Property for Sale in Malgrat de Mar, Costa de Barcelona

Malgrat de Mar is the northernmost town of the Maresme, sitting on the Tordera river at the boundary with the province of Girona. Across the river lies Blanes, the southern gateway to the Costa Brava, so Malgrat enjoys a position where two coastlines meet.

The town has a long, wide beach, a busy centre and a station on the coastal railway line. It is a popular resort in summer but also a fully functioning town with local shops, schools and services.

Buyers include holiday-home owners looking for a beachfront apartment and permanent residents who like a more affordable alternative to the towns closer to Barcelona.

Why buy property in Malgrat de Mar?

Malgrat de Mar offers a long beach, a working town centre and quick access to both the Maresme and the Costa Brava. Buyers who browse property for sale in Malgrat de Mar will find that the town rewards a little local research, because the character of each street can differ noticeably from the next.

• A long sandy beach with a seafront promenade
• A railway station with services towards Barcelona
• Blanes and the Costa Brava just across the Tordera
• A functioning town with shops, schools and a market
• A choice of apartments close to the sea and houses inland

Living in Malgrat de Mar

Life in Malgrat de Mar combines the beach with a normal town routine. The centre has shops, cafés and a market, the beach is the main summer draw, and the Tordera river area offers walks inland. Winter is quieter, but the town remains active.

Santa Susanna to the south is another beach resort, while Pineda de Mar provides more services. Barcelona is typically around an hour and 15 minutes by train, and both Barcelona and Girona airports are within reach by car.

Malgrat de Mar's position next to the Tordera river means that the landscape changes quickly: beach and promenade on one side, farmland and river banks on the other. It makes the town a handy base for anyone who wants to cycle, walk and explore as well as swim.

Malgrat de Mar belongs to the wider Barcelona province stretch of the Costa de Barcelona, which means buyers can compare it with neighbouring towns on the same railway line before deciding where to settle. Travel times, beach quality, local services and the feel of the streets all vary from one town to the next, so a short list of two or three places is a sensible starting point.

Types of property in Malgrat de Mar

Malgrat de Mar's property is a blend of beach apartments and residential housing. Typical options include:

• Apartments near the beach and promenade
• Flats in the town centre close to the station
• Townhouses and family homes in residential streets
• Detached houses on the edges of town

Buying property in Malgrat de Mar

A smooth purchase in Malgrat de Mar starts with good preparation, and the following checks are usually worth the time.

• Get an NIE and decide how you will fund the purchase
• Budget for taxes and fees on top of the agreed price
• Work with an independent lawyer who reads the nota simple and the contract carefully
• Ask to see licences, the energy certificate and the community accounts
• Near the river and low-lying areas, ask your lawyer whether any flood-risk mapping applies to the property.

Finding an estate agency in Malgrat de Mar

Choosing the right agency matters as much as choosing the right home. On CostaFind you can look through the estate agencies in Malgrat de Mar, all of them verified, and compare their profiles before you make contact.

Every property is shown once rather than duplicated across many adverts, so you get a cleaner picture of what is actually on the market around Malgrat de Mar.

Frequently asked questions about Malgrat de Mar

Is Malgrat de Mar good for year-round living?

Yes. It has a station, shops, schools and everyday services, though the seafront is busiest in summer.

What types of property are available in Malgrat de Mar?

Mostly apartments, with townhouses and detached houses in residential areas.

How far is Malgrat de Mar from the airport?

Barcelona El Prat airport is roughly an hour and 20 minutes by car, and Girona airport is also within reach.

Explore property in Malgrat de Mar

Continue your search with homes for sale in Malgrat de Mar, the latest new-build properties in Malgrat de Mar or rental homes in Malgrat de Mar. Neighbouring Santa Susanna and Pineda de Mar are worth a look too, and the Costa de Barcelona page shows the whole coast, with the Barcelona area as its starting point.