The 6 beautiful Spanish towns that are paying Brits to live there - full list

With housing prices continuing to rise across much of the UK, it's no wonder that many Brits have begun to abandon the country in favour of other European destinations. Conveniently, local councils in Spain have decided to latch onto this trend in an attempt to solve their own housing crisis.

Dotted across the Spanish countryside are various idyllic rural towns that are slowly becoming deserted as locals continue to relocate to bigger cities. Now, local councils are putting in a monetary effort to stop this depopulation crisis and are offering cash grants, free land for new builds and even jobs if you move there. Here, Brits could be receiving welcome grants of several thousand Euros, or purchase a parcel of land for as little as €1,300 (£1,125). Revealed below are the six beautiful Spanish towns that you could be paid to move to if you fancy a change of scenery.

Ponga, Asturias

Tucked in the mountains in the Asturias region of northwestern Spain lies the picturesque municipality and town of Ponga. For those craving a home surrounded by nature, this area is known for its stunning beauty, particularly within the nearby Redes Natural Park, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. The area has become a popular destination for keen hikers, boasting rugged mountains, dense forests, including the Peloño and dramatic gorges like the Desfiladero de los Beyos.

Several years ago, the Ponga council said it would offer a couple who decided to move there and settle permanently an impressive €3,000 (£2,595) welcome grant. If they had a baby, they would receive another €3,000.

Olmeda de la Cuesta, Cuenca

In a bid to tackle depopulation in one of Spain's oldest villages, Olmeda de la Cuesta's council has put plots of land up for auction at unbeatable prices. According to the Spanish National Institute of Statistics, as of 2024 the town had just 20 inhabitants, having been home to 458 people in 1940. Another innovative proposal is the creation of the Open-Air Advertising Museum, where the facades of houses display reproductions of iconic advertising posters made of ceramic, which has turned the municipality into a unique tourist attraction.

In Olmeda de la Cuesta, you can purchase land up to 2,207 square feet for €200 (£173) to around €1,300 (£1,125). The only rule is that you have to build a home or business within the next few years.

A Xesta, Pontevedra

San Fiz da Xesta is a picturesque village in the Lalin region of Pontevedra, Galicia, in northwest Spain. In 2011, the population was just 252, down from 271 in 1999. The local church of Saint Fiz is the main attraction in the village.

For those wishing to experience life in the heart of Galicia, rent prices are incredibly low. According to The Olive Press, short-term rentals cost as little as €100 (£86) a month and between €300 (£260) and €600 (3173) per month as of early 2025.

Rubiá, Galicia

Also in Galicia lies the pretty town of Rubiá within the Serra da Enciña da Lastra natural park. The area is known for its natural beauty, including the Penedos do Oulego mountain towers, the Val do Inferno ravine, and the Sil river gorge, making it the perfect place to escape the chaos of life in the UK.

Here, you could be offered between €100 (£87) and €150 (£130) per month towards your living costs. The village also offers housing options starting from as little as €50 (£43) a month.

Griegos, Aragón

Tucked away amongst the Sierra de Albarracín mountains sits the town of Griegos in Teruel, Aragon. Located at the foot of the Muela de San Juan, it is set in a natural setting dominated by Scots pine forests and high mountain meadows. What's more, if you want to escape the heat that often descends on Spain, Griegos has actually been called the coldest town in the country, thanks to its altitude of nearly 5,300 feet above sea level.

Today, just 140 people call this village home, so new families are now being offered three months of rent free. After this period, rent is set at just €225 (£195) per month. On top of this, a discount is available if you bring along kids to attend the local school, with €50 (£43) off for each child enrolled. New residents are also helped with accessing employment opportunities.

Almadrones, Castilla-La Mancha

Just 60 people call the town of Almadrones in Guadalajara, Castilla-La Mancha, home today, despite the fact it lies just a one-hour drive from Madrid. In a bid to reverse this, a private company Rebollo and Díaz will provide free housing, all your meals and €1,100 (£952) to €1,600 (£1,384) a month to live here.

Employment at the company is also offered to help continue the growth of the town.