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Our most inspiring ruin and renovation opportunities in Spain

Claire Butler

Discover your perfect renovation project with our top picks of Spanish ruins for sale. From stone-built country houses in Galicia to secluded fincas in Asturias, these properties offer unique restoration opportunities. Whether you dream of a peaceful vineyard retreat or a historic Andalusian cortijo, these gems start from just €24,000.

 

Imagine transforming a medieval home or creating a unique escape in a cave dwelling, all set within Spain’s breathtaking landscapes. Each property boasts distinctive features like traditional architecture, panoramic views, and vast plots of land. Ready to turn a ruin into your dream home? Explore these inspiring opportunities and start your renovation adventure today!

 

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Rustic ruin with room to dream in Lubrín 

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Fancy escaping to your own slice of authentic Spanish tranquility? This characterful 1900s ruin in peaceful Pozo Sáez in Lubrín near Almeria, offers the perfect canvas for your Spanish dream home. With generous spaces and original wooden windows, it's begging for a creative touch to transform it into a charming retreat surrounded by breathtaking natural scenery.


Price: €24,000

Location: Almeria, Almeria

Special features: Original wooden windows, historic architecture, partially renovated, spacious rooms with character

Close to: Scenic walking trails, authentic Spanish villages, natural beauty spots

Rustic gem awaiting your personal touch 

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This rustic charmer in Torre del Rico is a blank slate waiting for your creative vision. Tucked away in a tranquil pocket of natural beauty, this renovation project offers the perfect opportunity to craft your ideal family home away from the hustle and bustle, while still being conveniently connected to larger towns and cities.


Price: €25,000

Location: Torre del Rico, Pinoso, Alicante province

Special features: Rustic character, peaceful natural setting, renovation potential Close to: Pinoso (10 minutes), Murcia (40 minutes), Alicante (50 minutes)

Secluded finca in a fairytale forest setting

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This finca, nestled in a quiet forest location, offers spectacular mountain views and the opportunity to create your own nature retreat in the gorgeous green heart of Asturias. 


Price: €36,000
Location: La Marea, Asturias
Special features: Mountain views, secluded location, possibility to build, vegetable garden, spring water.
Close to: River, countryside, historic area.

Historic Galician stone farmhouse with generous land 

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Step back in time with this characterful 1832 stone farmhouse crying out for a loving restoration. Set on nearly 3,000 square meters of flat land, this former noble house boasts impressive original features including a striking stone chimney and traditional wood-fired oven. The perfect blank canvas for your rural Galician dream.


Price: €75,000

Location: Antas De Ulla, Lugo province, Galicia

Special features: Historic stone construction dating to 1832, traditional hórreo granary, stone threshing area, irrigated garden plot

Close to: Public spring, rural pathways, traditional Galician countryside

Almansa countryside haven with spectacular mountain views 

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Fancy living the good life with panoramic mountain vistas? This charming country retreat sits on a whopping 20,000m² of land and comes with not just one building, but three! Already renovated in 2004, it offers immediate comfort plus endless development potential. Solar-powered and wonderfully secluded, it's countryside living without sacrificing modern conveniences.


Price: €140,000

Location: Almansa, Albacete, Castile La Mancha

Special features: Solar power system, BBQ kitchen, fireplace, expansive grounds, dovecote with development potential, 90m² garage

Close to: Mountain trails, peaceful countryside, Almansa town

White-washed wonder on the Costa del Sol


Mijas_renovation_project.jpgNestled in one of the Costa del Sol's most enchanting white villages, this three-bedroom gem awaits your personal touch. Boasting a spacious terrace perfect for soaking up the Mediterranean sunshine, this apartment offers the ideal blend of traditional Spanish charm and modern potential in a postcard-perfect setting.


Price: €140,000

Location: Mijas Pueblo, Costa Del Sol, Malaga

Special features: Spacious terrace, excellent renovation potential, three good-sized bedrooms

Close to: Cobbled streets, panoramic viewpoints, authentic Spanish restaurants, traditional architecture

Central Barcelona renovation gem near the beach 

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Fancy creating your dream pad in vibrant Barcelona? This bright fifth-floor apartment offers 69m² of untapped potential just waiting for your creative vision. Located in a traditional, peaceful neighborhood with the beach just a 20-minute stroll away, it's the perfect investment opportunity or future home in Barcelona's more authentic, family-friendly cousin.


Price: €140,000

Location: Barcelona, Barcelona province, Catalonia

Special features: Bright living-dining room, independent kitchen with adjacent laundry area, central location in traditional building

Close to: Old town, the Rambla, beach (20 mins walk), train station, Sitges, easy connections to Barcelona and Tarragona

Renovation project with almond grove in rural paradise

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Dreaming of a rural Spanish lifestyle with income potential? This structurally sound cortijo sits on a staggering 11+ hectares planted with 2,700 almond trees and 61 olive trees. Currently receiving €4,000 in annual EU grants, it offers the perfect blend of peaceful countryside living with spectacular mountain views, while remaining conveniently connected to nearby towns.


Price: €159,950

Location: Velez-Rubio, Almeria

Special features: 2,700 productive almond trees, 61 olive trees, EU agricultural grants, large outbuildings, structurally sound

Close to: Venta La Petra service station (5 mins), Velez-Rubio (10 mins), Puerto Lumbreras (15 mins), Lorca (25 mins), Águilas coastal resort (50 mins)

Magnificent Asturian manor with traditional wooden gallery

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Fall in love with this spectacular period property featuring an extraordinary wooden gallery supported by wrought iron columns. Recently re-roofed and solidly built with traditional stone walls and chestnut wood structure, this 421m² gem sits on a fully fenced plot and comes complete with charming period furnishings. A rare opportunity to restore a piece of authentic Asturian heritage.


Price: €165,000

Location: Salas, Asturias

Special features: Stunning wooden gallery, recently renovated roof, traditional stone construction, original period furnishings, wine cellar

Close to: AS-15 road, Cornellana (10 mins), A-63 motorway (10km), Oviedo (30 mins), Gijón (45 mins), Asturias Airport (30 mins)

Countryside charm meets guest facilities in Hondon Valley

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This delightful part-cave country home offers space in spades with five bedrooms across the main house and separate guest apartment. Set on a fully-fenced plot with countryside vistas, the property boasts a refreshing pool, charming courtyard with BBQ area, and an untapped cave space ripe for expansion. Perfect for those seeking authentic Spanish living with rental income potential.


Price: €179,950

Location: Hondon De Las Nieves, Alicante

Special features: Pool, separate guest apartment, large untapped cave space, summer kitchen with BBQ, central heating, carport

Close to: La Canalosa village, Hondon Valley, asphalted access routes

Coastal mountain retreat with expansion permission

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Perched between mountains with breathtaking views over Playa de los Cocedores, this charming cave house sits on a whopping 2.2 hectares of fertile land. Already connected to electricity and ready to enjoy, it comes with planning permission to expand to 300m² and a basement ripe for conversion. The perfect canvas for creating your Spanish dream home with sea views.


Price: €189,900

Location: Águilas, Murcia

Special features: Planning permission for expansion, basement with garage potential, furnished, breathtaking coastal views, 2.2 hectares of fertile land

Close to: Playa de los Cocedores, Playa de las Palmeras, mountain trails

Historic l-shaped farmhouse with traditional annexes

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Looking for a slice of Galician history with versatile potential? This sprawling property combines rustic charm with practical living spaces across its L-shaped main house and traditional outbuildings. Featuring a beautiful 'lareira' traditional kitchen, restored dovecote, and two authentic wood-burning ovens, it's the perfect canvas for creating a luxury home or charming rural tourism business.


Price: €190,000

Location: Becerrea, Lugo

Special features: Traditional lareira kitchen, restored dovecote, two wood-burning ovens, enclosed courtyard, partially renovated interiors

Close to: Breathtaking mountain views, Becerreá valley, city of Lugo (55km)

Sea view finca with endless potential in Teulada

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This traditional finca, originally built in 1935, offers a unique opportunity to create something truly special. With stunning sea and mountain views, the property sits on a large plot filled with almond, olive, and fruit trees.


Price: €230,000
Location: Teulada, Alicante
Special features: 208 sqm build size, 7200 sqm plot, sea and mountain views, fruit trees, potential for family home or business
Close to: All amenities, shops, schools, and restaurants

Dual-unit renovation opportunity near beach and village

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This spacious villa with two independent living units offers tremendous renovation potential in a prime location. Just a short stroll from both village amenities and beach relaxation, the property features multiple living spaces across its 180m² footprint. With a certificate of habitability already in place and the possibility to add your own pool, it's ready for your personal touch.


Price: €299,000

Location: Els Poblets, Alicante

Special features: Two separate living units, glass-enclosed terrace, carport, air conditioning, solid concrete construction

Close to: Village centre, beach, communal pool, local amenities

Spectacular country estate with income potential

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Dreaming of wide open spaces? This magnificent 40,000m² estate offers a blank canvas to create your perfect country retreat. The unfinished main house awaits your personal design touches, while a fully-equipped two-bedroom apartment stands ready for guests or rental income. With breathtaking countryside views and ample space for horses, it's rural living on a grand scale.


Price: €595,000

Location: Coin, Malaga

Special features: Unfinished main house with design flexibility, separate 2-bedroom apartment with private entrance, spectacular countryside views, perfect for horses

Close to: Coín (10 minutes), airport (25 minutes), local gastronomy and culture

Majestic finca with 19th-century olive mill in Pollenca

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This extraordinary property combines modern comfort with historic charm, offering a unique opportunity to own a slice of Mallorcan paradise. Set on an expansive plot with breathtaking views, this finca features both a renovated main house and a 19th-century building ripe for restoration.


Price: €2,650,000
Location: Pollenca, Mallorca
Special features: 463 sqm build size, 467,725 sqm plot, 19th-century building with old tafona (olive mill), fruit and olive trees, countryside views, great privacy
Close to: Golf course, beaches, Puerto Pollensa marina, restaurants, shops


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