Your relocation to Valencia starts with the right guidance.
Relocation services in Valencia for families, expats and retirees — from finding a home to settling in, we guide you every step of the way.
At Livin’Valencia, we provide independent relocation and home buying services in Valencia for international families, expats and retirees. We’ve helped 250+ people navigate this move — finding the right home, handling the paperwork, and making sure nothing important gets missed. We’ve made this move ourselves. We know what it takes.
We start with a short, no-obligation 15-minute video call to listen, understand your needs, and map realistic next steps.
Our Core Services
Comprehensive Support for Your Move to Valencia
At Livin’Valencia, we guide individuals and families in settling into Valencia through every step of the process, from choosing the right home to understanding the local systems. Here are the six areas where we provide hands-on, independent support.
Pre-Move Planning
We help you prepare before arriving: timeline, housing goals, key documents, and what to expect.
Home Search
We support you in finding the right property, whether buying or renting, with full independence and legal care.
School Search
We help you explore and apply to international, bilingual, or local schools that suit your child’s profile.
Neighborhood Advice
We guide you through Valencia’s neighborhoods and surroundings to find the best fit for your lifestyle.
Administrative Help
We assist with essential steps: bank accounts, padrón, insurance, Visa assistance for non-EU, and trusted legal coordination.
Expert Access
We connect you with reliable real estate & immigration lawyers, tax advisors, and contractors. No commissions, just people we trust.
Feasibility Consultation
Not sure how to start your move to Valencia? Book a short, no-obligation call — we’ll understand your situation and map out realistic next steps together.
This consultation helps you understand what’s achievable today, how the market works in practice, and what your next steps should be.
What we do for you
Our relocation & home buying services in Valencia — step by step.
Before you arrive
We understand your move
A real conversation to understand your situation — your timeline, your priorities, your concerns. We map out what’s realistic and build a plan together. No generic checklists.
During your move
We find your home in Valencia
Independent property search, accompanied viewings, contract review, negotiations — we’re with you at every step, working only for you. Not for landlords or sellers.
After your arrival
We help you settle into your new home
Utilities, bank account, padrón, school applications, local recommendations — the move doesn’t end when you get the keys. We stay close until you’re truly at home.
Relocation and Home Buying Services
Supporting Your Journey in Valencia.
Discover how we make your move to Valencia a seamless experience. We offer a range of services tailored for expats, retirees, families, and businesses.
Family Relocation
Make moving stress-free for your family. We specialize in helping families find the right schools, neighborhoods, and homes that suit their unique needs.
Expat Relocation
Whether you’re moving to Valencia for work or a lifestyle change, we help expats settle in with ease, offering tailored support and local expertise.
Retire in Valencia
Live your golden years in comfort and style. Our services help retirees find the perfect home and lifestyle to enjoy Valencia’s charm.
Visa Residency
We coordinate your visa pathway through trusted immigration lawyers and align it with housing, schools, and all the steps to settle in Valencia.
Luxury Property Advisory
Assistance for high-value property purchases and premium real estate in Valencia and Costa Blanca.
Corporate Relocation
Relocate your team with clarity and structure. We provide tailored support to help your employees, and their families, settle in Valencia.
Office Design
Transform your workspace into an inspiring environment. Our office design and build services focus on functionality, aesthetics, and productivity.
We've made this move. We know how it feels.
We’ve lived the move. Now we guide it.
Livin’Valencia was founded by people who relocated to Spain themselves and found the process unnecessarily hard. So we built the home buying and relocation service we wished had existed — honest, independent, and genuinely on your side.
We’re not a big agency. We’re a small, experienced team that takes on a limited number of clients to make sure every move gets the attention it deserves.
4 things we never compromise on
Fixed fee, known upfront
You know exactly what you’re paying before we start. No price tied to the value of your home, no hidden extras. Just a clear fee for a clear service.
Expert Guidance
We have a deep understanding of the Valencia real estate market and local regulations. You’ll have the knowledge and expertise needed to make informed decisions that you feel confident about.
We work for you — no one else
We don’t list properties, represent landlords, or take referral commissions. Our home buying and relocation service in Valencia has one client per project: you.
We’ve done this 250+ times
We know what can go wrong — and how to prevent it. That accumulated experience is what you’re really getting when you work with us.
Extensive Network
Our vast network of contacts across the Valencia real estate market gives you access to a wide variety of properties and opportunities. We tap into the best listings to ensure you have an excellent selection
Personalized Approach
We know each client is unique. We take the time to understand your preferences and requirements, providing personalized advice and guidance at every step.
Stress-Free Process
Let us handle the details. From property search to negotiations to closing, we manage the entire process so you can focus on the excitement of your new home—not the stress.
Property acquisitions
From family apartments to high-value properties, we apply the same level of due diligence, market analysis, and buyer protection to every project.
Long-Term Relationships
Our relationship doesn’t end when you get your keys. We’re committed to continued support and guidance long after the move, ensuring you remain happy with your new home for years to come.
Latest insights
Relocating to Valencia: Your Questions, Answered
Is Valencia a good place to relocate in 2026?
Yes — Valencia is consistently ranked among Europe’s top relocation destinations for Western expats, families, and retirees. The city combines a Mediterranean coastline, 300+ days of sunshine, a walkable historic centre, excellent public healthcare, and a cost of living roughly 30–40% lower than London, Paris, or major US cities. It feels safe, the food culture is exceptional, and there is a large established community of British, American, Dutch, German, and French residents — so newcomers rarely feel isolated. After eight years of helping international families settle here, we see the same pattern: people come for the climate and stay for the quality of daily life.
What visa do I need to move to Valencia as non-EU Citizen?
For non-EU citizens, the two main routes in 2026 are the Non-Lucrative Visa (NLV) for retirees and the financially independent, and the Digital Nomad Visa (DNV) for remote workers and freelancers. Spain’s Golden Visa was discontinued in April 2025 and is no longer an option. EU and EEA citizens do not need a visa — they simply register their residence and obtain an NIE (foreigner tax ID). Most American, British, and Canadian clients we work with apply under the NLV or DNV, and we coordinate the full process with specialist immigration lawyers in our network — from document apostille to consulate appointment.
Can I retire in Valencia without working, and what income do I need?
Yes — Spain’s Non-Lucrative Visa is designed exactly for this. For 2026, the main applicant must demonstrate passive income of at least €2,400 per month (€28,800 per year), plus €600 per month (€7,200 per year) for each additional family member. Qualifying sources include state and private pensions, rental income, dividends, interest from investments, annuities, and royalties. Full-coverage private health insurance valid in Spain is mandatory, and you cannot work for a Spanish employer on the NLV. The visa is renewable, leads to long-term residency, and is the most common route for retirees relocating to Valencia.
How much does it cost to live in Valencia as a family or retired couple?
A retired couple lives comfortably on €2,500–€3,500 per month in Valencia, including rent or mortgage. A family of four typically budgets €3,500–€5,500 per month, depending on neighborhood, school choice, and lifestyle. Public transport is excellent and affordable, groceries and dining cost roughly 30% less than Northern Europe, and a quality menu del día (three-course lunch with drink) still runs €12–€16. The largest variable is housing: a furnished three-bedroom apartment ranges from around €1,200 per month in residential districts to €2,500+ in the city centre, beachfront, or premium school catchments.
What are the best neighborhoods in Valencia for expat families?
The best neighborhood depends on your priorities. For families wanting walkability, parks, and city life, Ruzafa, El Pla del Real, and the area around the Turia gardens are favorites. For larger homes with gardens and proximity to international schools, the coastal villages of Alboraya, Patacona, El Saler, and the inland zone of La Eliana, Bétera, and Rocafort are the most popular choices for international families. American expats often gravitate to Alboraya for the beach-and-school combination, or to El Vedat / Torrent for larger detached homes. We start every relocation with a discovery call to match the right area to each family’s brief.
Can foreigners buy property in Valencia, and can non-residents get a Spanish mortgage?
Yes — Spain places no restrictions on foreigners purchasing property, including non-residents. Spanish banks routinely offer mortgages to non-resident foreign buyers, typically financing 60–70% of the property’s value (versus 70–80% for residents), over 20–25 years, with fixed or mixed rates currently in the 3.0–4.0% range. You will need a Spanish tax ID (NIE), a Spanish bank account, and documented proof of income and assets. We connect every buyer client with mortgage brokers who specialize in foreign-buyer files and run the application across 5–8 banks to secure the best terms.
Should I rent first or buy property when relocating to Valencia?
We almost always recommend renting first — typically for 6 to 12 months. Valencia’s neighborhoods feel very different in summer versus winter, and the right area on paper is not always the right one in practice once you are living school runs, commutes, and weekend rhythms. Renting first also avoids buying under time pressure, lets you build local relationships with notaries, banks, and tax advisors, and gives you space to test your long-term plan before committing six-figure purchase costs. The exception is buyers with a very specific brief and a tight timeline, where we sometimes run rental and buying searches in parallel.
What about healthcare and international schools in Valencia?
Healthcare and schooling are two of the strongest practical arguments for Valencia. The Valencian public health system is consistently rated among the best in Spain and is free for residents who contribute to social security or hold an S1 form; private healthcare is also excellent and affordable, with full family plans typically €100–€250 per month. For schools, Valencia offers a deep international network — American School of Valencia, Caxton College, Cambridge House, Iale, ELIANS (French Lycée), among others — covering British, American, French, and IB curricula. Most have waiting lists, so we recommend starting applications 6–9 months ahead of your move.
How does the Livin'Valencia relocation process work, and how long does it take?
We handle the full relocation end-to-end: visa coordination with specialist lawyers, NIE and Spanish bank account setup, neighborhood scouting, school placement, rental search or property purchase, and post-arrival admin (utilities, padrón registration, healthcare, schools). A typical move from first call to keys-in-hand takes 3 to 8 months — faster if you already hold an EU passport, longer for families applying through the Non-Lucrative or Digital Nomad Visa. Everything starts with a free 15-minute consultation, where we map out your situation and give you a realistic, honest timeline before you commit to anything.
