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How to build a house in Spain
To build a house in Spain is not a dream, but a real way to comfort, freedom and a profitable investment. But where to start? Buy a plot of land? Hire an architect? Get a license? Or maybe just buy a house on the secondary market and renovate it?
Experiences, figures, pitfalls and solutions
Experiences, figures, pitfalls and solutions
We have gathered everything that those who really want to build their home in Spain need to know. This article answers the most popular queries:
- how to build a house in Spain yourself,
- house designs in Spain,
- construction in Spain,
- price for building a house in Spain
and much more.
Recycling or building from scratch - what's the difference?
Most often our clients come to us with a dilemma:
Buy an old house and renovate it or build a new one to suit themselves and their needs?
At first glance, the secondary market seems easier: the house is already standing, you don’t have to wait. But as soon as the repair begins, the shock comes. A house for 350.000 €, in which they planned to make up for 500 €/m², in reality requires 1.000-1.500 €/m².
100 m² = another +150.000 € minimum.
And you are still living in an old house – with outdated electrics, cold floors, bad planning and “surprises” from the previous owners.
Plus the cost of rent for the time of repair. Plus constant supervision of the crew. Plus the risk that someone will have to kick out or sue.
New homes from the builder - only pretty in the photo?
You may be surprised, but even new houses (obra nueva en España) are often built not for living, but for sale. A beautiful facade, that’s all. Inside:
– Gaps in the windows and doors
– Weak wiring that kicks out the circuit breakers.
– 1 outlet per kitchen
– Bathroom in the corner with no ventilation.
– No heating
– Blowing from under the floor even in summer
And when you start living, it turns out that you will have to… make repairs.
What our company really offers
Avtonomov & Co Real Estate is not only construction, it is complex support of clients at all stages:
✔ Site selection with license (solar con licencia)
✔ Verification of communications (agua, electricidad, alcantarillado)
✔ Designs of houses in Spain for all styles: from modern to classic.
✔ Development and submission of the project architect (colegiado en Colegio de Arquitectos)
✔ Obtaining a building license (licencia de obra)
✔ Approval by the municipality (ayuntamiento)
✔ Personal control of time, quality and budget
Why you won't be building for 3 years with us
Many people think: “Construction in Spain is a minimum of 2-3 years”. This is a myth.
In fact, a house can be built between 8 and 12 months, including:
✔ approvals and design (up to 3 months)
✔ ordering and delivery of materials
✔ construction
✔ decoration, furnishing, connection of utilities
✔ commissioning
We strictly comply with the law, which states that the project approval period should not exceed 90 days. If it is exceeded, we officially submit a request and seek a decision.
What kind of houses we build
You can choose any format:
✔ Frame house from board 44 with insulation – ready in 1-2 months
✔ SIP-panels – from 4 to 6 months
✔ LSTK with SLC technology – strong, warm, like concrete – can be built in 8 months
✔ Concrete and block houses (bloques prefabricados) – 6 to 8 months on average.
Each technology is proven. We have specialized teams and architects for each type.
Smart home and turnkey equipment
During the project phase, we lay down:
✔ A smart home system (smart home España)
✔ Lights, sensors, access control, presence simulation.
✔ Protection against ocupas
✔ Connection to the police
✔ Remote control of the house from your phone
We also do complete the house completely – furniture, kitchen, appliances, finishing, plumbing, tiles – all you choose from our catalog and get ready.
How everything happens step by step
You contact us – we discuss goals, budget, desires
We select a plot or check yours
We conclude the contract and receive 10% from you.
The architect develops the project and submits it to the government.
While the approval process is going on, we are already preparing the materials.
We start construction
Finishing is done, communications are connected
Receive occupancy permit (cédula de habitabilidad)
You get a fully finished house with keys
How much it costs to build a house in Spain: price 2025
Prices depend on technology, site and equipment:
✔ from 1.300 €/m² – basic equipment;
✔ from 1.500 €/m² – furnished;
✔ from 3.500 €/m² – with furniture, smart home, design solutions.
For comparison: an apartment in Valencia costs from 4.000 to 10.000 €/m² and does not give you a plot, freedom of planning or autonomy.
Why building with us is the smart choice
✔ Term – up to 12 months, not 3 years
✔ Price – from 1.300 €/m², not 5.000 €/m² as with the developer
✔ Freedom – the house is designed for you
✔ Reliability – you do not get lost in bureaucracy, everything is done by us
✔ Turnkey – move in and live
Do you want to build your home in Spain? Write us and we will send you a catalog of projects and calculations.
If you have any questions,
Please contact us
