Short-Term or Long-Term Rental: What’s Best for You as a Property Owner?

Because it’s not just about earning more… it’s about sleeping well while you do it.

You’ve got a flat in Valencia and you’re ready to rent it out, but you’re unsure how:

• Should I put it on Airbnb?

• Would a long-term lease be safer?

• What about renting it for a few months at a time?

Take a breath.
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer, but there is an option that fits you better—depending on your lifestyle, your flat, and your goals.

Let’s compare the options honestly.

Short-Term (Tourist) Rentals

Advantages:

• Higher income per night

• Flexibility to use the flat when you want

• Ability to raise prices in high season

Disadvantages:

• Requires a tourist license (and those are getting harder to get)

• Needs constant management: cleaning, check-ins, guest communication

• Can lead to neighbor complaints if there’s too much turnover

Best for you if:
You have time (or work with a management company),
want to maximize short-term income,
and already have a valid tourist license.

Long-Term Rentals

Advantages:

• Stable monthly income

• Legal security and less tenant turnover

• Easier to manage overall

• Better relationships with neighbors and building community

Disadvantages:

• Lower income per night

• Less flexibility (flat is occupied year-round)

• Requires solid tenant screening

Best for you if:
You want peace of mind, predictable income, and don’t want to be checking on your flat every week.

What About Mid-Term (Seasonal) Rentals?

This is the sweet spot.
Contracts of 3 to 11 months for students, digital nomads, or professionals relocating to Valencia.

Advantages:

• Strong income potential without needing a tourist license

• Less long-term commitment

• Less disruption than short-term stays

• More turnover than long-term

Disadvantages:

• No tax benefits on your income

• Still requires active management (but not daily)

We manage this often for international clients, especially in areas like Ruzafa, El Carmen, or Gran Vía.

So… which one is better?

It depends on you.

• If you want simplicity and fewer headaches → Long-term is the safest bet.

• If you already have a tourist license and want to maximize income → Short-term could work.

• If you want balance → Mid-term rental is a good option.

The good news?
We can help you decide, and handle all the details—no matter which path you choose.

Want to know what suits your flat best?

We offer a free evaluation where we’ll tell you:

• What rental type fits your lifestyle

• What you’d need to prepare

• How much you could earn from each option