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Balearic Islands: More guests in private homes — friendship or black market?

How Short-Term Renting Affects Housing in Mallorca

Short-term rentals in Mallorca can tighten housing supply, raise rents and add pressure to local services and neighbourhoods.

Published: April 22, 2026
Balearic Islands: More guests in private homes — friendship or black market?

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Does short-term renting affect housing costs in Mallorca?

Yes, it can. When more homes are used for short-term tourism, there may be less housing available for long-term residents, which can push rents higher and make neighbourhoods less stable. Local communities in Mallorca also feel the pressure through waste, cleaning needs and more frequent changes in the building population.

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