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Balearic Living · Mallorca
Living in Mallorca: Area Guide
The largest of the Balearic Islands, from the Serra de Tramuntana to the southern coves. Choose an area on the map to see how life feels there and where to start looking for property.
Areas of Mallorca
8 areas, each with its own pace, landscape and property market.
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Central Mallorca
Central Mallorca is the inland plain between the Serra de Tramuntana and the east of the island, with market towns such as Inca, Santa Maria del Camí and…
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East Mallorca
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…
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North Mallorca
North Mallorca is the area around the bays of Pollença and Alcúdia. Apartments are listed at an average of €6,311 per m² in the Pollença municipality and €4,592…
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Northwest Mallorca
Northwest Mallorca is the Serra de Tramuntana side of the island, from Sóller and Deià to Valldemossa. Apartments in Sóller are listed at an average of €6,905 per…
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Palma
Palma is the capital of Mallorca and of the Balearic Islands, and the only part of the island where most buyers look for an apartment or a city…
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South Mallorca
South Mallorca is the area between the Llucmajor countryside and the coast around Sa Ràpita, Es Trenc, Ses Salines and Colònia de Sant Jordi. Apartments are listed at…
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Southeast Mallorca
Southeast Mallorca is the area around Santanyí, Cala d’Or, Portopetro, Cala Figuera and Portocolom. Apartments are listed at an average of €4,927 per m² in the Santanyí area…
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Southwest Mallorca
Southwest Mallorca is the coast west of Palma, in the municipalities of Calvià and Andratx. Apartments are listed at an average of €9,488 per m² in Andratx and…
About living in Mallorca
Mallorca combines a capital city with a full year-round life, Palma, with mountain villages, rural fincas and coastal towns. The Serra de Tramuntana runs along the north-west coast, while the centre opens into plains of vineyards and almond groves and the south and east are known for their coves.
Palma airport connects the island with much of Europe throughout the year, and most areas are within reach of the capital by car. That makes it possible to choose between city, countryside and seafront without being isolated.
Each area guide covers the lifestyle, the type of homes you will find and the towns to start with.
Which area of Mallorca suits you?
A quick comparison of the 8 areas.
| Area | What it is like | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Palma | The capital: historic centre, marina and neighbourhoods such as Santa Catalina and Portixol | City living year-round, close to the airport and marina |
| North Mallorca | Two bays, historic Pollença and the Tramuntana foothills | Sea-view villas, country fincas, family life by the beach |
| Northwest Mallorca | Stone villages and terraced olive groves in the Serra de Tramuntana | Character houses with sea and mountain views |
| Southwest Mallorca | Marinas, golf and sunsets in the most international corner | Waterfront living, yachting, easy access to Palma |
| Central Mallorca | Vineyards, almond groves and market towns | Rural fincas and an authentic island pace |
| East Mallorca | Traditional towns, countryside and a coast of beaches and coves | Coastal homes near calm beaches, fincas inland |
| Southeast Mallorca | Golden-stone villages, low cliffs and pine-framed coves | Homes near quiet coves, village houses with character |
| South Mallorca | Open countryside, long sandy beaches and salt flats near Palma | Beach and countryside living within reach of Palma |
Properties for sale in Mallorca
Buying in Mallorca?
Speak to a local advisor
Tell us how you want to live (by the sea, in the hills, close to town) and we will shortlist areas and homes to visit.