Buying in Lanzarote: what overseas buyers should know
Lanzarote is one of the calmer Canary Islands, known for its low-rise architecture, volcanic landscapes and mild climate through the year. It appeals to holiday-home owners, retirees and remote workers, along with investors drawn to consistent visitor demand. Property here includes apartments and townhouses in the resorts, villas near the coast and homes in the interior villages.
What buyers are looking for in Lanzarote
Building height is restricted across much of the island, so the look stays low-rise and uniform, with whitewashed homes and green-painted woodwork. Buyers find resort apartments and villas in the main coastal towns, along with country homes inland. Demand focuses on properties near the beaches and marinas, and both resale and new-build options are available.
Buying as an overseas buyer
UK citizens can own freely in Spain. You can spend up to 90 days in any 180-day period across the Schengen area, with non-lucrative or digital nomad visas for longer stays; the Golden Visa route has now closed. You will need an NIE and a local lawyer, and completion takes place before a notary. Budget for a transfer tax on resale homes or VAT on new-build, plus the annual local property tax (IBI), and note that Spanish banks lend to non-residents, usually with a larger deposit. This is a brief summary, so take current local advice. Start your search to see property for sale in Lanzarote, or contact our team to be connected with a local partner agent.
Where to find property for sale in Lanzarote
The main resort towns, Puerto del Carmen, Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca, hold most of the apartments, townhouses and villas aimed at holiday and rental use, each with its own beaches and marina. Inland, villages such as those around Teguise offer more traditional homes with space and views over the volcanic countryside. Coastal properties suit buyers focused on the beach and lettings, while inland homes appeal to those wanting a quieter, permanent base. Explore our collections to shortlist by the way you want to live.