Expats as tenants.

Why expats make great tenants

Beyond tourists, Marbella and the Costa del Sol see steady demand from expats and professionals: international employees, researchers and project workers looking for a fully furnished home for a few weeks to a few months. Think of the university and tech companies in Marbella, or international businesses around Málaga and Estepona.

For owners this segment has clear advantages: longer stays mean fewer changeovers, lower cleaning costs and less wear, while returns stay above classic long-term rental. These tenants also tend to be careful — they're there for work, not a party weekend.

How REX handles it

We combine short tourist stays with mid-stay rentals for professionals to keep occupancy high all year: city trips and coastal tourism in peak months, professionals in quieter periods. Every expat enquiry is screened, contracts and communication are handled professionally in English, and the property stays under our regular quality checks.

The best of both worlds: the flexibility and returns of short-term rental, with the stability of longer stays.