Arona, a municipality in southern Tenerife with a population of approximately 80,000, stands out among the other Canary Islands as a key tourist hub. Some tourists are looking to buy homes for permanent residence, while others are looking to invest in local real estate. This has increased demand for homes for sale in Arona, especially among foreigners.
Buying Villas in Arona, Spain
The purchase of a house or villa is registered with the Property Registry of Arona, with a mandatory check for encumbrances. For foreigners, the process is simplified after obtaining an NIE (Numeró de Identificación de Extranjero), but involves additional costs—10–12% of the purchase price for taxes and notary fees. Other features:
- Views of the Atlantic. Houses for sale in Arona are built with terraces facing the ocean.
- Private swimming pools. Due to the rare but intense rainfall (150 mm/year), local villas come with swimming pools by default.
- Green architecture. The surrounding area looks more like a garden with palm trees and shrubs.
The Cost of a House in Arona
Prices for houses in Arona increased by 25-30% between 2022 and 2025, primarily due to the influx of tourists. In August 2025, the average price per square meter exceeded €3,740, but in coastal areas, prices are 15-25% higher. Off-season, specifically in the winter months, prices drop by 5%.
Average house price in Arona:
| Type of house |
Average price (2022, €)
|
Average price (2023, €)
|
Average price (2024–2025, €) |
| Villa |
380 000 |
420 000 |
480 000 |
| Castle |
900 000 |
1.05 million |
1.2 million |
| Cottage |
250 000 |
280 000 |
320 000 |
| Townhouse |
200 000 |
230 000 |
270 000 |
| Chalet |
320 000 |
360 000 |
410 000 |
| Duplex |
180 000 |
210 000 |
250 t000 |
| Bungalow |
150 000 |
180 000 |
210 000 |
| House by the sea |
280 000 |
320 000 |
370 000 |
Popular Areas for Buying a House in Arona
The most popular area in Arona is Playa de las Américas. It's a tourist hub with seven beaches and over 200 bars. This area accounts for up to 40% of Tenerife's sales.
Other popular areas:
- Los Cristianos. Port area with a 2km promenade and daily whale watching excursions.
- Costa del Silencio. Volcanic diving bays (depth 30 m), 30% of the properties are bungalows with gardens. Prices are relatively affordable, starting from €3,000/m².
- Palm Mar. An elite marina with 300 yachts and spa facilities. About half of the properties are luxury villas.
- Chayofa. These neighborhoods are popular with foreigners and their families for permanent residence. The main building units are cottages with a 500-square-meter private garden.
