The shortage of affordable housing in Mallorca leaves offers like a 22 m² studio in Rafal Vell, Palma, for 890 euros per month. It is the cheapest flat in the Balearic capital, according to Idealista.
A 22 square meter flat in the Palma neighbourhood of Rafal Vell has become the cheapest rental in the entire Balearic capital. The real estate agency Idealista offers it for 890 euros per month, plus an additional 100 euros if a parking space is desired. The bed is built into the wall and unfolds at night, turning the only room into a bedroom.
A disheartening search across the island
For those looking for a flat for less than 1,000 euros, the options in Mallorca are minimal and often discouraging. Most listings show properties that do not exceed 50 square meters, with only one bedroom and, in many cases, only available for seasonal rental. Families with children find it even more difficult: below that price, options are almost non-existent.
In Sant Llorenç, the cheapest rental on the island appears: a studio between 22 and 30 square meters (the dimensions vary according to the part of the listing) for 700 euros per month, but with additional fixed costs of 100 euros per person and only as a seasonal residence. This means it is not suitable for year-round living.
Alternatives in the interior of Mallorca
For 800 euros, a studio can be found in the centre of Manacor measuring 104 square meters, although only 50 are usable. In Mancor de la Vall, there is a 40 square meter apartment for the same price, but without included utilities and no pets allowed. Also in Sant Llorenç, there are seasonal options for 800 euros: a 40 m² studio and a 42 m² apartment.
For those needing two bedrooms, the options drastically reduce. The cheapest on Idealista is a 40 square meter prefabricated house in a "wooded area" of Vilafranca for 850 euros per month. In Palma, there is absolutely nothing available with two bedrooms for less than 1,000 euros.
The outlook, in the absence of measures to increase the supply of affordable housing, does not invite optimism. Anyone looking for a roof over their head in Mallorca will need to arm themselves with patience and, likely, a higher budget than they expected. The next time someone complains about the size of their flat, they might remember that for 890 euros, some live in 22 square meters and are grateful for it.
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