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Rental-price madness for shared rooms: Why a room in Mallorca has become almost a luxury

Why More Renters Are Leaving Central Palma

High rents in Palma are pushing many residents to look farther away for a room they can afford.

Published: April 22, 2026
Rental-price madness for shared rooms: Why a room in Mallorca has become almost a luxury

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Why are people in Mallorca moving farther away from Palma to find housing?

Many renters can no longer afford to live close to the city centre, so they look for rooms in surrounding villages or less central areas. That often means longer commutes, fuller buses in the morning and less flexibility in everyday life.

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