Villas and houses for sale in Costa Brava

Villas for sale in Costa Brava

The Barcelona.Realestate aggregator offers over 96 listings for users looking to buy a house in Costa Brava, Spain. The extensive catalogue includes both compact townhouses and spacious 4-bedroom villas, as well as larger units. Use the advanced search system to find a suitable option and complete the contact form to get in touch with an agency or developer directly and discuss the transaction.

Types of houses in Costa Brava

The market of property in Costa Brava includes:

• Townhouses: Properties are connected by shared walls in small residential terraces and are often situated in gated communities near the coastline. Layouts typically consist of two or three storeys, with access to a terrace or a small garden.
• Villas: Detached houses with private plots, swimming pools and multiple terraces overlooking the sea or natural landscapes. Floor plans typically feature spacious living areas, panoramic windows and a clear separation between living and private zones.
• Historic houses: Traditional Catalan homes with thick stone walls and distinctive architecture, often located in old quarters or rural areas. These properties are characterised by large rooms and high ceilings and usually require adaptation to meet modern comfort standards.

Advantages of buying villas in Costa Brava

The cost of villas in Costa Brava continues to rise steadily due to active buyer demand driven by the following:

• Prestige: Villas along the Catalan Mediterranean coast are regarded as “second homes” for affluent European buyers. The region is associated with private leisure activities, yachting culture, fine dining (Michelin-starred restaurants in Girona and Empordà) and protected natural landscapes. This lifestyle creates sustained demand for exclusive sea-view properties and a willingness to pay a premium for prime locations, directly supporting liquidity and long-term value appreciation.
• Privacy and low-density living: Private homes are situated in areas with few neighbours and no high-rise buildings. This is especially common in prestigious locations such as Begur, Tossa de Mar and Platja d’Aro, where safety and tranquillity are maintained.
• Environmental quality: The region is free of heavy industry, boasts clean seas, and includes a significant share of protected natural areas, such as Cap de Creus and the coastal Camí de Ronda routes. Owning a home here allows residents to fully enjoy the landscape of gardens, terraces, panoramic views and proximity to nature without urban congestion.
• Comfortable conditions for permanent residence: The area includes kindergartens, international schools and major hospitals such as Hospital de Palamós and Hospital de Figueres, supermarkets like Mercadona and Carrefour, cafes and restaurants, along with a well-developed transport network connecting the region with Girona and Barcelona.

Best places to buy villa in Costa Brava

The best areas for buying a villa in Costa Brava:

Investment villa in Costa Brava

As of early 2026, the average price per square metre in the region was about EUR 3,700, notably higher than the average for Girona province (EUR 2,657), highlighting the premium nature of coastal housing. Prices of a house for sale in Costa Brava, especially near beaches, can exceed EUR 4,000–EUR 7,000 per square meter.

In December 2025, residential property prices in Girona province increased 9.2% year-on-year. In Begur, prices rose 6%, in Lloret de Mar by 2%, and in Tossa de Mar by 1.3%. The popularity of townhouses and villas in Costa Brava for investment and personal use continues to grow due to the following factors:

• An influx of foreign buyers: Sea-view properties and homes in gated private communities traditionally attract buyers from the Netherlands, Germany, France and Belgium.
• Limited new supply: Strict environmental and urban planning regulations virtually eliminate large-scale development on the first coastline, resulting in a shortage of land for new townhouses and villas.
• Stable rental income: Average rental yields for houses range from 3% to 6.26% per year. Short-term rentals of coastal properties may generate higher returns during the tourist season.

Trends and forecast for villa prices in Costa Brava

Analysts anticipate continued positive long-term price trends for houses, with growth rates differing based on location, property quality and new supply availability. In 2026, villa prices with sea views are projected to rise by 8–11%, while townhouses are expected to increase by 5–8%. This trend is supported by:

• continued supply shortages;
• stable demand from buyers in Northern and Western Europe;
• strong transport accessibility and ongoing infrastructure development.