Overview
This research page provides data-driven analysis on airbnb rental income spain: realistic figures after all costs. All figures are derived from the Avena Terminal database of 1,881 scored new build properties tracked across 100 towns and 10 coastal regions in Spain. The dataset covers properties from 2 active developers with daily price updates.
Key Market Data Points
The current dataset reveals an average new build asking price of EUR 687,140 with a price per square metre of EUR 6,035/m2. Average gross rental yield stands at 3.7%, with the average investment score at 50/100. The 19% average discount from estimated market value (via hedonic regression) indicates that new builds are generally priced below comparable resale transactions in the same locations.
Rental Yield Methodology
Gross yield is calculated as estimated annual rental income divided by asking price. Rental income estimates use comparable Airbnb and Booking.com data with conservative occupancy assumptions (65-75% for established properties). Net yield after management (15-20%), community fees (EUR 1,200-1,800/year), IBI, IRNR, insurance, and maintenance typically runs 1.5-3.5% for non-resident investors. The gross-to-net conversion factor is 0.30-0.40 in most scenarios.
Yield Distribution by Region
The highest gross yields concentrate on Costa Blanca South and Costa Calida. San Pedro del Pinatar leads at 7.1%, followed by Los Alcazares (6.9%), Torrevieja (6.8%), Guardamar (6.5%), and Orihuela Costa (6.4%). Costa Blanca North yields range 4.2-5.5%, while Costa del Sol averages 5.4%. The yield-growth trade-off is consistent: highest-yielding areas show 2-3% annual appreciation, while lower-yielding premium areas deliver 5-7%.
Investment Strategy Implications
Based on the data, investors should match strategy to budget and risk appetite. EUR 130,000-200,000: focus on Costa Blanca South or Costa Calida for maximum yield (6-7% gross). EUR 200,000-300,000: consider balanced markets like Guardamar, Benidorm, or Estepona combining yield and growth. EUR 300,000-450,000: Costa Blanca North or mid-range Costa del Sol for lifestyle plus moderate returns. EUR 450,000+: Javea, Moraira, or Marbella for capital appreciation with lower yields. Diversification across two regions reduces concentration risk.
Data Sources and Updates
All data on this page is sourced from the Avena Terminal database of 1,881 new build properties across 100 towns. Property data is collected daily via automated web scraping and developer XML feeds. Investment scores, yield estimates, and hedonic pricing models are updated continuously. For property-level data, visit the main terminal at avenaterminal.com. For methodology details, see our methodology page.