Scandinavian buyers choose Costa del Sol & Mallorca over Costa Blanca
Historically the Costa Blanca was the preferred place to purchase Spanish property at a bargain price but the tides have now changed and both the glamorous Costa del Sol and Mallorca are attracting not just the traditional British and German buyers but savvy Scandinavians looking for that dream home in the Spanish sun.
Indeed, Spanish property portal, Kyero.com´s latest analysis of Scandinavian enquiries to the site reveals exactly what these buyers are looking for. Throughout H1 2013 51% of people were seeking properties priced between €50,000 and €150,000. Further analysis shows that across Spain, half were looking for apartments whilst 32% desired a 2 bedroom property and 55% requested a swimming pool.
Marc Pritchard, Sales and Marketing Director for Taylor Wimpey Espana comments, “The market has changed dramatically compared to pre-crisis times; our buyers now come from over 20 different countries with the Scandinavians playing a much greater role this year more than ever. Here at Taylor Wimpey Espana we have seen an overall 125% increase in Scandinavian buyers (Jul 2013 compared to the same month last year) with a 150% y-o-y increase in buyers choosing the Costa del Sol and a further 250% increase on Mallorca.
“Our Norwegian buyer numbers have rocketed by 225% compared to last year and our Swedish buyers by 267% but interestingly in terms of locations, it seems that Scandinavian buyers are looking more to the Costa del Sol and Mallorca then the traditional favourite of the Costa Blanca.”
However, Scandinavian buyers are not just purchasing homes for holiday use; increasing number are relocating, saying goodbye to colder climes and viva Espana!
In recent years a number of Scandinavian supermarkets have popped up across Spain and there is a Swedish language local newspaper circulating around the Costa del Sol as well as a Swedish primary school on the Balearic island of Mallorca catering to a high demand of Scandinavian expats living in both areas.
So why not join the growing number of Scandinavians snapping up properties in the Spanish sunshine and make your stay more permanent with Taylor Wimpey Espana?
The Cala Magrana III development on picturesque Mallorca boasts a privileged position in a natural paradise with extraordinary sea views. The development consists of two-bedroom apartments designed to reflect the beauty of the surrounding area. There is a large swimming pool and wonderful sunbathing area for all the owners to enjoy. All the apartments come with a private outside parking space.
The area offers a wide range of amenities giving you the chance to sample the delights of the local cuisine or explore the famous caves of Drach. With a variety of local water sports, various golf courses to try and the tranquillity of the development Cala Magrana is a perfect choice from €185,000.
Or why not take a look at Los Arqueros Beach, situated in the equally as popular Costa del Sol. These brand new luxury three bed apartments are only a few minutes’ walk away from the sea front promenade and the ancient part of San Pedro de Alcantara, in the up and coming area towards Marbella beach and Puerto Banus.
The apartments boast large terraces, two swimming pools (adult and children), elevators and underground parking all included for just €250,000.
For more information on buying a home in Spain, visit taylorwimpeyspain.com.
