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Why Are So Many Vacation Rentals Disappearing from Mallorca's Market? A Reality Check

How Illegal Holiday Rentals Distort Mallorca’s Market

Unregistered holiday rentals can distort Mallorca’s figures and continue to pressure housing and neighbourhoods.

Published: April 23, 2026
Why Are So Many Vacation Rentals Disappearing from Mallorca's Market? A Reality Check

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How can illegal holiday rentals affect Mallorca’s market?

Illegal rentals can make the official numbers look better than the reality on the ground. They may keep pressure on neighbourhoods, housing supply and prices even when registered listings fall. For residents and municipalities, that means the real market can be harder to understand and harder to manage.

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