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Student rental markets in Spain and Portugal face high demand
The rental market for shared student accommodation in Spain and Portugal is experiencing significant shifts in supply and demand. In Spain, the availability of rooms in shared apartments increased by 12% during the second quarter of 2026, while the national average price rose slightly to 425 euros per month. Barcelona remains the most expensive city for room rentals at 600 euros, followed by Madrid and Palma at 550 euros. Conversely, cities like Granada and Alicante have seen price decreases.
In Portugal, the market presents a paradox where increased supply in cities like Lisbon, Porto, and Coimbra has not led to lower rents. Lisbon remains the most expensive destination with average monthly costs around 550 euros. While the number of available rooms has grown in several Portuguese academic hubs, demand has surged significantly, particularly in Coimbra and Porto, keeping prices stable or driving them upward.
Across both regions, the trend toward shared housing is being driven by the high cost of full apartment rentals and a growing preference among students and young professionals for more affordable, flexible living arrangements.
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Barcelona · Bilbao · HousingAnywhere · Idealista · Lisbon · Madrid · Portugal · Spain
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Valencia student rents are expected to rise by 10% to 15% in the upcoming academic year.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Student rental prices in Valencia have doubled over the last five years.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] In León, shared room prices rose 7% year-on-year to approximately 300 euros monthly. www.lanuevacronica.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Average rent in Porto has reached 430 euros, an increase from the previous year. www.portugal.fr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] University residence costs range from 780 to 920 euros, sometimes exceeding 1,000 euros. www.lanuevacronica.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Renting a room in Lisbon costs approximately 500 euros per month. www.portugal.fr