Spain's Rural Strategy: Affordable Housing and Infrastructure Investment to Combat Depopulation
Villages in Spain implement strategies, including affordable housing, to combat rural depopulation.
Key Points
- • Villages in Aragón seek residents with affordable housing and job opportunities.
- • Novillas offers homes from €50,000 and jobs mainly in agriculture.
- • Cedillo emphasizes infrastructure investment during rural festivities.
- • 228 villages in Spain listed on 'Vente a vivir a un pueblo' platform.
In a proactive response to rural depopulation, various villages across Spain, particularly in Aragón, are implementing initiatives to attract new residents. The platform 'Vente a vivir a un pueblo' is connecting individuals with villages that offer affordable housing and job opportunities. For instance, Novillas, a Zaragoza village, provides homes starting at €50,000 and rents from €300 per month. Job availability primarily focuses on agriculture, and local amenities include schools and health services, crucial for attracting families and remote workers.
Additionally, an emphasis on improving quality services and infrastructure was highlighted by local leader Cedillo during a visit to Torralba de Oropesa on August 6, 2025. He noted that investment in these areas is essential to address the depopulation crisis in the Campana de Oropesa region. Cedillo’s remarks underscore a larger commitment to developing sustainable infrastructure that meets the needs of rural communities.
In total, 228 villages are listed on the 'Vente a vivir a un pueblo' platform, with Castilla y León having the most offerings. This initiative aims to promote the benefits of rural living, offering potential newcomers a desirable lifestyle and supportive community environment.