Post Date: September 4, 2017
Up and coming areas in Marbella
Speak of Marbella and such iconic addresses as the Golden Mile, La Zagaleta and Puerto Banús come to mind, but in addition to these and other well-established prime residential zones, greater Marbella also has another category to offer – up-and-coming areas with great potential.
Many of us dream of a penthouse or villa...
Post Date: August 29, 2017
It’s Modern in Marbella
The popularity of contemporary style properties in Marbella continues unabated. This particular architectural approach to the modern lifestyle, whether it is a villa, townhouse or apartment, is well suited to the Marbella area with its sun, ample quantities of light and a landscape that complements the style.
A white, geometrical...
Post Date: August 21, 2017
Set on the south-side of the coastal A7 road, Guadalmina Baja is the ‘seaside’ part of Guadalmina, and therefore its most desirable and exclusive area. It is here that you will find large, luxurious villas set on some of the most generous plots in the Marbella area. What’s more, this beachfront suburb is largely level, making for gorgeous lawns...
Post Date: August 11, 2017
San Pedro Alcántara, the little town to the west of Puerto Banús and the main downtown area of Marbella, has become increasingly popular in recent times. We look at why more and more people are choosing to buy a property in and near San Pedro.
Situated a few kilometres west of Puerto Banús, San Pedro Alcántara has long offered town services to the...
Post Date: July 25, 2017
If you wish for the privacy, space and independence of a country property in Marbella, and would love to be surrounded by beautiful nature this is often hard to reconcile with a location that is also conveniently close to beaches, nightlife and amenities such as fine dining, shopping and international schools. The Andalusian countryside is gorgeous...
Post Date: May 2, 2017
Those looking to buy villas in Estepona could soon find that they have a new national park on their doorstep, at least if certain campaigners get their way.
As reported by The Olive Press, a petition has been launched for the Sierra Bermeja mountain range to be granted national park status jointly with neighbouring Sierra de las Nieves in Ronda. More...
Post Date: April 20, 2017
The Spanish government has provided yet more eye-catching news for those looking at the current houses for sale on the Costa del Sol, revealing in its latest set of figures for the residential property market that home sales went up by 1.2% during February compared to the same month last year.
Some 35,610 home sales were recorded by the country’s...
Post Date: April 6, 2017
It should probably go without saying that those who sell or buy apartments in Sotogrande, Estepona, Marbella or another part of the Costa del Sol will want to be well-versed in the relevant tax situation before they make their move.
Such individuals are likely to be heartened by the news of the Spanish Constitutional Court’s ruling that homeowners...
Post Date: March 30, 2017
It seems that with every passing month, there have been new reasons for those perusing the current townhouses, villas and apartments for sale in Estepona and other parts of the Costa del Sol to feel encouraged to invest. Among the most recent developments, for example, is a property market analysis by the BBVA bank, suggesting that Spanish residential...
Post Date: March 13, 2017
Among the various interesting trends that we have been seen in the property market in Spain in recent years, one of those that we reckon will particularly fascinate some of those looking to buy property on the Costa del Sol is the increasing popularity of new builds.
That is the observation of one key Spanish property market figure, Nigel Salmon, who...
Post Date: February 23, 2017
It seems that recent high levels of interest in property for sale on the Costa del Sol remain undimmed, new data having shown 14% growth in the Spanish property market last year. This represents the steepest increase in home sales in the country since the period leading up to the previous real estate boom.
According to the National Institute of Statistics,...
Post Date: February 9, 2017
For those who buy villas in Sotogrande, Estepona or any other popular area of the Costa del Sol with the intention of renting out their property, it is imperative to be well-versed in matters of law and other sensitive aspects of life as a landlord in Spain.
Your own tenant could criminally prosecute you in the most extreme cases, so what are some of...
Post Date: February 2, 2017
While recent statistics have pointed to steadily increasing sales volumes and values for Spanish property, it is important for prospective buyers to realise that prices have not yet returned to their 2006 highs. There therefore remains much scope for these potential purchasers to grab a bargain property that will also represent a very worthwhile long-term...
Post Date: February 2, 2017
At a time when an analysis by one UK-based relocation service has found that Spain is one of the best countries for those looking to get a foot on the property ladder, you may be interested in learning why it really is such a good idea to buy property on the Costa del Sol this year.
Indeed, recent news stories seem to back up suggestions that the Spanish...
Post Date: January 18, 2017
After a 2016 in which a much greater number of people looked to
Post Date: January 11, 2017
Another prosperous year for the Spanish property sector has come to a close, with the nation seeing a rise in property prices across every single region.
Many experts acknowledge that 2016 was a great year for the real estate market in Spain, and now predictions are being made about the direction of the sector this year.
Demand from international buyers...
Post Date: January 4, 2017
The year that brought political uncertainty across Spain and world-shaking events that adversely affected the UK economy has been a prosperous one for the Spanish property market, according to a report published by valuation firm ST Tasación.
ST reported that new builds in Spain had increased in overall price by 3.3% as demand grew for Spanish property....
Post Date: December 20, 2016
US interest in Spanish property has increased by 25%
Statistics have shown that US investors in Spanish property have gone up by a quarter, as Spain becomes an ever-more popular destination for expats from America as well as Europe.
This increase comes after the surprising results of the latest presidential election, naming the real estate mogul Donald...
Post Date: December 19, 2016
Coastal areas of Spain are becoming an even bigger hotspot for British property buyers, with sales rising exponentially in 2016 when compared to the previous year.
Information gathered from the Spanish registrars points to the south-east coast of Spain as a particular hotspot. Research shows that this region has experienced resurgence in interest, particularly...
Post Date: November 29, 2016
Regardless of where you live in the world, the likelihood is that you will still need to pay taxes like the rest of us – and Spain is no exception.
Whether you wish to let your property to holidaymakers or simply aspire to become a resident of one of the many beautiful locales of the properties that we advertise here at Winkworth, it is highly advisable...
Post Date: November 25, 2016
Besides the fabulous beaches, blazing sun and incredible beauty of the countryside, Spain is also revered as a top destination for golfers.
For those looking to make more time for golf, moving to Spain could open up a world of amazing opportunities to indulge in the hobby.
The magnificent luxury properties that are advertised through Winkworth offer...
Post Date: November 10, 2016
Figures from Spain’s central statistics unit continue to show increasing numbers of properties being sold in Spain. Residential property sales in the country rose by an impressive 13.2% between September 2015 and September 2016, with 34,931 sales recorded during the latter month.
This improvement upon last year’s figures shows a continuing trend...
Post Date: November 3, 2016
The worst was expected by many Britons soon after the result of the recent EU referendum was announced, amid worries about the prospect of stifled economic growth, diminished trade relationships and a hefty depreciation in the value of sterling.
The pound has indeed dropped greatly in value, with a strong decrease occurring from 22nd June onwards. The...
Post Date: October 27, 2016
A report has been published suggesting that the ongoing renaissance of the Spanish property market is poised to maintain its momentum well into 2017, as houses for sale in Sotogrande, Marbella and many other popular Spanish regions continue to be rapidly snapped up.
According to BBVA Research, the number of property sales in Spain will rise by an impressive...
Post Date: October 25, 2016
Between 2005 and now, Marbella experienced a great deal of political turmoil, with several corrupt politicians apprehended, the Town Council dissolved and the local money laundering epidemic tackled in the most public manner.
During this period, tourism numbers declined dramatically, as did the number of property buyers and the wider Spanish market....
