Expat Exchange
Free MembershipSign In

Cost of Living in Marbella, Spain

By Joshua Wood, LPC

Last updated on May 05, 2023

Summary: The cost of living in Marbella, Spain is generally considered to be quite high. A nice one bedroom apartment in Marbella can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $2,000 per month, while a nice two bedroom apartment can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $3,000 per month. The cost of dinner at a moderately priced restaurant in Marbella can range from $15 to $30 per person.

Balcells Group Lawyers
Balcells Group Lawyers
Balcells Group Lawyers
Balcells Group Lawyers

Is the cost of living in Marbella high?

We asked people how much they someone comfortably live on in Marbella, they wrote:

"The cost of living in Marbella is generally considered to be higher than the average for Spain. Rent prices tend to be higher than in other parts of the country, and groceries and other everyday items can also be more expensive. Eating out in restaurants can also be more costly than in other parts of Spain. However, Marbella is a popular tourist destination and there are many deals and discounts available for visitors," said one expat in Marbella.

Answer this Question

Balcells Group LawyersBalcells Group Lawyers
Connect

With over 40 years of professional experience, Balcells Group provides legal advice on immigration, business, real estate, and tax. They help individuals, companies, investors, students, entrepreneurs, highly-qualified professionals, digital nomads, and more, to enjoy successful law processes in Spain by guiding their clients every step of the way. They speak Spanish, English, Catalan and Russian.

Click connect to have our partner contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

Balcells Group LawyersBalcells Group Lawyers

With over 40 years of professional experience, Balcells Group provides legal advice on immigration, business, real estate, and tax. They help individuals, companies, investors, students, entrepreneurs, highly-qualified professionals, digital nomads, and more, to enjoy successful law processes in Spain by guiding their clients every step of the way. They speak Spanish, English, Catalan and Russian.
Connect

Click connect to have our partner contact you via e-mail and/or phone.

Will I save money living in Marbella?

Please login to continue reading this article.

Not a member? Join Today (it's free).

About the Author

Joshua Wood Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.

Balcells Group Lawyers
Balcells Group Lawyers

Balcells Group provides immigration, business, legal, and tax advice to individuals, companies, investors, students, entrepreneurs, highly-qualified professionals, digital nomads, and more. They speak English, Spanish, Catalan, and Russian.
Learn More

Balcells Group LawyersBalcells Group Lawyers

Balcells Group provides immigration, business, legal, and tax advice to individuals, companies, investors, students, entrepreneurs, highly-qualified professionals, digital nomads, and more. They speak English, Spanish, Catalan, and Russian.
Learn More

Contribute to Spain Network Contribute
Help others in Spain by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Spain.

Balcells Group Lawyers
Balcells Group Lawyers

Copyright 1997-2024 Burlingame Interactive, Inc.

Privacy Policy Legal