Spain: Tens of thousands protest nationwide housing crisis – DW – 04/06/2025
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Spanish tenants' associations called for a day of national protest over real estate speculation. Renters are increasingly unable to afford housing as the property business booms.

Summary

Tens of thousands are expected to protest across 40 Spanish cities Saturday over soaring rents and housing speculation.

Organizers, led by tenants’ groups, demand forced rent cuts, eviction protections, and social housing expansion, accusing investors and the government of fueling a housing crisis.

Rents have doubled in a decade, with 40% of renters now spending 40% of their income on housing.

Critics call the protests radical, while PM Pedro Sanchez backs rent caps and foreign ownership restrictions. Barcelona plans to phase out short-term rentals by 2028 to ease pressure.