Lately, with the weather getting warmer, I’ve been dreaming of having my own little yard in the countryside, growing some flowers, and escaping the city hustle on weekends. So, I started browsing for rural properties in Spain online, setting a realistic budget of around €150,000. At first, I thought I wouldn’t find anything decent with this budget, but after looking around, I was pleasantly surprised!
My search has mainly focused on regions like Andalusia, Galicia, and Castile and León. Rural property prices in these areas are much more affordable. For example, I saw a house in the mountains near Granada for about €130,000. It came with a small olive grove, and the house itself was an old stone building that needed some renovation, but the structure looked very solid. This type of house has a lot of character, but it does require some effort and investment to fix up.
At the €150,000 price point, you need to have realistic expectations about the property’s condition. Most of them are not brand new, move-in ready homes. I’ve summarized the main types of properties I’ve come across:
Property Types and Characteristics
Common Types
| Type | Characteristics | Pros | Cons |
|---|
| Old Stone House for Renovation | Solid structure, full of history | Low price, great potential for renovation | Requires additional budget and time for renovation |
| Village Townhouse | Located in a village, has neighbors | Convenient living with basic services | Small or no yard |
| Detached House with a Small Plot of Land | Good privacy, land for cultivation | A true countryside living experience | Can be remote, higher maintenance costs |
| Mobile/Prefabricated House | Quick to build, modern design | Controllable cost, lower energy consumption | Land classification may have building restrictions |
Personally, I’m leaning towards a detached house with a small piece of land, even if the house is older and needs some DIY work. A few days ago, I saw a place near Lugo for just over €140,000. The house was 120 square meters with about 2,000 square meters of land, and there was even an old well in the yard. That’s the kind of vibe I’m looking for! Although Galicia is rainier, it’s incredibly green, and the air quality is amazing. The downside is that it’s a bit far from big cities, so for most amenities, you have to drive to a nearby town. For someone seeking absolute tranquility in their country houses, this could actually be a plus. I wonder if anyone else on the forum is looking at this type of property? We could exchange experiences, or if you’ve encountered any pitfalls you could share? I feel like my search is a bit limited doing it all on my own.
