The Spanish residential market continues to show a quick pace in certain areas. During the third quarter of 2025, 13% of the homes sold were closed within less than seven days of being listed—an indicator that remains stable compared to the same period in 2024.

Additionally, 21% of transactions were completed between one week and one month; 26% between one and three months; and 32% of properties took between three months and a year to sell. Only 8% remained on the market for over 12 months.

Capital cities lead in fastest sales

Among the cities with greatest speed are Ávila (28%), Granada (24%), Segovia and Pamplona (22%), and Málaga and Madrid, with 19% and 18% respectively. In those locations, sustained demand and a shortage of certain home types mean that well‑priced, well-located properties tend to sell very quickly.

In the case of Alicante, even though the proportion of homes sold in less than a week is 11%, the province continues to rank among the most attractive markets on the Mediterranean coast. Its blend of good climate, services, connectivity and lifestyle continues to lure both domestic and international buyers. Moreover, renovated properties with favorable location and competitive prices tend to sell faster than average.

Where is it harder to sell quickly?

Zamora, Ourense, Logroño or Lugo are among the provinces showing the lowest incidence of “express” sales, with rates between 2% and 7%. This may reflect lower demand pressure or more seasonal/specialized markets.

Uneven evolution across provinces

While regions like Granada (23%), Guadalajara (18%) or Navarra (17%) stand out with high express-sale figures, other areas show longer times on market. It’s crucial to note that sales speed depends on many factors: the precise location, the local economic situation, buyer profiles, and property quality.

The current snapshot of Spain’s real estate market reveals a dual behavior. In some cities and provinces activity is high and sales move fast. In others, where demand is more muted, properties stay longer on the market. Thus, understanding local conditions and tailoring each sales strategy to the market is essential. In this context of general stabilization, relying on up-to-date data and reasoned decisions will be key for buyers, sellers and investors who wish to act intelligently in the coming months.

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