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Small but in demand: Why 60 m² apartments are booming in Mallorca

How Flat Divisions Affect Mallorca’s Housing Shortage

Dividing older apartments can ease access for some buyers, but it may reduce family-sized housing in Mallorca.

Published: April 23, 2026
Small but in demand: Why 60 m² apartments are booming in Mallorca

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Does splitting older flats into smaller units help Mallorca’s housing shortage?

It can help some people find housing more easily, especially households that do not need much space. But it also reduces the supply of larger family homes, which can make the market tighter for households with children. For Mallorca, it is more of a partial response than a complete solution.

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