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Housing Dream Out of Reach: Why Young People in the Balearic Islands Hardly Move Out

How Short-Term Rentals Add Pressure to Mallorca’s Housing Market

Holiday rentals reduce long-term supply in Mallorca and make local housing more expensive.

Published: April 23, 2026
Housing Dream Out of Reach: Why Young People in the Balearic Islands Hardly Move Out

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How do short-term rental apartments affect housing in Mallorca?

Short-term rental apartments reduce the number of homes available for long-term residents in Mallorca, especially in popular neighborhoods. That puts extra pressure on rents and makes it harder for young people and local families to find stable housing. The effect is strongest where holiday demand is high and supply is already tight.

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