The Canary Islands are a very attractive destination for both Spaniards and foreigners due to their safety, warm climate 365 days a year, their biodiversity and their numerous natural parks and extensive beaches.
The Canary archipelago has a diversity of areas from remote and paradisiacal, with beautiful nature, to captivating and entertaining both to live, to make it your second home by the sea or to obtain a guaranteed return on your investment (tourism being the main economic activity, investing in a home can generate income as a result of the vacation rental).
If you are thinking of buying a home in Tenerife, we understand, since its ideal climate allows you to enjoy annual temperatures of around 20°C. Its inhabitants live comfortably throughout the year, since it is not very cold in winter or very hot in summer, rainfall is very scarce and the sky is always clear. Therefore, you can enjoy this climate by visiting its wonderful beaches, virgin coves where you can relax, specific beaches for different types of sports or simply beaches to spend a day with the family.
An important factor when it comes to finding a good place for your home is the fact that the entire island is oriented around Mount Teide. In this way, all locations are bordering the island or near the coast. Therefore, it is necessary to make a detailed search for the location that best meets the needs of each one, since the island is endowed with a great variety of places.
Therefore, we are going to talk about the best areas to buy a property in Tenerife, always taking into account all tastes and preferences.
The best areas to buy a property in Tenerife: Los Cristianos and Las Américas
It may seem strange, but two realities coexist on the island, Tenerife north and Tenerife south, and they have very different characteristics. The northern area is characterized by a more tropical and leafy landscape, and its beaches are black sand; on the other hand, in the south, the climate is hotter and drier. So we could say that the south is the main destination for beaches, leisure and good weather, while in the north you will find the most beautiful towns in Tenerife.
Los Cristianos, close to another tourist area such as Playa de Las Américas, has experienced strong urban expansion around its port and beach as a result of the ‘tourism boom’. It has a wide range of accommodation that includes apartments and hotels of all categories.
On the other hand, Tenerife South is the area with the highest number of tourists, where foreigners from all over the world have invested in buying a house to use it for several months of the year. Los Cristianos and Las Américas are located in the most extreme area of the south and are the places with the greatest affluence. Therefore, if you are thinking of investing in a second residence or vacation spot, this will be a very good option.
The best areas to buy a property in Tenerife: Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Santa Cruz de Tenerife is one of the most populated cities on the islands and is located in the north. It is an innovative and cosmopolitan city that welcomes both the local population and people from the peninsula and immigrants from various countries.
It is known worldwide for its carnival declared a Festival of International Tourist Interest, it has a very varied architecture, among which the Tenerife Auditorium stands out, one of the greatest exponents of contemporary architecture.
The best areas to buy a property in Tenerife: San Cristóbal de la Laguna
Better known as La Laguna, it is a municipality belonging to the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is 800 meters above sea level, which makes it a much cooler and more humid city in winter; although in the summer it is very hot.
It has been declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO thanks to its streets with great monuments and historic buildings. In addition, it has an important commercial activity, so you can find shopping centers, cinemas and places to walk or ride a bicycle very close to the place. Despite this, it must be said that there are no large buildings in La Laguna, which makes it more intimate and welcoming.
The best areas to buy a property in Tenerife: Güímar
It is located in the southeast of the island of Tenerife, just 28 km from Santa Cruz. Of this place it is necessary to emphasize, above all, the variety of wonderful beaches and the tranquility with which one lives daily. You cannot miss its good gastronomy, the immensity of nature and the cultural offer.
It is the ideal place to practice sports in the open air and in contact with nature. Moreover, its geographical location, halfway between the touristy south and the metropolitan area, is another of its attractions.
The best areas to buy a property in Tenerife: El Rosario
It is one of the most charming coastal areas of the island thanks to the tranquility offered by a family and relaxed environment. In addition, you can be in the countryside and mountains in the La Esperanza area, as well as the sea and the beach in Tabaiba and Radazul.
