On September 25, the INE published provisional data on registered home sales for July 2026. Across Spain, there were 61,417 transactions, a 5.1% decrease compared to July 2025. The Valencian Community showed an annual variation of −8.6%. These figures are useful for perspective, but they alone do not fully describe the market on a particular street in Torrevieja or in a development in Orihuela Costa.
What this statistic really measures
The statistic counts transfers registered at the land registry. The deeds may have been signed before the month of registration. For this reason, the July data does not include all purchase decisions made in that month. It also does not measure sale prices, the time it takes for a home to find a buyer, or the specific demand in each area.
According to the same report, 78.4% of the homes sold and registered in Spain were resale properties, and 21.6% were new builds. The annual comparison is provisional, and the INE notes that they will revise the 2026 data. It's best to review the trend over several months and together with other indicators before drawing conclusions.
What it means for those looking to buy or sell here
A drop in the number of transactions does not mean that all homes have decreased in price. In the southern Costa Blanca, location, condition, maintenance costs, documentation, and asking price remain decisive for each property. A regional average does not replace a comparison between truly similar homes in the same area.
- If you are buying, define your full budget and compare homes with equivalent features and locations. You can start with our buyer’s guide.
- If you are selling, review your documentation and compare your price with similar current listings. Our seller’s guide and the valuation tool can help you plan your next steps.
- If a figure concerns you, ask what it measures, which area it refers to, and whether it concerns transactions, prices, or advertised homes.
At MAYRASA, we prefer to first look at your individual case and the immediate environment of the property. Statistics provide context; a calm decision also requires comparable data, viewings, and a review of the details that matter to you.
Source and scope: INE’s Property Rights Transfer Statistics, July 2026, published September 25, 2026. This information is general and does not constitute personalised financial, tax, or legal advice.
