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"They want to drive us out": Longstanding residents in Santa Catalina against alleged investor

What the Santa Catalina Dispute Reveals About Gentrification in Mallorca

The Santa Catalina dispute highlights how tourist rentals and speculation can reshape everyday life in Mallorca.

Published: April 22, 2026
"They want to drive us out": Longstanding residents in Santa Catalina against alleged investor

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What does the Santa Catalina dispute say about gentrification in Mallorca?

The Santa Catalina dispute shows that gentrification is not only about rising prices or large developments, but also about how everyday life changes for residents in individual buildings. In Mallorca, it can involve tourist rentals, speculative ownership and slow enforcement that leaves longtime neighbours feeling pushed aside. The wider issue is whether residential communities can still hold their place in central neighbourhoods.

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