How much does a luxury property cost in Tenerife Sur?

In Tenerife Sur, premium apartments start from €600,000, while villas with sea views and private grounds range from €1.5 million to €7 million. The 2025-2026 median closing price for international buyers sits around €1.2 million for primary residences.

What taxes does a foreign buyer pay in Tenerife Sur?

The buyer pays Property Transfer Tax (ITP) at 6.5% on resale properties or IGIC at 7% on new builds, plus Stamp Duty (AJD) at 1% on new builds. Notary and registry fees add approximately 1%. There is no additional tax for foreign residents within the EU; non-EU buyers face the same taxation.

How long does the purchase process take in Tenerife Sur?

From accepted offer to notary signing, the typical timeline is 6 to 10 weeks. If the property is unencumbered and the buyer does not require local mortgage financing, closing can occur in 4 weeks. The NIE (foreigner tax ID) is obtained in parallel within 1-2 weeks.

Can foreigners finance a purchase in Tenerife Sur?

Yes. Spanish banks offer mortgages to non-residents up to 60-70% of the appraised value, at competitive rates. The process requires international banking history, verifiable income, and a reasonable down payment. We guide clients through bank offer comparisons.

Why buy in Tenerife Sur versus other southern Tenerife areas?

Tenerife Sur combines sustained international demand, finite supply due to urban planning restrictions, and 30-45% appreciation over the past five years. It offers the highest legal security, best surroundings maintenance, and strongest resale liquidity among southern Tenerife options.

New Build Luxury Villas South Tenerife

Q: Can I obtain a tourist rental licence for a new-build villa?

It depends on the zone and urban planning classification. DOM Tenerife Real Estate analyses each project individually before purchase.

New Build Luxury Villas in South Tenerife

Explore an exclusive selection of new build luxury villas in South Tenerife presented by DOM Tenerife Real Estate. These new-build projects combine first-class contemporary architecture, advanced home automation and premium finishes across the most sought-after areas of the south: Adeje, Abama Resort, Costa Adeje and Roque del Conde.

New-build luxury in South Tenerife represents a singular investment opportunity within the European market. Buyers acquire a property backed by full construction warranties, a high-efficiency energy certificate and the ability to customise finishes during the build phase. Entry prices range from €1,500,000 to over €5,000,000, with golf-front and sea-view projects significantly exceeding this. Browse also our luxury golf villas, the exclusive El Madroñal residential area and all active new developments in South Tenerife.

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Frequently asked questions — New build luxury villas in South Tenerife

What are the advantages of buying a new-build villa in Tenerife?

New-build purchases come with full construction warranties (10 years structural, 3 years installations, 1 year finishes), the opportunity to personalise finishes during the build phase, a high-efficiency energy certificate and the latest home automation technology included from the outset.

Which areas have the most luxury new-build activity in South Tenerife?

The areas with the highest development activity are Abama Resort (Guía de Isora), Roque del Conde (Adeje) and the upper Costa Adeje belt. Occasional projects also emerge in El Madroñal and San Eugenio Alto with very limited availability.

What is the entry price for new-build luxury villas in South Tenerife?

Entry prices start at approximately €1,500,000. Golf-front and direct sea-view villas typically exceed €3,000,000, reaching €6,000,000 or more for singular projects within Abama Resort.

Can I obtain a tourist rental licence for a new-build villa?

It depends on the zone and urban planning classification of the plot. South Tenerife has residential non-tourist areas where holiday licences are not available, and tourist zones where they are. DOM Tenerife Real Estate analyses each project individually before purchase to clarify this.

How do I access new-build projects before they reach the market?

Through an agency with direct developer relationships. DOM Tenerife Real Estate maintains close ties with South Tenerife's leading developers and receives pre-sale information before public launch. Contact us to join our priority buyers list. DOM Tenerife — Buy safely!

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DOM Tenerife services for international buyers

The international luxury property buyer in Tenerife Sur needs more than a guided tour. We coordinate NIE issuance in 1-2 weeks through a specialised firm, open local accounts at private banking (BBVA Private, CaixaBank Banca Premier, Santander Private), connect the client with an independent solicitor for registry due diligence and deposit contract review, and accompany the client physically at the notary signing.

For HNWI profiles we offer additional premium service: off-market property presentations away from public portals, discreet intermediation to preserve privacy, fiscal advisory with a local firm specialised in ZEC (Canary Islands Special Zone) and RIC (Reserve for Investments in the Canaries) residency, and connection with premium interior designers and renovation contractors if the transaction involves subsequent refurbishment.

The team operates in five languages (Spanish, English, French, German, Russian). Each transaction has a dedicated lead agent throughout the process, with direct communication via WhatsApp, email, or video call per client preference.

Visit timing and the best moment to buy in Tenerife Sur

Tenerife Sur maintains real estate activity twelve months per year, but two windows offer broader selection and less buyer competition. The first runs February to April, when properties whose owners decided to sell after the Christmas season come to market. The second runs September to November, with new listings post-summer and ahead of pre-fiscal year-end closings.

We recommend planning at least two trips of 4-5 days each: the first to explore micro-zones, view 8-12 properties in the target tier, and calibrate criteria; the second, 4-8 weeks later, to revisit the 2-3 finalists, conduct technical due diligence, and formalise the offer. We coordinate visits in blocks to optimise client time.

For clients with limited time on-island we offer HD video-call viewings with recording, annotated floor plans, and written reports per property. This is the format used by buyers who close without setting foot on the island, typically with local legal representation.

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