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After that our property finder, Bernard, organised the real estate citytrip in Valencia last year, Raf our property finder in Barcelona organised this new edition in Barcelona: Barcelona real estate city trip 7th & 8th February 2019. Thank you to the participants for taking part.
It was very interesting to see what was the situation on the market in Barcelona. On Thursday, Raf organised the afternoon and shared his insights. On Friday morning, we had a very interesting meeting with institutional managers buying, renovating and selling apartments in Barcelona for their investors. We always like to check the market from both sides:
- What is on the market if I want to buy for myself?
- How investors are looking at the market? The renovation case? New build? How to invest myself? Buy to let?
We give the word to Raf:
We see very interesting opportunities in Barcelona for this year. The market is “breathing” again after a long run up an increasing path, back to a healthy mode now.
Many sellers don´t realize yet that they are asking unrealistic prices (partially because of the over promise by selling agencies), and buyers often lack sufficient reference points to judge these prices. However the informed buyer has realized this already. We help the buyers to make sure that they never pay more than what a property is worth. That is big savings!Barcelona and Madrid are the two most active markets in Spain in terms of transactions. Barcelona has a stronger demand from foreign buyers.
In terms of prices, this is the top 5 of most expensive cities in Spain: 1. San Sebastian, 2. Barcelona, 3. Madrid, 4. Palma and 5. Bilbao.
Barcelona has the highest rental prices of Spain and a high proportion of expats looking for central quality apartments. This is great if you rent out your property.
What is the current situation on the Barcelona property market?
“Over the last months, the foreign buyers have picked up activity. That is because some very central locations offer really attractive discounts for amazing apartments.”
The next months will be an ideal time for buyers to purchase as many sellers will lower their expectations and buyers could be more patient to catch that gem.
We see many opportunities in Barcelona.If your first objective is yield, maybe you should go outside the most demanded districts.”
So yes, property purchase starts with a price… but location is important. Raf explained further:
There are big differences within districts in Barcelona and even within those, one street is not the other. This local knowledge is why people come to us.
Lifestyle remains for many buyers a key decision parameter.
Do you want to learn all the added value brought in by the Property finders?
Review our main article on that subject: 6 essential reasons for loving your property finder in Spain
We want to thank Raf as well for his insights and tips on the region,… you win 6 months a least and a lot of appreciable insights on this market. If you want to find a property in Barcelona or in the neighbourhood, just ask us to put you in touch with Raf.
Last but not least, we want to thank our lawyers, Maite and Juan, our property and tax advisers in Barcelona, that had some direct exchange with our clients regarding their purchases.
The goal of the real estate city trip?
Discover the city and learn if you want to invest or to live in Valencia.
The goal was NOT to invest in two days!
Here is the program our lucky participants had the chance to attend:
Thursday 7th of February
- 12.00: Meeting at the offices of our property hunter, Raf
- 14.00: Visit of a project in the city
- 15.00: Lunch at the restaurant “Casa Blanca” in the old mall “Mercat de Sant Antoni” just newly renovated
Friday 8th of February
- 10.00: Meeting with a local institutional investor helping foreigners to invest in the real estate market: What are the current opportunities? How to invest with a pure “investment eye”?
Further reading?
Here is what Raf wrote last year: “Investment case study” on Barcelona” and here is our paper on the city: Barcelona real estate market is rising in 2017
There is so much to enjoy in Barcelona: food, beach, sun, culture, shopping… what else? Not a surprise many international companies are relocating there as Nestle did for its global IT department. Have a quick look at our Citytrip ePostcards we wrote on Barcelona… you will enjoy the atmosphere.
If you want to check the monthly weather statistics of Barcelona, read our infographic on that.
If you want to read more on the region, have a quick read at our article on the Barcelona Costa: Everything you ever wanted to know about the Costa de Barcelona.
You missed it? Never mind, all our partners are standing ready to help you in Barcelona.
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Have a look at the feedback of our real estate city trip to Valencia we organised in 2018, follow the link.
Our local property hunter, Raf, is organising a city trip to his region Barcelona
Let’s discover the real estate market of Barcelona.
We had a lot of requests on Barcelona and that’s why our local property hunter, Raf, is organising a “reality check” city trip.
Here is what Raf wrote last year on the city: “Investment case study” on Barcelona”, our paper on the city: Barcelona real estate market is rising in 2017 and our paper on the Costa de Barcelona: Everything you ever wanted to know about the Costa de Barcelona.
If you want to check the monthly weather statistics of Barcelona, read our infographic on that.
There is so much to enjoy in Barcelona: food, beach, sun, culture, shopping… what else? Not a surprise many international companies are relocating there as Nestle did for its global IT department. Have a quick look at our Citytrip ePostcards we wrote on Barcelona… you will enjoy the atmosphere.
Why?
The goal is not to sell anything, the goal is to check the opportunities on the market thanks to Raf and see if it is interesting or not.
When?
The trip will take place on the 7th and 8th of February
What is the program?
7th February
- morning: check-in
- 12.00: visits to investment opportunities
- 19.00: a quick word from our local legal adviser, Juan and tax adviser, Maité,
- evening: restaurant
8th February
- 9.00: visits to investment opportunities
- 12.00: check out (more visits if possible)
Where?
Please book your hotel with easy access to the Plaza Catalunya.
Practical info?
So obviously you would book your flight and the hotel and Raf will organise the visits.
We will facilitate the restaurant in the evening of the 7th February.
A small cost will be asked to cover the restaurant of the Thursday evening and the other costs.
Send your details to [email protected] for more info.
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Property hunter and Architect based in Barcelona
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Sitges, located 38 km from Barcelona, is the perfect place if you want to live in a quiet place that is half an hour from the big city. In addition to its location between the Mediterranean and the mountains of Garraf, make this place very special.
Why Sitges?
The beaches of Sitges are the most famous on the Catalan coast. Among them is the beach of Sant Sebastia, which is recognized as the best beach in Europe by New York Magazine.
In addition, the city overflows with cultural activity. At carnival time (February / March) you can enjoy crazy nights and admire the cavalcade that runs through the streets of the city. In autumn the city hosts the International Fantastic Film Festival of Catalonia, where lovers of this genre can enjoy the latest releases.
How is the real estate market?
The price per square meter was in May of this year at € 4,200, with Sitges being one of the most expensive urban areas in Spain.
As it regards foreigners, according to Nuria Mir Sitges real estate agency Houses “80% of sales are to foreigners, among which the English, French, German, Russian and Dutch”. The agent also added that “the beach area is the most expensive while the area close to the mountains and the outskirts are the cheapest of the city”. The total price of the floors oscillates between 300.000-1.000.0000 €.
Where would you like to live?
Sitges, which has nearly 30,000 inhabitants, is a small town which is very easy to walk anywhere, so all the basic services are less than 15 minutes away.
The centre of the city is full of shops. In addition, you can do all kinds of activities and cultural offer is very wide.
“Sant Sebastia”, as mentioned before, has one of the best beaches in Europe. It is the perfect place for those who seek to be in the village, with one foot in the centre and another in the port, with all the services and cultural and recreational offers at hand.
“Aiguadolç”, which is the port area, has small apartments with spectacular sea views.
Poble Sec neighbourhood, located in the centre and only minutes from the beach, is a great choice for families.
Terramar is an exclusive green neighbourhood and close to the sea. In this area, you can find apartments and villas with garden. This area, which was built in the early twentieth century, was designed to become the Catalan Nice.
Getting around in Sitges
Although it is very easy to reach any point walking or cycling, the city has three bus lines.
Sitges also has a train station. You can reach the centre of Barcelona in 40 minutes and the frequency of the trains is about 10-20 minutes. The Catalan capital can also be reached by road or motorway. Barcelona’s El Prat Airport is less than 30 km away.
Read our article on the Balearic Islands: Everything you ever wanted to know about the Costa de Barcelona
Find all our other detailed maps on all the Spanish Costas and the Costa de Barcelona
If you want to invest in the Spanish real estate market in Spain, don’t hesitate to read our special report with the 10+ reasons why you should have a look at the Spanish property market.
Have a look at the yearly weather statistics of Barcelona (very close to Sitges) and of the 18 biggest cities in Spain.
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