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When Buyers Are Missing: Why Foreign Property Purchases in the Balearic Islands Are Shrinking

Short-term rentals and Mallorca’s housing stock

Tourist rentals reduce long-term stock and can push up prices in Mallorca.

Published: October 15, 2026
When Buyers Are Missing: Why Foreign Property Purchases in the Balearic Islands Are Shrinking

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How do short-term rentals affect Mallorca’s housing availability?

Short-term rentals use a portion of housing stock for tourism, which pushes prices up and reduces the long-term supply available to residents. This dynamic can tighten the market and alter affordability for local buyers.

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