Property for Sale in Girona: Catalan City, Costa Brava Access

The old town (Barri Vell), with its colourful houses over the Onyar river, sits across from the shopping district around the Mercadal and Eixample. The AVE and regional trains reach Barcelona in well under an hour and a half, the airport is close, and the Pyrenees and beaches are both within about an hour. Buyers include remote workers, retirees and investors who prefer it to Barcelona's prices.

Coastal alternatives include Lloret de Mar, Blanes and Roses, all within the same province. Barcelona, Sitges and Terrassa are further south and are better viewed as separate markets.

Resale transfer tax (ITP) in Catalonia is progressive: 10%, 11%, 12% and 13% above €600,000, €900,000 and €1.5m, since 27 June 2025. New builds carry 10% VAT plus stamp duty (AJD). Add notary, registry and legal fees, typically 1% to 2% in total, and approx. 3% to 5% for agent commission if you pay it; verify locally. You will need an NIE number and a Spanish bank account. The Spanish golden visa ended on 3 April 2025.

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