Rent in Granada vs Marbella
Granada · Andalucía — Málaga · Andalucía · INE data 2026
Renting in Granada is 19% cheaper than in Marbella. The difference is €138/month — a saving of €1,656 per year.
€572/month in Granada vs €710/month in Marbella. National average: €648/month.
Context
Granada and Marbella are both located in Andalucía, making them comparable in terms of the labour market and public services. Granada is the more affordable option, saving €138/month compared to Marbella. Unemployment in Granada (17.9%) is higher than in Marbella (10%), which may affect rental demand and purchasing power.
Estimated rent
Granada
572€/month
Marbella
710€/month
Annual change
Granada
+3%
Marbella
+3.3%
INE index (base 2015=100)
Granada
119.1
Marbella
122.4
vs national average
Granada
-76€
Marbella
+62€
Population
Granada
233,975
Marbella
159,786
Per capita income
Granada
16,024€
Marbella
13,384€
Rent-to-income ratio
Granada
42.8%
Marbella
63.7%
Where is it better to rent?
In terms of rent, Granada is the more affordable option at €572/month, 19% less than Marbella (€710/month). Living in Granada saves €1,656 per year compared to Marbella.
Granada
Granada · Andalucía
572€/month
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Marbella
Málaga · Andalucía
710€/month
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Official source
Instituto Nacional de Estadística
Organismo estadístico oficial del Estado español
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