: Cadena SER, December 24, 2024

In response to the rising housing prices in Málaga, economists propose releasing more land for development. Although the region’s economic growth is positive, high unemployment (17%) affects citizens’ purchasing power.

Evolution of housing sale prices in Spain

Source: Idealista, 2024

Over the past 12 months, housing prices in Spain have risen by 11.4%, while over the past three years they have accumulated a 26.4% increase, according to recent reports.

Real Estate Report – Forecasts 2024 and 2025 | Bankinter

Source: Bankinter, 2024

Bankinter forecasts that housing prices will continue to rise in 2024 (+8%) and in 2025 (+5%), outpacing inflation, due to high demand and favorable conditions in the real estate market.

SOCIEDAD DE TASACIÓN – Evolution of Housing Prices in Spain

Source: Sociedad de Tasación, 2024

The report shows a sustained increase in housing prices in Spain throughout 2024, driven by renewed optimism in the real estate sector following the European Central Bank’s interest rate cuts.