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East Mallorca is the area around the market towns of Artà, Manacor, Sant Llorenç and Capdepera and their coast. Apartments are listed at an average of €4,071 per m² in Capdepera and €3,577 per m² in the Manacor area, against an island average of €5,858 (Casafari, October 2026).
Living in East Mallorca: Artà, Manacor and the Northeast Coast
East Mallorca offers a broad mix of traditional towns, rural countryside and a varied coastline of beaches, coves and low-key resorts. Artà, Manacor, Sant Llorenç and Capdepera provide year-round local life, while coastal areas such as Canyamel, Cala Ratjada, Porto Cristo and Colònia de Sant Pere offer very different seaside settings.
East Mallorca at a Glance
- Main towns: Artà, Manacor, Sant Llorenç and Capdepera inland; Canyamel, Cala Ratjada, Porto Cristo and Colònia de Sant Pere on the coast.
- Asking prices, apartments: €4,617/m² in Son Servera, €4,071/m² in Capdepera and €3,577/m² in the Manacor area (island average €5,858/m²).
- Typical property: village houses, apartments, villas, fincas and rural estates.
- Year-round life: Artà and Manacor have the strongest year-round infrastructure; the coast varies more by season.
- Getting around: Manacor has rail links to Palma.
Where to Live in East Mallorca
Artà and the northeast
Artà is one of the east’s most characterful market towns, with stone streets, independent shops and the hilltop sanctuary of Sant Salvador. The surrounding countryside is attractive for fincas and estates, while nearby Capdepera and the coast provide beaches, golf and marinas.
The town has attracted many artists and artisans, and galleries and shops in the centre show their work. Browse property for sale in Artà.
Manacor and Porto Cristo
Manacor is the east’s principal service centre and works throughout the year, with rail links to Palma, schools, shopping and a strong local economy. Porto Cristo provides a more coastal alternative, built around a natural harbour and close to the Caves of Drach.
Manacor is also known for its pearl and furniture factories. Browse property for sale in Manacor or Porto Cristo.
Canyamel, Cala Ratjada and Colònia de Sant Pere
Canyamel combines a sandy bay with golf and low-density hillside residences. Cala Ratjada is livelier, with a working harbour and several beaches, while Colònia de Sant Pere on the Bay of Alcúdia has a smaller-scale, relaxed waterfront character.
The region is known for its golf courses and a rugged coastline, and many villas sit on the hills with wide views over the Mediterranean, some of them in a very modern style.
Iris’s Expert View
For East Mallorca, Iris recommends comparing the established inland towns with the coastal enclaves rather than treating the east as one market. Artà and Manacor offer stronger year-round infrastructure, while Canyamel, Colònia de Sant Pere and other coastal locations can deliver a more relaxed second-home lifestyle. The right choice depends on whether services or immediate access to the sea matter most.
Iris Grünewald · Founder & CEO, Balearic Properties
Property Prices in East Mallorca
Son Servera has the highest average apartment price in the east and Capdepera the highest for houses. The Manacor area, the largest market, is the cheapest for apartments.
| Municipality or area | Apartments, €/m² | Houses, €/m² | Apartment listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Son Servera | 4,617 | 4,762 | 104 |
| Capdepera | 4,071 | 5,660 | 147 |
| Manacor area | 3,577 | 4,858 | 313 |
| Artà area* | 4,592 | 5,316 | 31 |
| Sant Llorenç des Cardassar* | 4,453 | 5,302 | 46 |
Source: Casafari Area Insights, asking prices of active listings with outliers excluded, using Casafari’s area boundaries. Houses are priced per m² of built area. *Fewer than 60 apartment listings: treat as indicative. These are asking prices, not completed-sale prices. Compare every area in our Mallorca property prices by area guide.
Iris’s market note: East Mallorca is a good example of why coast and inland should be analysed separately. A buyer comparing a town property in Manacor with a coastal villa is comparing different products, lifestyles and buyer demand, even though both sit within the same municipality.
Is East Mallorca Good for Year-Round Living?
Artà, Manacor and the larger inland towns are strong year-round choices. Coastal areas vary more by season, so buyers planning to live permanently should consider access to shops, healthcare and schools as carefully as beach proximity.
Property in East Mallorca
The east offers village houses, apartments, villas, fincas and substantial rural estates. Current Balearic Properties inventory also spans locations including Canyamel, Sant Llorenç des Cardassar and Colònia de Sant Pere, illustrating how varied the market is across the region.
- Villas: many on the hills along the coast, with sea views. All villas for sale in Mallorca.
- Fincas and rural estates: in the countryside around the inland towns. Fincas for sale and country homes for sale.
- Village houses and townhouses: in Artà, Manacor and the other market towns. Townhouses for sale.
Buying Costs in East Mallorca
The main tax on a resale home is the Balearic transfer tax (ITP), charged by bands: each rate applies only to the part of the price that falls within that band.
| Part of the price | Rate |
|---|---|
| Up to €400,000 | 8% |
| €400,000 to €600,000 | 9% |
| €600,000 to €1,000,000 | 10% |
| €1,000,000 to €2,000,000 | 12% |
| Over €2,000,000 | 13% |
Example: a villa bought for €1,500,000 pays €150,000 in ITP (€32,000 + €18,000 + €40,000 + €60,000), an effective rate of 10%. An apartment bought for €750,000 pays €65,000 (8.7%).
New-build homes pay 10% VAT plus stamp duty (AJD) instead of ITP. Notary, land registry and solicitor fees come on top, and reduced rates apply to some main-residence purchases. Rates can change, so confirm the figure with your solicitor or tax adviser. Source: Guía Fiscal, ITP in the Balearic Islands (in Spanish). See also our tax considerations for foreign buyers.
Holiday Rental Licences
Since Decree-Law 4/2025 (April 2025), new tourist rental places are banned in multi-family buildings across the Balearic Islands, and any new place in a detached home must be offset by places that are given up first (source: Govern de les Illes Balears). If rental income matters, look at properties that already have a licence and check that it is current and transfers with the sale.
Buying in East Mallorca: What to Check
- Decide on the use first. Whether the home is for your own use or to rent out limits which properties are suitable.
- Get an NIE. Foreign buyers need an NIE (Spanish foreigner identification number) to complete the purchase.
- Check the legal and planning status. For country properties, have a lawyer check it before you pay a deposit.
- Holiday rental. If rental income matters, verify that the licence is current and transfers with the sale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is best for a traditional town atmosphere?
Artà is particularly attractive for buyers seeking historic architecture and walkable town life, while Manacor offers the broadest range of everyday services.
Where should I look for coastal property?
Canyamel, Cala Ratjada, Porto Cristo and Colònia de Sant Pere each offer coastal homes, but with very different levels of seasonality and development.
How much does property cost in East Mallorca?
Apartments are listed at an average of €4,617 per m² in Son Servera, €4,071 in Capdepera and €3,577 in the Manacor area. Houses average €5,660 per m² in Capdepera, €4,858 in the Manacor area and €4,762 in Son Servera (Casafari asking prices, October 2026).
What taxes do I pay when buying a resale property in Mallorca?
The Balearic transfer tax (ITP), charged by bands from 8% up to €400,000 to 13% above €2,000,000. A €1,500,000 villa pays €150,000. Notary, land registry and solicitor fees come on top.
Can I rent out a property in East Mallorca to tourists?
Only with a valid tourist rental licence. New places are banned in apartment buildings under Decree-Law 4/2025, so homes with an existing licence form a separate part of the market. Always check that the licence is current and transfers with the property.
Which areas make up East Mallorca?
This guide covers the market towns of Artà, Manacor, Sant Llorenç and Capdepera and the coastal areas of Canyamel, Cala Ratjada, Porto Cristo and Colònia de Sant Pere.
What taxes apply to a new-build property?
New builds pay 10% VAT (IVA) plus stamp duty (AJD) instead of ITP. Ask your lawyer to confirm the exact amounts for your purchase.
Do I need an NIE to buy property in Mallorca?
Yes. Foreign buyers need an NIE (Spanish foreigner identification number) to complete the purchase.
Looking for a home in the east? Browse property for sale in Artà, Manacor and Porto Cristo, or tell the Balearic Properties team what you are looking for: message us on WhatsApp or send us your search. See every region on our Mallorca area map, or the neighbouring guides to North Mallorca, Central Mallorca and Southeast Mallorca.
