The Southern European real estate market demonstrated strong resilience and momentum in 2025, with combined investment volumes across Italy, Spain, and Portugal exceeding €27.4 Billion, marking a +19% year-on-year increase. The market continues to be driven by Hospitality and Retail, supported by solid fundamentals, robust tourism demand, and evolving consumer behaviour. The Industrial & Logistics sector showed a clear trend of recovery and consolidation, underpinned by strong demand for high-quality assets and a persistent shortage of available product, which has intensified competition and reinforced the sector’s strategic and resilient position in the region. Offices are showing signs of recovery and renewed investor confidence, while Living, particularly purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA), and alternative assets are increasingly attracting attention. Interest is also growing in Data Centres and urban regeneration initiatives.
The limited availability of high-quality assets across all markets continues to drive competition, highlighting the strategic attractiveness of Southern Europe for institutional and international capital.
Spain Investment Market
Real estate investment in Spain reached €12.1 Billion in 2025 (+16% YoY), with €5.9 Billion recorded in H2. Hospitality and retail led the market, supported by strong fundamentals. The office and living sectors continued to grow, while logistics faced challenges due to limited high-quality supply.