# Youth housing and living cost crisis in South America and Sp > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/youth-housing-and-living-cost-crisis-in-south-america-and-sp > Updated: 2026-10-22T23:47:29.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. Rising housing costs and living expenses are creating significant barriers for students and young adults across several regions. In Spain, specifically Huelva, rental prices rose by 13% as of September 2026, forcing students to choose between living with parents, sharing rooms, or enduring long commutes. In Argentina, the situation has led to academic disruptions, with some students pausing their studies due to rent costs. Economic data indicates a significant trend of young people returning to family homes; approximately 140,000 individuals aged 18 to 29 did so between 2023 and 2026. This shift is attributed to a 387.9% increase in the consumption basket for those living alone and a 637.9% rise in housing and utility costs since late 2023. In Uruguay, high rental prices in Montevideo are similarly impacting youth, with basic studio apartments costing as much as the national minimum wage. Officials have acknowledged that access to housing remains a “real and distressing difficulty” for the younger population. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-22: Economic pressures hinder youth independence in Argentina and Uruguay Rising housing costs, high utility prices, and unemployment are preventing young adults in Argentina and Uruguay from achieving financial independence and moving into their own homes. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/economic-pressures-hinder-youth-independence-in-argentina-and-uruguay ### 2026-10-10: Housing costs impact university students in Spain and Argentina Rising rental prices and housing shortages are forcing university students in Spain and Argentina to commute long distances or temporarily pause their studies due to financial strain. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/housing-costs-impact-university-students-in-spain-and-argentina --- Cite as: Youth housing and living cost crisis in South America and Sp. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/youth-housing-and-living-cost-crisis-in-south-america-and-sp