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    Adeje

    Tenerife's upscale coastal anchor.

    🏠From €1100/mo
    ☀️365 days sun
    🚶11 min to beach
    🌍Expat-friendly area
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    The Vibe
    "Adeje is Tenerife's premium coastal anchor for international buyers and retirees — not a resort you pass through, but one you invest in."

    The District in Brief

    Adeje is Tenerife's premium coastal anchor for international buyers and retirees — not a resort you pass through, but one you invest in. Property here averages €4,913/sqm, sitting 113.6% above the Tenerife city average, with prime coastal zones like Costa Adeje pushing closer to €5,225/sqm (Fotocasa, April 2026). That premium buys year-round mild climate, beachfront proximity, and gross rental yields averaging 5.55%. Price growth of 79% since 2020 signals sustained institutional confidence, not speculative noise. If you're comparing districts on value, Adeje loses — if you're comparing on stability and yield, it wins.

    Who Lives Here

    Adeje carries one of the highest expat densities in the Canary Islands. British, German, and Scandinavian retirees dominate the residential base, clustering particularly around Costa Adeje and the urbanisations above Playa del Duque. Younger remote workers and lifestyle investors are a growing secondary layer, drawn by the airport proximity and rental income potential. The expat community is well-organised — English-speaking residents tend to gravitate toward café terraces along Avenida de Bruselas and the commercial strips near Las Americas for informal networking. There are 26 English-language services operating in the district, covering legal, financial, healthcare, and estate agency functions (RelocateIQ local data, April 2026).

    The local Spanish population is concentrated in the older town of Adeje itself, away from the coastal strip, and tends to work in tourism, hospitality, and construction. The social mix is relatively stratified — expat and local communities coexist but don't overlap heavily in daily life. Affluent families, both Spanish and international, are increasingly present, attracted by the safety profile and school provision. The district is not a melting pot; it's a comfortable, well-resourced enclave with clear demographic lanes.

    Property Market

    Purchase prices in Adeje reflect its Tier 1 status. Studios start at a median of €172,500, one-beds at €241,500, and two-beds at €345,000. Three-bedroom properties — the most common choice for families and investor landlords — sit at a median of €500,000, with four-beds reaching €690,000 and five-bed-plus stock commanding a median of €1,100,000. The district average of €4,913/sqm compares to a Tenerife provincial average of approximately €3,435/sqm, representing a 43% premium at the island level and 113.6% above the city average (Fotocasa, April 2026). Costa Adeje's prime coastal zone trades closer to €5,225/sqm.

    Rental prices follow the same upward curve. A furnished one-bed runs €1,300–€1,750/month; a furnished two-bed €1,650–€2,200/month; and a furnished three-bed €2,100–€2,800/month. Unfurnished equivalents sit roughly 15–20% lower across all bedroom types. The average rent per sqm per month across the district is €21.50 (Fotocasa, April 2026). Year-on-year purchase price growth stands at 8.6%, rental growth at 7.3%, and the three-year cumulative purchase growth is 29.3%. Five-year rental growth has reached 42.1%, underlining the structural demand from short-term tourism and long-term expat tenants.

    Forecasts remain bullish. The 2026 projection sits at €5,100–€5,450/sqm, representing approximately 6.3% growth, with 2027 forecast at €5,400–€5,800/sqm, a further 5.9% (Fotocasa, April 2026). Total purchase inventory stands at 475 listings and 367 rental listings — moderate rather than abundant. Average days on market is 97 overall, but well-priced coastal stock moves faster. Studios clear in 75 days on average; five-bed-plus properties take 125 days. Inventory is tightest at the four-bed and five-bed-plus level, with just 25 and 15 purchase listings respectively, making those segments genuinely supply-constrained.

    The Rental Market in Detail

    The Adeje rental market is heavily bifurcated between short-term tourist lets and long-term residential tenancies, and that tension shapes everything a prospective tenant or landlord encounters. Short-term demand from tourism platforms keeps furnished rental premiums elevated — across all bedroom types, furnished stock commands roughly €150–€400/month more than unfurnished equivalents (Fotocasa, April 2026). At the €1,500/month budget, a long-term tenant can realistically access a furnished one-bed at the upper end of its range (€1,300–€1,750/month) or a well-located studio with outdoor space. Seasonal demand peaks between November and April, when northern European retirees and winter-sun seekers compress available long-term stock and push asking rents upward. Landlords in this window frequently prioritise short-let income over stable tenancies.

    Foreign tenants should expect landlords to request three months' deposit, proof of income or pension statements, and in some cases a Spanish guarantor or bank guarantee — particularly for unfurnished properties where landlords assume longer commitment. The 367 rental listings across the district (Fotocasa, April 2026) provide reasonable choice, but competition for quality long-term furnished stock in Costa Adeje is real. Tenants who can demonstrate financial stability and commit to 12-month contracts are in a stronger negotiating position than those seeking flexibility, especially outside peak season when landlords are more willing to negotiate on price.

    Getting Around

    Adeje's walkability is strong within the town centre — Plaza de España is a 19-minute walk or 5-minute drive from central residential areas, and the nearest metro point, Adeje City Center, sits 795 metres away (RelocateIQ transport data, April 2026). Tenerife South Airport (Reina Sofía) is 21 minutes by car, making it one of the most airport-proximate residential districts on the island — a genuine advantage for frequent travellers and remote professionals. By public transit, the airport requires Bus 447 connecting to Bus 452, totalling 131 minutes — not practical for regular use. Playa del Duque is reachable in 11 minutes by car or 40 minutes on Bus 447. The district's transit score of 5 reflects honest limitations: a car is not optional for most residents.

    Daily Life

    Adeje's food and drink scene is anchored by a cluster of consistently high-rated venues. Mustang Sally's and The Green Room both hold 4.9/5 ratings, as does Café Gourmet, which serves as a reliable morning and afternoon meeting point for the expat community. La CocKteleria and Detroit's Tenerife round out the top-rated bar options at 4.9/5 and 4.8/5 respectively (RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). The district has 10 restaurants, 10 bars, and 10 cafés indexed — a solid concentration for a district of this size, though the offer skews toward international and tourist-facing menus rather than local Canarian cuisine.

    For daily logistics, residents have access to 9 supermarkets and 6 international supermarkets — enough to source European and British staples without a dedicated trip elsewhere (RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). There are 10 pharmacies, 10 gyms, and 5 coworking spaces, the latter making Adeje a workable base for remote professionals who need occasional desk access. The 26 English-language services — spanning legal, financial, and medical — mean that residents who never fully transition to Spanish-language administration can function without significant friction. Ten parks and green spaces provide outdoor options beyond the beach corridor, supporting the district's family and retiree demographic profile.

    Culture and Nightlife

    Adeje is not a cultural capital — there are no major theatres or museums in the district's immediate footprint. What it offers instead is a concentrated bar and restaurant scene anchored in Costa Adeje, with 10 bars, 10 restaurants, and 10 cafes logged across the district (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). Top-rated venues include Mustang Sally's, The Green Room, and La CocKteleria, all scoring 4.9/5. The nightlife score of 6/10 reflects a solid but resort-oriented offer: good for a relaxed evening out, thin for anyone expecting late-night club culture or arts programming. Day to day, the cultural rhythm here is outdoor, coastal, and food-led rather than performance or gallery-driven (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026).

    Safety

    Adeje scores 9/10 for safety — one of the highest ratings in the RelocateIQ dataset for Tenerife (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). In practice, this reflects a well-managed resort environment with visible security presence in coastal zones and low rates of serious crime. However, a nightlife score of 6/10 means there is meaningful evening foot traffic, particularly around Costa Adeje's bar strips. Noise from tourist activity and short-let properties is a realistic consideration, especially in high-season months. The safety score applies to personal security; it does not mean the area is quiet. Prospective residents near resort clusters should factor in ambient noise as a trade-off.

    Schools and Families

    Adeje records 10 schools and a family score of 8/10, making it one of the more genuinely family-suitable districts in South Tenerife (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026; Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). The presence of 26 English-language services across the district supports expat families navigating education and administration in a second language. Kindergarten provision is not separately itemised in the data, so parents should verify early-years availability directly. The combination of beachfront access, 10 parks, and high walkability (8/10) creates a practical day-to-day environment for families. The main honest caveat: school inventory of 10 is moderate, and international school places in premium resort areas can be competitive and costly.

    Investment Case

    Adeje's investment fundamentals are among the strongest in the Canary Islands. Gross yields range from 4.7%–5.9% on five-bed-plus properties up to 5.3%–6.5% on one-beds, with the district average sitting at 5.55% (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Studios and one-beds offer the sharpest yield profile for entry-level investors, with studios achieving 5.2%–6.4% at a median purchase price of €172,500. Inventory is deliberately constrained — just 475 purchase listings and 367 rental listings across all bedroom types — which keeps days-on-market elevated (97 days average) but sustains pricing power. The average price of €4,913/sqm sits 113.6% above the Tenerife city average, a premium that has held and grown because coastal supply in zones like Costa Adeje (€5,225/sqm) cannot be meaningfully expanded (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026).

    Capital growth reinforces the yield story. Prices have risen 8.6% year-on-year and 29.3% over three years, with rental values up 42.1% over five years (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). The 2026 forecast projects €5,100–€5,450/sqm (+6.3%), followed by €5,400–€5,800/sqm in 2027 (+5.9%). These are not speculative projections — they are underpinned by Tenerife South's status as a Tier 1 European tourism destination with year-round demand and no meaningful new coastal supply pipeline. For investors with a three-to-five-year horizon, the combination of strong yield, above-inflation capital growth, and structural scarcity makes Adeje one of the more defensible positions in the Spanish property market.

    Pros and Cons

    Strengths

    • Gross rental yields averaging 5.55%, with one-beds reaching up to 6.5% (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026)
    • Prices up 79% since 2020, with 8.6% YoY growth continuing into 2026 (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026)
    • Safety score of 9/10 — among the highest in South Tenerife (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026)
    • 26 English-language services supporting expat daily life (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026)
    • Direct airport access — 21 minutes by car to Tenerife South (Source: RelocateIQ transport data, April 2026)
    • Year-round mild climate sustaining both tourism demand and resident quality of life
    • Walkability score of 8/10 for a coastal resort district (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026)

    Trade-offs

    • Purchase prices 113.6% above Tenerife city average — entry costs are high (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026)
    • Transit score of 5/10; car dependency is real for anything beyond the immediate centre (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026)
    • Short-let pressure compresses long-term rental inventory to just 367 listings district-wide (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026)
    • Tourist-heavy environment means seasonal noise and crowd density, particularly in coastal zones
    • Value-for-money score of 6/10 reflects a district where cost of living runs roughly double the island average (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026)
    • 4-bed and 5-bed-plus inventory is extremely thin — 25 and 15 purchase listings respectively (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026)

    Who It Suits / Who Should Look Elsewhere

    This district works for: Adeje is well-matched to affluent retirees who want beachfront access, high personal safety, and an established English-speaking community without the complexity of a large Spanish city. It suits lifestyle investors seeking gross yields of 5.55% in a market with a demonstrable five-year capital growth track record (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Remote professionals who travel frequently will value the 21-minute drive to Tenerife South Airport and the five coworking spaces in the district. Families with school-age children can function well here given the 10 schools, high walkability, and 26 English-language services (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026).

    This district is wrong for: Budget renters will find Adeje unworkable — furnished one-beds start at €1,300/month and the value-for-money score is 6/10 against a cost base roughly double the island average (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). Anyone reliant on public transport should look elsewhere: the transit score of 5/10 reflects a bus network that is functional but slow, with the airport requiring a 131-minute transit journey versus 21 minutes by car (Source: RelocateIQ transport data, April 2026). Urban dwellers expecting dense cultural programming, late-night venues, or walkable city infrastructure will find the resort-oriented offer limiting. Nightlife seekers specifically should note the district scores only 6/10 in that category.

    District Review

    Living in Adeje, Tenerife

    The Expat Community

    British, German, and Irish expats form the core community in Adeje, numbering several thousand concentrated in Costa Adeje's resort enclaves and gated complexes. The scene feels established, with two-decade-old networks around golf courses and beaches, less transient than in party-focused Playa de las Americas. Newcomers benefit from widespread English in estate agents, clinics, and bars, easing daily tasks like banking at La Caixa branches. Social integration happens via expat Facebook groups and beach clubs, though inland areas remain more Spanish-speaking and local. Overall, Adeje tilts international without losing its Canary Islands base.

    Primary residents: Affluent expats, retirees, and tourism investors primarily live in Adeje.

    ✓ What We Love
    • High rental yields 5.55%
    • Beachfront access
    • Year-round mild climate
    • Strong price growth 79% since 2020
    • Expat-friendly services
    • Airport proximity
    ⚠ Worth Knowing
    • Tourist crowds
    • High costs double island average
    • Limited public transit
    • Short-let rental pressure
    • Seasonal price volatility

    Best For

    RetireesInvestorsAffluent familiesRemote professionals

    Less Ideal For

    Budget rentersNightlife seekersTransit dependentsUrban dwellers
    Daily Life Costs

    Your money goes further
    than you think.

    🏠
    1-bed apartment
    €1300/mo
    Adeje, furnished, bills not included
    vs £2654/mo in London
    ☕
    Morning coffee
    €1.30
    vs £2.65 in London
    🍺
    Draught beer
    €2.20
    vs £4.49 in London
    🛒
    Weekly groceries
    €90
    2 people, Mercadona vs £184 in London
    🏋️
    Gym membership
    €30
    Full facility, monthly vs £61 in London
    💰
    A couple moving from London could save €1,900 per month on an equivalent lifestyle — without compromising on quality of life.
    Based on ExpatWires/Numbeo/SpainEasy 2025-2026, updated 2026-02-26
    Getting Around

    Everything on foot.
    Your car stays in the garage.

    🚶
    80%
    Walkable
    🚌
    50%
    Transit
    🚏
    3
    Bus Rtes
    🚇
    Adeje - City Center
    Nearest metro

    See where Adeje sits in Tenerife — hover any district to see 2-bed pricing, or click to explore.

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    📍
    Plaza de España, Adeje
    19
    minutes on foot
    🚶 Walk
    Bus 447
    ✈️
    Tenerife South Airport (Reina Sofía)
    21
    minutes by car
    🚗 Drive
    Bus 447 → Bus 452
    📍
    Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    35
    minutes by transit
    🚌 Transit
    Bus 447
    🏖️
    Playa del Duque, Costa Adeje
    40
    minutes by transit
    🚌 Transit
    Bus 447

    Commute Reality

    The nearest metro station is Adeje - City Center. 3 bus routes within walking distance.

    Local Life

    Everything you need. And quite a lot you didn't know you wanted.

    Lidl
    supermarket
    Lidl
    ★★★★4.3· 4.5K reviews
    Av. Barranco las Torres, s/n, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    Mercadona
    supermarket
    Mercadona
    ★★★★4.3· 4K reviews
    Almar Tenerife
    restaurant
    Almar Tenerife
    7 min walk to Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.8· 2.9K reviews
    Delhi Darbar
    restaurant
    Delhi Darbar
    6 min walk to Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.7· 2.7K reviews
    HiperDino
    supermarket
    HiperDino
    10 min walk to Plaza de España, Adeje
    ★★★★4.3· 2.5K reviews
    TU TREBOL Adeje
    supermarket
    TU TREBOL Adeje
    ★★★★4.1· 2.3K reviews
    Rest. Casa Juan (Adeje)
    restaurant
    Rest. Casa Juan (Adeje)
    3 min walk to Plaza de España, Adeje
    ★★★★★4.7· 1.9K reviews
    Av. Viera y Clavijo, 12, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    HiperDino Fañabé
    supermarket
    HiperDino Fañabé
    ★★★★4.2· 1.8K reviews
    Restaurant Sebastian
    restaurant
    Restaurant Sebastian
    4 min walk to Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.7· 1.4K reviews
    El Olivo Restaurante
    restaurant
    El Olivo Restaurante
    8 min walk to Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.6· 1K reviews
    NexsportClub Adeje.
    gym
    NexsportClub Adeje.
    ★★★★4.1· 795 reviews
    Picamar Tapas Bistrò
    restaurant
    Picamar Tapas Bistrò
    1 min walk to Estación de Guaguas Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.8· 699 reviews
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    Property & Market

    The numbers make as much sense
    as the lifestyle.

    Adeje commands a 113.6% premium over the Tenerife city average. Select your bedroom type and toggle between renting and buying to see the full picture.

    Total purchase inventory475properties for sale
    Total rental inventory367properties to rent
    Avg price per m²€4,913+113.6% vs city avg
    2026 price forecast€5,100–€5,450per m²

    Market Conditions

    The Adeje market remains resilient and upward-trending in Q1 2026, with average prices at 4,913/m² reflecting its prime positioning, up from provincial 3,435/m². Inventory is moderate at 475 purchase listings, with quick sales for well-priced properties (avg 97 days on market) favoring sellers in high-demand coastal zones. Rental demand is robust, driven by short-term tourism, yielding 5.55% gross with strong liquidity.[1][2][3]

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    Services & Practicalities

    Everything you need is here. Most of it in English.

    🏥
    Healthcare
    19 pharmacies, clinics & doctors nearby
    English Spoken
    ⚖️
    Legal & Admin
    17 lawyers, gestorías & tax advisors nearby
    English Spoken
    🎓
    Education
    10 schools, nurseries & kindergartens nearby
    Translation Available
    🛒
    Daily Essentials
    15 supermarkets, laundry & libraries nearby
    Translation Available
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    English-speaking essentials
    Verified professionals who work in English within this district
    🏥 Medical
    Family Doctors Medical Center Adeje
    Family Doctors Medical Center Adeje
    ★★★★★4.6· 330 reviews
    Rosa Center, Calle El Horno, 26 Centro comercial, Planta 1, Local 8, 38678 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Family Doctors Medical Center Costa Adeje
    Family Doctors Medical Center Costa Adeje
    ★★★★★4.6· 214 reviews
    Comercial Mar Bella, Av. Virgen de Guadalupe, 2, Local 3 Centro, 38679 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Costa Adeje Medical Doctors El Duque | Medical Centre - Nursing
    Costa Adeje Medical Doctors El Duque | Medical Centre - Nursing
    ★★★★★4.6· 184 reviews
    Residencial Habitats El Duque, C. Londres, 16, 38679 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Doctor Johnson’s Yucca Park Medical Centre | General Practitioner
    Doctor Johnson’s Yucca Park Medical Centre | General Practitioner
    ★★★★★4.9
    C. Londres, 8, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Denterife
    Denterife
    ★★★★★4.8
    C. Charfa, 24, suite 8b, 38679 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Dental Internacional | Clínica dental en Adeje | Tenerife
    Dental Internacional | Clínica dental en Adeje | Tenerife
    ★★★★★4.7
    Residencial Las Torres, C. Tagara, s/n, local 14, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    CLINICA DENTAL ADEJE
    CLINICA DENTAL ADEJE
    ★★★★★4.9
    Av. de la Constitución, 52, Bajo E, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Clínica Dental Plaza Adeje
    Clínica Dental Plaza Adeje
    ★★★★★4.9
    Pl. César Manrique, 10, local 2, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Clínica Dental Carolina Concepción
    Clínica Dental Carolina Concepción
    ★★★★★4.8
    C. Piedra Redonda, 34-A, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    ⚖️ Legal
    IRINA ZHAY ABOGADOS
    IRINA ZHAY ABOGADOS
    ★★★★★5.0· 201 reviews
    Av. Barranco las Torres, 10, 1ª PLANTA OF. 4A, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Documentos Express Adeje
    Documentos Express Adeje
    ★★★★★4.9· 170 reviews
    C. Manuel Bello Ramos, 74, Dcha, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Best Legal Abogados Extranjería
    Best Legal Abogados Extranjería
    ★★★★★4.8
    Residencial Parque del Galeón, Av. de los Vientos, Número 6, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Best Legal Abogados Tenerife
    Best Legal Abogados Tenerife
    ★★★★★4.8
    Av. de la Constitución, 31, Planta Baja Puerta 4A, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Silga Asesoria
    Silga Asesoria
    ★★★★4.0
    C. Manuel Bello Ramos, 4, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    MERAB DEKANO ABOGADO LAWYER АДВОКАТ
    MERAB DEKANO ABOGADO LAWYER АДВОКАТ
    ★★★★★5.0
    Av. Barranco las Torres, 10, Planta 1, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    English Speaking Lawyer Sergio García Valenta
    English Speaking Lawyer Sergio García Valenta
    ★★★★★5.0
    Av. de la Constitución, 33, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Gestoría Aura Tenerife S.L.
    Gestoría Aura Tenerife S.L.
    ★★★★★5.0
    Calle Alemania 11, C.C. Patio Canario, local 4, San Eugenio Alto, 38660, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    C&C Asesores Costa Adeje, Gestoría Costa Adeje
    C&C Asesores Costa Adeje, Gestoría Costa Adeje
    ★★★★4.1
    Calle Principe Pelinor, 14, 38670 Adeje Casco, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    💼 Financial
    Adriana de la Nuez Asesores SLP
    Adriana de la Nuez Asesores SLP
    ★★★★★4.9
    Complejo Colina Blanca, C. Irlanda, local 4A, 38660 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Ucanca Asesores SL
    Ucanca Asesores SL
    ★★★★★5.0
    C. Manuel Bello Ramos, 66, BAJO(FRENTE CENTRO SALUD, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Asesoría y Administración de fincas - Olaya González
    Asesoría y Administración de fincas - Olaya González
    ★★★★★5.0
    C. el Cerco, 2, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    CABRERA RODRIGUEZ ETL GLOBAL
    CABRERA RODRIGUEZ ETL GLOBAL
    ★★★★4.0
    C. Paises Bajos, 2, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Marcos Cabrera SL
    Marcos Cabrera SL
    ★★★★★5.0
    C. los Sabandeños, 6, 38650 Los Cristianos, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Blevins Franks Wealth Management Ltd
    Blevins Franks Wealth Management Ltd
    ★★★★★4.8
    Ferrari Business Centre - Office 9, C. El Brezo, 5, 38679 Tenerife, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    C.B. Canarias Técnica Contable
    C.B. Canarias Técnica Contable
    ★★★★★4.7
    C. Concepcion Garcia Alvarez, 10, 38670 Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    Padilla & Asociados
    Padilla & Asociados
    ★★★3.0
    C.C. Aquamall, s/n, Av. de Moscú, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    English Spoken
    There is an established expat community in this district. Facebook groups, WhatsApp networks, and regular meetups make the first months significantly easier than going it alone.
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Adeje

    Adeje runs at roughly double the island average for day-to-day costs, reflected in its value-for-money score of 6/10 (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). Furnished rental for a one-bed starts at €1,300/month and reaches €1,750/month; a two-bed furnished runs €1,650–€2,200/month (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Groceries and dining in the resort zone carry a tourist premium, though the six international supermarkets in the district provide some competitive pricing (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). Budget accordingly — this is not a cost-of-living arbitrage destination.

    Non-EU buyers and EU nationals alike can purchase property in Spain without restriction. You will need a NIE (Número de Identificación de Extranjero), a Spanish bank account, and a notary-executed escritura to complete a purchase. Average days on market in Adeje sit at 97 days overall, though well-priced coastal properties move faster (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Engaging a local gestor and independent solicitor is strongly recommended given the volume of English-speaking services — 26 are logged in the district — but legal due diligence should not be skipped on the basis of language comfort (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026).

    Short-let tourism demand is the dominant force in Adeje's rental market, which compresses long-term inventory to 367 listings district-wide (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Long-term furnished rentals are available but command premium pricing — one-beds from €1,300/month, two-beds from €1,650/month. Rental values have grown 42.1% over five years and 7.3% year-on-year, so rents are rising (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Long-term tenants should expect competition for quality stock and should be prepared to move quickly — average rental days on market are lower than purchase equivalents across all bedroom types.

    Adeje scores 9/10 for safety in the RelocateIQ dataset — one of the highest scores recorded for any South Tenerife district (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). In practice, this means low rates of serious crime and a well-managed resort environment with visible security in coastal zones. The nightlife score of 6/10 indicates meaningful evening activity, particularly around Costa Adeje's bar areas, so noise and tourist foot traffic are real considerations for residents near those zones. Personal security risk is low; ambient disruption from tourism is a separate and honest trade-off.

    Expat density in Adeje is classified as high, with affluent expats and retirees forming the primary resident base alongside tourism investors (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). The district has 26 English-language services — covering legal, medical, financial, and retail needs — which is a practical indicator of how embedded the English-speaking community is (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026). Top-rated bars including Mustang Sally's and The Green Room reflect an English-oriented social scene. This is not an immersion destination; it is a district where you can function entirely in English if needed.

    Technically yes, but not comfortably. The transit score is 5/10, and the primary public route — Bus 447 — connects the district centre to key points but with significant time penalties (Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). Tenerife South Airport is 21 minutes by car and 131 minutes by transit; Playa del Duque is 11 minutes by car and 40 minutes by bus (Source: RelocateIQ transport data, April 2026). Walkability within the immediate district centre scores 8/10, so errands and local dining are manageable on foot. For anything beyond the core — including the airport, the main bus station, or coastal beaches — a car is the practical default.

    Adeje carries a family score of 8/10 and has 10 schools, 10 parks, and 26 English-language services logged in the district (Source: RelocateIQ local data, April 2026; Source: RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026). The high walkability score of 8/10 and beachfront access make the physical environment functional for families. The honest caveat is that school inventory is moderate and international school places in premium resort areas are typically competitive and expensive — families should verify availability and fees before committing. The district is not primarily designed around families, but it accommodates them better than most South Tenerife resort zones.

    The 2026 forecast projects average prices of €5,100–€5,450/sqm (+6.3%), rising to €5,400–€5,800/sqm in 2027 (+5.9%) (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Gross yields average 5.55% across the district, with one-beds and studios offering the strongest returns at up to 6.5% and 6.4% respectively. Prices are already 113.6% above the Tenerife city average, a premium sustained by structural coastal supply constraints — particularly in zones like Costa Adeje at €5,225/sqm (Source: Fotocasa, April 2026). Three-year cumulative growth of 29.3% and five-year rental growth of 42.1% indicate this is not a speculative market but a maturing one with continued upward momentum.