Property in Gran Canaria

Come and discover the charm of Gran Canaria! With sunshine all year round, spectacular beaches and a wide choice of leisure activities, the island offers a very pleasant quality of life. From a modern seafront apartment to a traditional house inland, our selection covers every profile. We support your property purchase at every step: targeted search, tailored viewings and paperwork follow-up, to help you find the property that truly matches your expectations and your lifestyle.
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Why invest in property in Gran Canaria?

Gran Canaria combines a lively capital, beaches, varied landscapes and solid infrastructure for a long-term move.
Colourful facades and boats moored in a marina in the Valencian Community
An exceptional location
Gran Canaria enjoys an exceptional location, with easy access to well-known beaches, varied landscapes and a lively tourist scene. The mild, sunny climate means outdoor activities all year round, from water sports to mountain hiking. This setting appeals both to buyers looking for a main home and to those looking for a second home. The range of properties, from modern apartments and seafront villas to traditional houses in the villages, means you can find a home that suits your project while enjoying a very pleasant quality of life.
An island paradise to live in
Living in Gran Canaria means enjoying an atmosphere that supports well-being: mild winters, little rainfall and many sunny days encourage an outdoor lifestyle. The air quality is known to be good, which makes for a healthy environment for families and sensitive people. The cost of living remains attractive compared with other destinations, and the local regulatory framework offers favourable tax conditions. Together, these make the island especially pleasant for settling long term or spending long periods.
The best neighbourhoods to live in
Gran Canaria offers varied neighbourhoods for every lifestyle. Maspalomas appeals with its dunes and beach-resort feel, Playa del Inglés attracts those looking for nightlife and entertainment, while Meloneras offers a more exclusive and refined seafront setting. Las Palmas, the capital, combines city energy, culture and services. Puerto Rico and Puerto de Mogán appeal to water sports lovers and families thanks to their harbours and sheltered beaches. San Agustín and Agaete suit buyers looking for peace and authenticity.

Our solutions for your property project in Spain

Every journey is unique. So is every goal. That is why we offer two packages to suit your needs: full purchase support, from the search to the signing, or legal due diligence on a property you have already found.
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You have already found the property. We secure the purchase, no viewings needed.
What is included:
Legal & administrative review
Contract checks
Technical inspections
Notary coordination
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Tailored search & viewings
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Price negotiation
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Full purchase support
From the search to the signing, viewings included.
What is included:
Legal & administrative review
Contract checks
Technical inspections
Notary coordination
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Tailored search & viewings
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Price negotiation
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After-purchase support
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The nearest Alveo Search office to Gran Canaria

Calle Purissima, 5-33, 46001 Valencia
info@alveo.co
+34 961 12 76 66

Gran Canaria in figures

€3,130/m²
average asking price per m²
Idealista, July 2026 · province of Las Palmas
852,688
inhabitants
INE, 2021 · island of Gran Canaria
21.0 °C
average annual temperature
Open-Meteo, 2024
+11.0%
house prices over one year
INE, IPV Canary Islands, 2025

Where to buy in Gran Canaria? The areas to know

Puerto de Mogán
Puerto de Mogán is a charming harbour village in the south-west, known for its marina, flower-lined lanes and a calmer, more upmarket feel. Ideal for buyers looking for authentic Canarian life, fish restaurants and getting around on foot. Perfect for a refined second home or for retirees who want peace and quiet, with access to local services and boat links for day trips.
Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés
Maspalomas and Playa del Inglés, in the south, are known for their dunes, golf courses and tourist offer. An ideal area for a second home or holiday lets, with shopping centres, restaurants and leisure activities. You will find residential complexes, apartments in shared buildings and services designed for expats. Fairly close to the airport with an international feel, while still offering quieter areas for everyday life in the sun.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria (Las Canteras)
Las Palmas, and especially the Las Canteras seafront, offers city life with a beach, shops and services all year round. The area suits permanent residents and remote workers thanks to its infrastructure, schools and good transport links. A mix of modern apartments and traditional buildings, cultural life and promenades. Easy access to the historic centre (Vegueta) and to transport to the rest of the island.

What kind of properties can you find in Gran Canaria?

Finca
Rural fincas and small properties with land, ideal for peace and quiet, gardening or renovation projects.
House
Detached or village houses offering space and sometimes a garden, suited to families and year-round living.
Apartment
Apartments on the seafront, in town centres or in residential complexes with a pool and services, suited to low-maintenance living.
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Estimated buying costs for a €320,000 resale property in the Valencian Community: about €34,126, or 10.7% of the price.
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The property price, excluding costs. Add 10 to 15% in buying costs, depending on the region.

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How will you finance the purchase?

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The amount you put in without borrowing. Enter 0 if you are borrowing the full amount.

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What worries you most?

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Your contact speaks English, from the first call to the signing. We translate the documents and explain each step to you before you commit.

NIE, bank account, buyer's tax, document translation: our teams handle it for you, right up to signing at the notary's.

Our experts do the pre-viewings on site, on video with you. You only travel to sign, and we prepare a power of attorney if you cannot come.

Before any offer, we check the property: debts, charges, mortgages, planning, licences and community of owners. You know what you are buying.

The notary checks the formalities and the seller has their own lawyer. We bring in an independent lawyer who defends only your interests and checks the preliminary contract before you sign.

Search, viewings, negotiation, paperwork: we take care of it. You get a written report in English at each step and you keep control of the decisions.

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Optional. Constraints, wishes, timing: anything that helps narrow the search.

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The head of the office nearest to your project will call you within 24 working hours. He will go over your answers with you and give you a first view of your budget and the areas that match it.

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What happens next

  1. 1

    A first call

    To frame the project, the real budget including costs, and the timeline.

  2. 2

    A verified shortlist

    Properties chosen for you and checked before any offer: land registry, debts, planning.

  3. 3

    Viewings on site or by video

    Then the negotiation and the signing at the notary's, with the same English-speaking contact.

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Frequently asked questions about property in Gran Canaria

Can a foreign buyer purchase property in Gran Canaria?

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Yes. Spain places no nationality restrictions on buying property. You do, however, need an NIE, the foreigner identification number, which is required to sign at the notary's and to open a Spanish bank account. We handle this step as part of our support.

What costs should you budget for on top of the property price?

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As a rule, allow 10 to 15% of the asking price. This covers transfer tax (ITP) for a resale property or VAT for a new build, notary fees, land registry registration and administrative costs. Our online buying costs calculator gives a detailed estimate by region and type of property.

Do you need to be there in person to buy in Gran Canaria?

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No. Many of our clients buy from abroad. Viewings can be done by video call with a written report, and signing at the notary's is possible with a power of attorney. On site, we check what photos do not show: the real condition, the immediate surroundings, any nuisances, compliance.

What checks do you carry out before an offer?

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We check the property's legal status at the land registry, that there are no debts or unpaid charges, planning compliance, the state of the community of owners and whether the price is consistent with recent sales in the area. These checks take place before any offer, not after.

How long does it take to buy a property in Gran Canaria?

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From the first viewing to signing, it generally takes two to four months. The timing depends mainly on getting the NIE, any financing and the notary's availability. A cash purchase with a complete file can go faster.

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