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Why Mallorca Is Getting Harder to Live in Year-Round

Tourism and short-term rentals are putting pressure on Mallorca’s housing market and long-term residents.

Published: April 23, 2026
When the island becomes a stage: who benefits, who is left out?

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Why is Mallorca becoming harder to afford for people who live there year-round?

A polished online image of Mallorca can push demand toward holiday rentals and investment properties, which often puts pressure on long-term housing. When more homes are treated as short-term accommodation, rents can rise and local residents may struggle to stay in the neighbourhoods where they work and live.

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