What does it cost, and what is life like, in Maspalomas?

from 266.807 €

rent 1.001 €/month

Average reference price per m², official valuation from the Ministry of Housing (MIVAU), Q1 2026. This is a statistical figure for the area, not the price of a specific property for sale. How it is calculated →

Paisaje de Maspalomas, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria, Islas Canarias

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54.291 inhabitants · San Bartolomé de Tirajana

21 m

altitude

7,5 h

sun per day

Climate comfort

57 /100

Good

Coast

Area San Bartolomé de Tirajana

Maspalomas

Living by the sea in Gran Canaria

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altitude: 21 m
sun per day: 7,5 h
per m² on average: 3.139 €
climate comfort: 57/100
air quality: 34 µg/m³

Maspalomas, in Gran Canaria, is characterised by an average of 7,5 sunshine hours a day, moderado wind, an altitude of 21 m, a climate comfort score of 57/100. For a reference property, budget around 266.807 €. Officially assessed by the Ministry of Housing (MIVAU), Q1 2026: this is the most reliable reference available. Further down you'll also see nearby healthcare, education and shops, as well as the municipality's population.

Night sky (estimated)

Sky with fairly significant light pollution

Bortle ~8

Our own estimate based on the municipality's population, altitude and nearby amenities — not an official satellite measurement.

Area features

Altitude

21 m

Sunshine hours

7.5 h/day

Wind

Moderado

Salt air

Alto

Fibre optic

Yes

Island side

Sur

Reference property

~85 m²

Description

Maspalomas is a family-friendly coastal town in the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, on the island of Gran Canaria.

The area gets an average of 7,5 hours of sunshine a day. Wind is moderate — noticeable, but never disruptive. Sea-salt exposure is high given the proximity to the ocean, so slightly more maintenance is worth budgeting for.

Fibre-optic broadband is already confirmed here, a real plus for remote workers.

For San Bartolomé de Tirajana we use a reference of €3.139/m², based on official Spanish government valuation data (MIVAU). For a typical home in the area, that works out to around €266.807 to buy, or roughly €1.001/month to rent.

Close to Maspalomas you'll find Christopher Columbus 24. Mai 1502, Monumento a la Constitución, Cristóbal Colón — real reference points, not vague claims.

These are the real numbers behind Maspalomas — the rest comes down to seeing the place for yourself.

What it's like to live in Maspalomas

Maspalomas lies on the southern slope of Gran Canaria, in the lee of the trade winds. Air arrives here after already shedding its moisture in the north of the island, and it shows: fewer clouds, less rain and considerably more hours of clear sunshine than on the opposite side, with a drier landscape. The average of 7,5 hours of daily sunshine is a direct consequence of that position, not a quirk of the local microclimate.

Maspalomas belongs to the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, which has 54.291 residents across its whole area. This is a large municipality by Canarian standards, with a full range of amenities, regular public transport, and a property market that's constantly moving, both for sale and to rent.

In the immediate surroundings of Maspalomas are Christopher Columbus 24. Mai 1502, Monumento a la Constitución, Cristóbal Colón and Monumento conmemorativo INTA: specific points worth exploring before deciding, because just a few minutes away the atmosphere and noise can change completely.

Within 3 km, 5 schools, 14 health centres, 18 pharmacies, 51 supermarkets and 229 restaurants have been located, according to OpenStreetMap open data. This is an indicative and always conservative count: it reflects what's been mapped, which in smaller towns tends to fall short of what's actually there.

Maspalomas compared with its surroundings

Being right by the sea means sea-salt exposure is high: it's worth choosing treated woodwork and fittings, and budgeting for more façade upkeep than further inland.

With 8 hours of sunshine a day, this is an area built for living outdoors for much of the year.

For hours of sunshine, it ranks 20 out of 85 among the areas of San Bartolomé de Tirajana.For hours of sunshine it ranks 20 out of 85 among the areas of San Bartolomé de Tirajana.
Its reference price is 52% above the average for Gran Canaria (2.061 €/m²).
It sits 399 m below the average altitude of San Bartolomé de Tirajana, which shows in the temperature.
It's in the priciest 8% of Gran Canaria, out of 911 areas analysed.

Calculated across the 2,719 areas in the catalogue. Updated whenever the data changes.

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Cómo ha evolucionado el precio en San Bartolomé de Tirajana

2T 2022

2.189 €/m²

En un año

+5,2 %

En cinco años

+6,7 %

Máximo histórico

2.562 €

3T 2009

1T 2005 2T 2022

Valor tasado de vivienda libre publicado por el Ministerio de Vivienda y Agenda Urbana. Serie trimestral de 1T 2005 a 2T 2022; el gráfico muestra los últimos 15 años. El valor tasado es una referencia de tasación, no el precio de cierre de una operación concreta.

The climate of Maspalomas month by month

The warmest month is Aug (average high of 31.5°C) and the mildest is Jan (22.1°C). It rains around 34 days a year, with 200 mm accumulated.

Temperatures and rainfall month by month in Maspalomas
Month	Max.	Min.	Sun/day	Mar	Rainy days
Jan	22.1°	15.8°	9.5 h	20.7°	3
Feb	22.5°	15.5°	10.5 h	20.3°	3
Mar	22.9°	15.8°	11.3 h	20.1°	6
Apr	24°	17.1°	11.9 h	20.6°	5
May	25.3°	18°	12.8 h	21.2°	2
Jun	26.6°	19.5°	13.2 h	22.2°	2
Jul	30.7°	22.8°	12.7 h	22.6°	0
Aug	31.5°	23.9°	11.9 h	23.8°	1
Sep	28.4°	21.5°	11.5 h	23.5°	3
Oct	28°	21.2°	10.7 h	23.2°	2
Nov	25.7°	19°	9.7 h	22.8°	4
Dec	22.8°	16.6°	9.5 h	21.5°	3

Averages calculated from the ERA5 climate reanalysis (Open-Meteo) for the period 2021-2025. Temperature is adjusted for the area's altitude; rainfall comes from a regional grid cell, so areas very close together share the same value.

How far away it is

28,7 km

Airport · Gran Canaria

44,7 km

Island capital · Las Palmas de Gran Canaria

Straight-line distances from the centre of the area; road distances are greater, especially in mountainous areas.

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Surroundings and local life

Points of interest and local life around Maspalomas:

Christopher Columbus 24. Mai 1502
Monumento a la Constitución
Cristóbal Colón
Monumento conmemorativo INTA

Nearby amenities

San Bartolomé de Tirajana has a population of 54.291.

Amenities within 3 km of Maspalomas (OpenStreetMap data):

Hospitals · 1,6 km

Health centres · 517 m

Pharmacies · 968 m

Supermarkets · 281 m

Schools · 1,2 km

229

Restaurants · 198 m

Coast

Indicative sale price

266.807 €

Reference rent

1.001 €/month

3.139 €/m² on average in San Bartolomé de Tirajana. Official appraised value (MIVAU, Q1 2026).

Where does this price come from?

What it is. The official assessed value per square metre published by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Agenda (MIVAU), applied to a property of typical size. This is a statistical average for the area.

Accuracy for this area. High: its municipality has its own figure in the official statistics.

About the rent. This isn't a measured figure: it's derived from the sale price by applying a reference yield of 4.5% a year. It's useful for comparing areas, not for setting a rent.

How often it updates. MIVAU publishes this statistic every quarter. The current data corresponds to the first quarter of 2026.

What it is good for. To compare areas against each other on the same basis and get a sense of price levels before looking at specific properties.

What it is NOT good for. This is not a valuation, not the price of any specific property, and it doesn't replace a visit or professional advice. Real prices are found in the listings.

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Right now in Maspalomas

30° feels like 29°

Partly cloudy

Wind 4 km/h UV 0 Sea 24° Light calima (PM10 34)

Data: Open-Meteo · updated every few hours

Climate comfort index

57/100

Good

Sunlight today

Sunrise 06:44 Sunset 19:14 12h 29m of daylight

The figures for Maspalomas

Compared with the average for Gran Canaria.

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right now

Sunshine hours per day 7,5 h

Average for Gran Canaria: 7,2 h

Altitude 21 m

Average for Gran Canaria: 431 m

Average price 3.139 €/m²

Average for Gran Canaria: 2.061 €/m²

Maspalomas in the Gran Canaria ranking

The areas immediately above and below, which are the real alternatives to this one.

By hours of sun · ranked 234 of 911

By price (€/m²) · ranked 851 of 911

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How to read these figures

Every figure in this profile describes what it's like to live here all year round, not just on holiday. Here's what each one means:

Sunshine hours: Average daily sunshine. More sun means more natural light indoors, lower heating costs, and better output if you install solar panels.
Wind: The prevailing intensity in the area. Gentle means comfortable terraces and outdoor spaces all year round; strong is excellent for wind sports, but it's felt in day-to-day life.
Salt air: The sea's influence. High means more upkeep for façades, windows, railings and vehicles. Low means the property holds up better in the long run.
Altitude: The higher up, the cooler the nights, the drier the air and the less sea salt. At coastal level, temperatures are more stable and mild.
Fibre optic: Coverage recorded in the area. Crucial if you work remotely; it's worth confirming street by street before signing anything.
Reference price: Official assessed value per m² applied to a typical property. This is a statistical figure for the area for comparison purposes, NOT the price of a specific property.

Where the data comes from

Reference prices: Spanish Ministry of Housing (MIVAU), appraised value Q1 2026 updated quarterly
Current temperature: Open-Meteo, using data from the European Copernicus programme updated every 6 hours
Calima (PM10): Open-Meteo, air quality from Copernicus updated every 3 hours
Amenities, points of interest and map: OpenStreetMap and its contributors updated monthly
Municipality population: Spanish National Statistics Institute (INE) updated monthly

Data is updated automatically on a regular basis. Climate and price figures are indicative and useful for comparing areas with each other; they don't replace a valuation or a visit.

Questions about Maspalomas

Is it windy in Maspalomas?

The prevailing wind is moderado. In practice it blows moderately: noticeable but pleasant — it cools without bothering you.

Is there much salt air in Maspalomas?

The salt-air level is high due to proximity to the sea: it's advisable to protect metalwork, shutters and vehicles. The altitude of 21 m also affects how much sea breeze reaches here.

Is there fibre optic in Maspalomas?

Yes, the area has fibre broadband coverage recorded. Combined with its 7,5 hours of sunshine a day, this is a point in favour of working remotely from here.

How much does it cost to live in Maspalomas?

According to the official assessed value (MIVAU, Q1 2026), buying a typical property comes to around 266.807 € and the reference monthly rent is around 1.001 €/month. The area's average price is 3.139 €/m². These are statistical averages for comparing areas, not the price of a specific property.

Are there hospitals or health centres near Maspalomas?

In the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana there are 3 hospitals and 14 health centres. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest hospital to the centre of the area is about 1,6 km away.

Are there schools in Maspalomas?

In the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana there are 5 schools. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest school to the centre of the area is about 1,2 km away.

Does Maspalomas have supermarkets and pharmacies?

In the municipality of San Bartolomé de Tirajana there are 51 supermarkets and 18 pharmacies. These are the ones recorded in OpenStreetMap for the whole municipality, not just this specific area. The nearest supermarket to the centre of the area is about 281 m away.

How high is Maspalomas?

At around 21 metres above sea level, practically at coastal level.

What's the climate like in Maspalomas?

Our climate comfort index, which combines hours of sunshine and wind, scores it 57 out of 100: a good climate. The average is 7,5 hours of sunshine a day.

Is Maspalomas in the north or south of Gran Canaria?

It's in the southern slope, sheltered from the trade winds: sunnier and drier all year round.

Who is Maspalomas a good fit for?

Families and those who want to live minutes from the beach without giving up everyday amenities.

Can you work remotely from Maspalomas?

You can: there's fibre broadband coverage in Maspalomas, the minimum requirement for reliable remote working. With a climate comfort score of 57/100, staying in to work from home isn't much of a burden for most of the year either.

What's the air quality like in Maspalomas?

The most recent reading shows 34 µg/m³ of PM10: air quality with light calima in the last recorded reading.

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