Catalonia's capital attracts global talent and tourism, keeping prices on an upward trajectory despite rent controls.
Barcelona is 16% below the European average of €6,560/m² and 34% above the Spain average of €4,100/m².
At €5,500/m², it takes 2.8 months of the average local net salary (€2,000/mo) to purchase one square meter. Prices are currently rising at 5.1% year-over-year.