Oficinas y locales para diversificar las carteras

Lleida is leading the profitability in both segments of the Spanish office market, which is recovering at an increasing pace. According to CBRE data, the volume of transactions in the first half of the year surpassed 1.600 million euros, a 37% increase compared to the same period last year. This figure brings the market back to levels seen before the pandemic in the first half of 2019.

The CBRE report attributes the stronger recovery to the gradual return of major institutional investors and the growing demand for high-quality assets in prime locations of major capitals.

The rebound of a market impacted by remote work is global. Savills reports that foreign investment in the office sector reached 24.900 million euros in the first six months of the year, accounting for 22% of all foreign investment in real estate worldwide, three points higher than last year and the highest share since 2022. Despite geopolitical instability, investors continue to bet on the most liquid office markets as they diversify geographically.

Idealista notes that returns in prime office locations reach or exceed 10% in the most profitable listings, with Lleida leading at 10.2%, followed closely by Sevilla (9.9%) and Zaragoza (9.7%), with Castellón reaching a notable 8.3%.

In commercial properties, five capitals exceed the 10% profitability threshold. Again, Lleida leads with 11.2%, followed by Tarragona (10.7%), Murcia (10.6%), and Huelva (10.5%). Barcelona offers a solid 8%, while Madrid sits at 6.9%. Experts recommend a thorough analysis of the area before selecting a property, studying pedestrian flow and the number of nearby competitors to avoid unpleasant surprises and maximize returns.

For the average investor, the most accessible way to invest in these relatively expensive assets is through specialized real estate platforms with very affordable entry levels. Buying shares in specialized Socimis listed on the stock exchange offers another major avenue for investment.