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Almost four in ten purchases by foreigners – Who still owns Mallorca?

Housing pressure in Santa Catalina and Portixol neighborhoods

Local scenes in Santa Catalina and Portixol reveal rising rents and changing communities.

Published: November 05, 2026
Almost four in ten purchases by foreigners – Who still owns Mallorca?

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What does housing pressure in Santa Catalina and Portixol reveal about Mallorca's neighborhoods?

In Santa Catalina, morning market chatter about rising rents and in Passeig de Mallorca’s cranes and luxury facades signal changing neighborhoods. These scenes illustrate how demand concentrates in popular areas and affects affordability for tradespeople and residents alike. The changes are daily reminders of the broader housing squeeze on the island.

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