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Madrid is now Europe's top luxury real estate market. And it's triggering a secondary wave most investors aren't tracking. Here's what the data shows: ↳ Spain's economy is projected to grow 2.7% this year, outpacing most of Europe. According to the Spanish government's revised GDP forecast announced by Minister for Economy Carlos Cuerpo on September 16, 2025, this growth trajectory positions Spain ahead of most European economies. 📊 Luxury property supply rose 7% as demand surged. But here's the problem: ↳ There aren't enough properties being built. High-net-worth buyers are circling. We can't keep pace. This isn't speculation. It's market mechanics. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ And here's what happens next: When millionaires move to Madrid, they don't just buy one property. They look for second homes within reach. • Weekend escapes • Holiday retreats • Better weather ↳ All within 3-4 hours of their Madrid base. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ That's where the Costa Blanca becomes strategic. ✓ Close enough to Madrid ✓ 300 days of sunshine ✓ Everything high-end buyers expect is already here This secondary demand wave is already hitting Las Colinas. The same buyers establishing themselves in Madrid are now looking at Costa Blanca. They want proximity without the city. Lifestyle without compromise. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Why Las Colinas? ↳ Right on the Costa Blanca where buyers want to be ↳ Award-winning golf resort that draws serious buyers ↳ Very few new properties coming to market The clients I work with aren't chasing trends. They're getting in early while there's still opportunity. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Spain's luxury real estate window won't stay open forever. 📊 The data says act now. ⏱️ The shortage says move fast. I've seen enough cycles to know: ↳ The best opportunities don't announce themselves loudly. They show up in the numbers first. ↳ FOLLOW John Uppard for more insights on life at Las Colinas. ✉️ SUBSCRIBE to my newsletter "The Insider" for my personal view inside Las Colinas: https://lnkd.in/dKac7_Vj

🌟 Luxury Real Estate in Costa del Sol Expands, Driven by Foreign Investment The luxury housing market in the Costa del Sol has consolidated its strength in the first half of 2025, defying the global slowdown in real estate 🌍. According to Keller Williams, Marbella and Benahavís lead the way, fueled by strong international demand and scarce supply in the most exclusive areas. ✨ Marbella: prime hotspot for investors Sales volumes in early 2025 exceeded 2024 levels 📈. Both prices and transaction numbers keep rising. Alfonso Jiménez (Keller Williams Luxury) highlights Marbella’s quality of life, security, connectivity, and professionalism as key strengths. Yet, supply shortages—especially in the Golden Mile—are driving prices further upward. 🏡 Benahavís: stabilization phase After years of exceptional growth, Benahavís shows signs of stabilization. Analysts describe this as a natural correction, consolidating the market rather than weakening it. 🌎 International demand: the engine Buyers from the UK, Germany, Netherlands, and Nordic countries continue to drive the market. They seek: ✔️ Unique beachfront locations 🏖️ ✔️ World-class services & amenities 🏊♂️ ✔️ Stable, safe economic & social environment ⚖️ With ECB interest rates stabilizing, luxury buyers rely more on trust, security, and exclusivity than on financing. 🚀 Outlook: sustained growth Scarce new developments will keep pushing prices in top enclaves. Still, Costa del Sol’s premium positioning ensures a horizon of steady expansion. 💡 Keller Williams concludes: “The Costa del Sol luxury housing market not only withstands the global slowdown but shows clear signs of expansion, driven by international demand and institutional solidity.” 🌟 Considering entering this thriving market? Whether it’s a Marbella villa, an Estepona apartment, or an investment in Benahavís—trust Sunshine Immo. We connect you with the most exclusive properties on the Costa del Sol, combining lifestyle, value, and long-term growth. #CostaDelSol #Marbella #Benahavís #LuxuryRealEstate #InvestInSpain #SunshineImmo

According to newly published data from Idealista.com/news, Mallorca’s luxury property market continues to stand out with historic price records and robust demand. TL;DR: High-end real estate prices in Mallorca and across Southern Europe are climbing, offering both challenges and opportunities for buyers and investors. Key insights: - Sant Josep in Ibiza and Costa d’En Blanes in Mallorca both surpassed €9,200/m2, reaching historic highs. - In Calvià -Mallorca-, 11 out of 13 districts are now above €6,000/m2, with Portals Nous – Bendinat and Cas Catala – Illetes exceeding €8,200/m2. - Madrid’s Salamanca district leads Spain at €9,868/m2, up 22.5% year-on-year. - Across Europe, Milan’s Centro Storico tops the list at over €10,776/m2. In Portugal, Almancil -Algarve- saw a notable 23.5% price jump. For prospective investors and home buyers, these figures highlight how demand for premium locations around Mallorca remains exceptionally strong. The upward momentum indicates a resilient market, ideal for those seeking long-term value and exclusivity. Vista Collection continues to monitor these trends to help clients make informed decisions in this dynamic market.

Even amid economic uncertainty, the luxury real estate sector is showing remarkable resilience in 2025. Properties priced above $10 million continue to move, with all-cash transactions becoming the new standard as buyers prioritize stability over leverage. Demand remains high for new construction and turnkey homes, while limited inventory continues to drive competition in top-tier markets. International interest is also accelerating, fueled by investment-based visa programs expected to bring over $350 billion into U.S. real estate. In cities like South Florida and Los Angeles, the luxury market isn’t slowing down, it’s redefining strength and exclusivity. #LuxuryRealEstate #MarketInsights #RealEstateTrends #SouthFloridaHomes #UltraLuxury

The Europe Luxury Residential Real Estate Market Report 2025-2033 forecasts the market to grow from $129.56 billion in 2024 to $183.29 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 3.93%. Key drivers include increasing global wealth, foreign investment, and demand for premium properties in urban and coastal European locales like Berlin, Paris, Milan, and London. The market thrives on sustainability, smart-home technology, and exclusivity. Despite regulatory and taxation challenges, high-end buyers value space, privacy, and adaptability. Foreign demand is bolstered by favorable exchange rates and residency programs, especially post-pandemic shifts prioritizing space and wellness.

Italy’s real estate market is attracting global attention and the data tells the story. Over the past year, Italian listings on ADVSR.ai have generated 14,000 page views, showing sustained buyer interest from multiple regions. The platform currently hosts 17 listings totaling ~€300M, with high-value properties spanning historic estates in Rome, luxury villas in Tuscany, and modern apartments in Milan. Key insights for advisors: Buyer interest is global: Significant traffic originates from international markets, highlighting opportunities to tap into cross-border demand. High-value listings perform: Properties over €10M are capturing proportionally higher engagement, demonstrating that luxury assets draw international attention. Collaboration drives reach: Advisors working together across borders amplify exposure, resulting in faster transactions and broader networks. ADVSR.ai is not just a listing platform it is a global collaboration network, connecting advisors with buyers and colleagues across continents. For professionals looking to expand into Italy, the platform provides unmatched visibility, actionable insights, and the ability to participate in a thriving international marketplace. Advisors: connect globally, leverage the data, and collaborate on Italian properties. Join ADVSR.ai today.

The Q2 Economic Report Published: Monaco Real Estate Market Mid-Year Highlights: 2025 is shaping up to be historic: 🏗️ Over 50 new-builds sold → worth around €2.5B (Mareterra units topping €100,000/m²). 🏡 Close to 240 resales → activity up over +35% YoY, surpassing €1.5B in value. Monaco continues to lead the global luxury property stage, well ahead of London, Paris, and Hong Kong. Would you call this the world’s ultimate real estate market? 💬👇 #MonacoRealEstate #LuxuryLiving #MarketTrends2025 #Mareterra #monacorealestate #monacolifestyle #monacolife #luxurylifestyle #mymontecarlo #monacoproperties #luxuryliving #monacoproperty #internationalrealestate #investment #monaco #montecarlo #frenchriviera #cotedazur #luxuryrealestate #immobilier #frenchproperty #propertyforsale #maisonavendre #dreamhome

Have you ever wondered why luxury property prices in Manhattan shift the way they do? 🏙️ Understanding these trends can really help make savvy real estate decisions. Here's what to focus on when looking for the best values in Manhattan luxury: 🔍 Neighborhood Changes: Buildings and amenities transform; each shift can affect property value. Stay updated on developments in different areas. 📈 Market Trends: Look at price trends over time. Some neighborhoods grow steadier than others. Patience pays off in the luxury market. 🤝 Local Factors: Schools, parks, transport, and even local businesses can make a neighborhood more desirable and boost property prices. Manhattan's luxury market is always on the move. It's exciting, but it helps to know what influences these changes. Share your thoughts: How do you spot value in the market?

Everyone in real estate says the same thing- Location, location, location. But in today’s luxury market, that’s outdated. I’ve seen $15M properties struggle to sell in prime locations. Meanwhile, $8M homes in secondary areas get snatched up in weeks. Why? Because the new location is lifestyle. -Buyers aren’t asking “Where is it?” -They’re asking “Does this property align with the life I want to broadcast?” For UHNWIs, a home is more than an asset, it’s a stage: ✨Does it create social currency? ✨Does it photograph well? ✨Does it tell the right story about me? That’s why: 🎯A villa near a private members’ club can outperform beachfront mansions. 🎯A penthouse with architectural character can outshine larger “luxury” condos. 🎯A boutique hotel with strong cultural identity can command higher loyalty than a global chain. Luxury isn’t about square footage or zip code anymore. It’s about identity capital!!! If you’re selling, marketing, or investing in luxury, stop thinking “location.” Start thinking “lifestyle leverage.” #LuxuryRealEstate #LuxuryLifestyle #LuxuryMarketing #RealEstateInvesting #HospitalityIndustry #WealthManagement #LuxuryHotels #PropertyInvestment #HighNetWorth #RealEstateMarketing #LuxuryLiving #BrandStrategy

💰 Why Properties Under €500,000 Now Outperform the Luxury Segment I’ve been watching a clear shift in the Tenerife real estate market — and across Spain. Mid-range properties are quietly becoming the new gold. Here’s why 👇 1️⃣ Liquidity wins. Units under €500,000 sell and rent out faster. They attract both local buyers and foreign investors — meaning less time on the market, more stability, and quicker returns. 2️⃣ Higher ROI potential. Luxury properties may look impressive, but their maintenance, taxes, and slower occupancy cut into profits. Meanwhile, mid-range apartments in good areas can generate 5–7% annual yield without the extra headaches. 3️⃣ Flexible exit strategy. Need to sell? There’s always demand for quality homes in this price bracket. It’s the sweet spot between affordability and long-term value. In 2025, smart investors aren’t chasing “prestige.” They’re chasing performance — and it’s often found below the luxury line. 👉 If you want to know which areas in Tenerife still offer double-digit potential, let’s connect. We help investors find assets that work in real life, not just look good on paper.