Old-town houses
Stone houses in Pollença and inside Alcúdia's walls are often old, extended upwards and sometimes catalogued. Check the licence history, roof terraces, party walls with neighbours, and any heritage protection before planning works. Surfaces in the registry often understate the real built area.
Apartments and coastal communities
In Port de Pollença and Port d'Alcúdia, many buyers acquire apartments in older complexes. Ask for the community's certificate of debts, minutes and statutes, and check whether major works are planned. Seafront buildings may be affected by the Coastal Law protection zone, which limits works.
Rural homes and fincas
The countryside around Pollença and Alcúdia includes protected areas near the Tramuntana and the Albufera wetlands. Rustic land rules decide what can be extended or legalised. See rural property in Mallorca.
Holiday letting and existing occupation
| Property | Holiday rental position |
|---|---|
| Apartment in a multi-dwelling building | No new licences across the Balearics since 2025 |
| House with existing licence | Verify licence, capacity, registration and transfer |
| House without licence | Depends on zoning and available tourist places |
If the property is let, agree how bookings or tenancies are handled at completion. Read buying a property with a tourist licence in Mallorca.
Port de Pollença, Cala Sant Vicenç and Formentor
The coastal settlements of Pollença each have their own character. Port de Pollença combines apartments and seafront villas along the bay, often in older buildings close to the coast. Cala Sant Vicenç has villas on steep plots near protected land, and the Formentor peninsula is largely protected natural area with very few properties. In each case, the Coastal Law and natural protections must be checked, and holiday-rental rules weigh heavily on the value of apartments.
Alcúdia's old town and the bay
Inside Alcúdia's medieval walls, houses are protected by heritage rules and are often small and old. Along the bay, from Port d'Alcúdia to Platja de Muro, apartments and hotels dominate. Some coastal properties are near the S'Albufera natural park, where environmental rules apply. Buyers should check community finances in older complexes, as many buildings from the 1970s and 1980s need significant works.
A note for long-stay owners
The north attracts many owners who spend long periods on the island. Non-EU owners, including British citizens, should plan their stays around the 90 days in 180 rule or obtain a visa, and everyone who spends more than 183 days a year in Spain should consider whether they become Spanish tax residents.
From offer to registered ownership
- Preliminary registry and cadastre check before reserving.
- Full due diligence suited to the type of property.
- Arras contract with conditions and deadlines.
- Completion at the notary and payment of taxes.
- Registration and change of records.
Read the full Mallorca buying guide. We act throughout Mallorca; for other legal matters in English, see Castell.law.
Before you pay a deposit, ask a lawyer
Send us the listing or the document you have been asked to sign. An English-speaking property lawyer will tell you what needs checking and what it could cost you not to.
Frequently asked questions
Can I rent an apartment in Port de Pollença to tourists?
New licences for apartments are prohibited. An existing licence must be checked carefully before buying.
Are old houses in Pollença protected?
Some are catalogued. Check the protection level before planning renovations.
Do I need a survey for an old-town house?
It is strongly advisable, to check structure, roofs, damp and unlicensed additions.
How long does a purchase take?
Usually six to ten weeks for a resale.