If you're budgeting for a property purchase in Spain, the short answer is: a professional home inspection typically costs between €189 and around €1,500+, depending on the property's type, size, and how much detail the inspection covers. Below is the full breakdown, plus what actually drives the price up or down.
What Is the Average Price of a Home Inspection in Spain?
Prices vary by property, but as a general guide, a HouseDoctor inspection starts at €189 for a small apartment with our Minimal package, and can run past €1,500 for a large villa with our most detailed Extended package. Most buyers land somewhere in between.
Approximate Cost by Property Type and Size
- Small apartment: €189 – €427
- Medium apartment: €226 – €554
- Large apartment: €338 – €948
- Small house / villa: €345 – €676
- Medium house / villa: €448 – €896
- Large house / villa: €766 – €1,532
These ranges span our Minimal to Extended package tiers — see below for what's actually different between them. For an exact figure, use the pricing calculator on our homepage: select your property type, size, and package for an instant total.
What Affects the Price of a Home Inspection?
1. Size and Type of Property
Larger properties simply take longer to inspect thoroughly — more rooms, more systems, more square meters of roof and structure to check. A villa with a pool and outbuildings will always cost more than a one-bedroom apartment inspected to the same depth.
2. Inspection Package: Minimal, Standard, or Extended
Unlike a flat one-size-fits-all fee, our price scales with how much you want covered. A Minimal inspection focuses on the essentials — structure, roof, electrical, and plumbing safety. Standard adds detailed checks across every major system. Extended goes further still, covering finer-grained items like landscaping, irrigation, and secondary fixtures. You choose the depth that matches how much risk you're comfortable leaving unchecked.
3. Number of Checkpoints Covered
Every HouseDoctor inspection covers 250+ checkpoints using professional diagnostic equipment — thermal cameras, moisture meters, and more. The package you choose determines how many of those checkpoints are inspected and reported on for your specific property.
4. Location Within Spain
We inspect properties across Alicante, Benidorm, Torrevieja, Valencia, and Murcia. Travel to the property is factored into scheduling rather than charged as a separate surcharge.
5. Turnaround Time
Every inspection, regardless of package, includes a full written report with photos delivered within 48 hours. There's no separate "rush fee" tier — 48 hours is the standard.
Does the Price Change for a Home Inspection in Alicante Specifically?
No — our pricing is structured by property type, size, and package, not by city. A small apartment inspection in Alicante costs the same as the same-sized apartment inspection in Valencia or Murcia: from €189 with the Minimal package. What can vary by city is scheduling availability, not the price itself.
Is It Worth Paying for a Home Inspection?
Many buyers hesitate at the cost, but a good inspection routinely pays for itself. A written report with clear findings is what puts you in a position to negotiate the purchase price or request repairs before you sign — not after, when it's far more expensive to fix. Skipping the inspection to save a few hundred euros can end up costing thousands in repairs you never budgeted for.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a home inspection cost in Spain?
Prices start at €189 for a small apartment with our Minimal package, and typically range up to €1,500+ for a large villa with our most detailed Extended package. Use our pricing calculator for an exact figure based on your property.
What is included in a Minimal inspection package?
A Minimal inspection covers the essential structural, roof, electrical, and plumbing checks needed to catch the most serious and costly issues, without the exhaustive detail of our Standard or Extended packages.
Does the price include a written report?
Yes. Every inspection, regardless of package, includes a full written report with photos, delivered within 48 hours.
Can I get an exact price before booking?
Yes — use our pricing calculator to select your property type, size, and package for an instant estimate, or contact us directly on WhatsApp for a tailored quote.