Barcelona, March 4 – The price of housing in Barcelona reached 5,144 euros per square meter in February 2026, according to data released by idealista. This figure represents a marginal monthly decrease of 0.1% but keeps the city close to its all-time high of 5,148 euros/m² recorded in January.
Barcelona’s Housing Market: A Closer Look
Over the last quarter, prices have risen by 1.1%, and the annual increase stands at 8.3%, solidifying the upward trend in Barcelona’s residential market. This growth is notable, especially when compared to the national average.
Barcelona vs. National Average
While Barcelona’s prices hover around 5,200 euros/m², the national average in Spain was 2,673 euros/m² in February, significantly lower than the Catalan capital. However, the national growth rate is more intense:
- +0.9% monthly
- +2.6% quarterly
- +17.7% annually
The annual increase across Spain more than doubles that of Barcelona, indicating a more rapid expansion in other parts of the country’s housing markets.
District-by-District Breakdown: Where to Buy in Barcelona
Most Expensive Districts
Sarrià-Sant Gervasi leads the ranking as the most expensive district, also experiencing one of the highest annual increases:
- Sarrià-Sant Gervasi: 6,949 euros/m² (+14.2% annually)
- Eixample: 6,363 euros/m² (+8.7% annually)
- Les Corts: 6,274 euros/m² (+10.7% annually)
- Gràcia: 5,453 euros/m² (+7.0% annually)
Most Affordable Districts
Nou Barris remains the most affordable option, despite a significant annual price surge:
- Nou Barris: 2,976 euros/m² (+14.5% annually)
- Sant Andreu: 3,787 euros/m² (+9.1% annually)
- Horta Guinardó: 3,908 euros/m² (+9.8% annually)
- Sants-Montjuïc: 4,496 euros/m² (+8.6% annually)
Key Market Takeaways for Barcelona
- The city is just 0.1% below its historical price peak.
- Sarrià-Sant Gervasi is the most expensive district and among those with the highest growth (+14.2%).
- Nou Barris shows the highest annual increase (+14.5%) despite being the most economical.
- Several districts, including Eixample, Gràcia, Horta Guinardó, Nou Barris, Sants-Montjuïc, and Sarrià-Sant Gervasi, reached record prices in February.
- Barcelona’s annual growth (+8.3%) is solid but considerably lower than the national average (+17.7%).
For a comprehensive analysis, including historical data and detailed district breakdowns, refer to the official report published by idealista.
Considering the market is near historical highs and several districts are setting new records, your property might have appreciated in value recently. You can verify this for free using idealista’s online valuation tool.
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Source: idealista.com
