Properties in Santa Catalina, Palma's vibrant city hub

The cosmopolitan city of Palma de Mallorca seduces both international visitors as well as local residents with its diversity, its cultural appeal and historical architecture. The Santa Catalina quarter of the city particularly stands out for its original flair and charming atmosphere where along the narrow, winding streets and amongst the delightful, renovated fishermen's houses there are inviting bars, trendy cafés and small boutiques tempting you to linger. Santa Catalina is also renowned for the superb gastronomical fare served in the many first-class restaurants. Engel & Völkers Mallorca real estate agents keeping you in the loop on where best to buy a flat or apartment - find out more about why to buy in charismatic Santa Catalina, Palma’s property hot spot!

1. Santa Catalina - the fashionable "place to be" for buying a property in Palma de Mallorca

Over the past few years, Santa Catalina has developed into one of the trendiest districts in all of Palma: not only the original, renovated cityscape of the former fishing district but also the gastronomical choice is a real pull for a young, modern, forward thinking target group looking for a lively, dynamic neighbourhood. A buyer of a modern apartment or penthouse with sea views in Santa Catalina will have a medley of international restaurants to choose from. Check out Duke, Sumaq or Isaan, for modern day Peruvian or Thai cuisine. One of our favourite restaurants is Vandal, which serves unusually presented tapas and main courses with an international twist. Whether you want an extensive breakfast in Santina or a cosy dinner with friends: In Santa Catalina you will always find the right venue.

When you decide to make the move and buy one of the fantastic properties for sale in Santa Catalina and you love cooking, you are going to be delighted! One of Mallorca's most varied year-round, indoor markets will be practically on your doorstep in the legendary Santa Catalina market hall. Relish the freshest Mediterranean produce and taste the typical dishes of the region along with international delicacies. The Mercat de Santa Catalina also offers spices from all over the world, local olive oils, spicy vinegars and sauces, Kobe and Charilaos beef, organic products and the freshest sushi on the island.

The Santa Catalina market has grown along with the neighbourhood and today provides fine delicacies and top-quality produce to discerning international clients as well as to the local residents. The area has been up and coming since the 90’s and is today a vibrant city hub with so much to offer. As well as the market you will find shops with the hottest fashion, lifestyle and living trends.  Want to live in the city, then Santa Catalina is a no brainer! If you want to own a home in Palma it is the place to buy, it is the coolest place to be seen, it is the perfect place to mingle and it is a great place to be incognito, simply a fascinating part of town to own a home in Palma. Get the latest on Santa Catalina property from the local real estate agent Engel & Völkers Mallorca!

2. Buying a flat or an apartment - current market trends in Santa Catalina​

Santa Catalina is considered one of the top locations to own property in Palma, it is centrally located, easily accessible and has undergone an incredible facelift since the 90’s. If you are considering buying an apartment here you should expect to pay an average asking price of between 600,000 and 700,000 Euros, depending on the size and fixtures and fittings. If it is a Santa Catalina townhouse you want, a price tag hovering between 2 and 2.3 million Euros is realistic. Irrespective of the specifications of a property, real estate agent Engel & Völkers Mallorca in Santa Catalina has recently registered stable, positive price increase, and no deviation from this upward movement is foreseeable in the coming months. Buying an apartment in Santa Catalina promises a grand lifestyle and a solid long-term investment. To find out more about the current market in Santa Catalina and the surrounding area, please request our free, informative Engel & Völkers Mallorca Market Report 2023-24!

3. Engel & Völkers Mallorca: your local real estate specialist in Santa Catalina

Whether you are looking for a holiday home or a first residence: Make the process easy, discover the best properties and close the best deal for you with specialist help from Engel & Völkers Mallorca: Our young and dedicated team of real estate agents are the experts in the local market, they will find you your new Santa Catalina home. Make the right move and have confidence in our local team and enjoy the benefits of a strong global brand with over 30 years of experience in Mallorca plus an invaluable network of contacts. Our services are available to you in English, Spanish, German, French and other languages. Find out more about our services!

4. The surrounding areas: top real estate locations close to Santa Catalina

Discover a wealth of interesting properties for sale in the immediate vicinity of Santa Catalina with Engel & Völkers real estate agency. Check out the Paseo Marítimo, renowned for the luxury yacht marinas, the palm-lined promenade and the exclusive shops in the area. Son Armadams is home to exclusive new build apartments and penthouses for sale with Engel & Völkers and from El Terreno you can enjoy beautiful views over the bay of Palma. Nearby La Bonanova, one of the quieter neighbourhoods, has a super selection of properties for sale that could be the holiday home you are looking for. Last but not least, San Agustín is another very interesting district for buying real estate in the westernmost part of the city of Palma, with easy access to the popular seaside resort of Cala Major.

Whether in Santa Catalina or nearby: Engel & Völkers will support you throughout the process of buying your new home on the island. Our real estate agents are happy to provide a free and non-binding consultation appointment with you regarding all aspects of real estate sales in Majorca! Simply get in touch via the web or call +34-971-23 85 84

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