Property in Rafal Nou
As of 26 September 2026 · Price figures at this level are estimated from price bands, so treat them as approximate.
Apartments dominate the listing market (13 of the 17 active listings as of 2026-09-21), with villas (4 of the 17 active listings as of 2026-09-21) making up the remainder. Most stock dates from the suburban development of the 1970s–1990s. Asking prices are substantially lower than Palma's average, with a median of approximately EUR 341,667 as of 2026-09-21, and the middle 50% of the market ranging from approximately EUR 241,667 to EUR 475,000 as of 2026-09-21; these estimates reflect the affordable positioning of the neighbourhood.
As of 26 September 2026 · Aggregate asking-price statistics, de-duplicated from public listing sources — not individual listing records. Source: MallorcaData. At this level the price figures are estimated from price bands, so treat them as approximate.
Active listings by property type
As of 26 September 2026
Summary
Rafal Nou is an affordable residential barrio in Palma, offering lower-cost property options compared to more central neighbourhoods and catering to budget-conscious buyers and investors seeking entry-level or value properties. The neighbourhood provides a working residential setting with access to Palma's full infrastructure and transport network.
Property availability in Rafal Nou is limited, with 17 active listings as of 2026-09-21, reflecting a relatively stable owner-occupied community. Apartments dominate the market (13 of the 17 active listings as of 2026-09-21), with some villas also available, and asking prices substantially lower than Palma's municipality average.
Where Rafal Nou is
Surveyed boundary of Rafal Nou within Palma.
Setting
- Geography
- Rafal Nou is a residential barrio in Palma's suburban fringe, combining smaller apartment buildings and detached houses in a working-class neighbourhood set back from the city centre and waterfront.
- Coast or inland
- Inland. Rafal Nou is a residential barrio with no direct seafront access, several kilometres from the Bay of Palma.
- Elevation
- Approximately 15-25 m above sea level.
- Distance to Palma
- Approximately 3-5 km from Palma city centre, with travel time of 15-25 minutes by local bus or private transport.
- Distance to the airport
- Approximately 11-13 km from Palma Son Sant Joan airport (PMI), with typical taxi journey time of 25-30 minutes and airport bus routes A1 and A2 accessible from nearby hubs.
Character
Rafal Nou is an established working-class residential neighbourhood with a population of permanent residents and families, functioning as a normal residential area rather than a tourist destination. The area provides affordable housing and day-to-day amenities, though it lacks the cultural attractions of central Palma.
Working in Rafal Nou
Rafal Nou is within Palma, the main employment centre on Mallorca, and commuting to jobs in the city centre or other parts of the municipality is achievable by bus. Specific data on broadband speeds, 5G coverage or coworking facilities within Rafal Nou is not known.
Living in Rafal Nou
Schools
Palma has several British and international schools throughout the municipality; which schools serve Rafal Nou residents specifically is not known, though the neighbourhood is within the same municipality as these options.
Healthcare
Access to Palma's public hospitals, Hospital Universitari Son Espases and Hospital Son Llàtzer, plus private healthcare groups including Quirónsalud Palmaplanas and the Juaneda group.
Shopping and services
Rafal Nou has local shops and markets serving day-to-day needs, with access to Palma's wider retail network and shopping centres by bus or car within a short journey.
Beaches
Rafal Nou is inland with no direct beach access; urban and suburban beaches are several kilometres away and accessible by a 20-30 minute bus or car journey.
Marinas
No marina facilities within Rafal Nou; Palma's marinas operate around the port and bay area, accessible by a longer journey from the neighbourhood.
Golf
Golf facilities exist in Palma's higher residential districts; specific courses accessible from Rafal Nou are not known.
Transport
Rafal Nou is served by Palma's EMT bus network with routes connecting to the city centre, metro line M1 interchange points and airport services; specific route numbers are not known.
Buying in Rafal Nou
- Rafal Nou shares Palma's ETV (short-term holiday-rental) ban on apartments in multi-family buildings; buyers should verify any existing licence status before purchase.
- The Balearic-wide moratorium on new holiday-rental places (in force since February 2022, tightened by a 2025 decree) limits new rental opportunities for buyers planning to let properties.
Selling in Rafal Nou
- Sellers in Rafal Nou can reach budget-conscious buyers and investors seeking affordable properties within Palma's municipality with access to full city infrastructure and employment.
- The relatively low turnover (17 active listings as of 2026-09-21) reflects a stable owner-occupied community where properties change hands infrequently.
Rafal Nou: common questions
Yes, if your priority is lower asking prices. The median price in Rafal Nou is approximately EUR 341,667 as of 2026-09-21, substantially below Palma's average, though the neighbourhood is further from the city centre and lacks the cultural attractions of central areas.
Only if it already holds a valid ETV licence. New ETV licences for apartments in multi-family buildings are banned in Palma since 2018, and a Balearic-wide moratorium since February 2022, tightened further in 2025, means new licences are generally not available.
Apartments are the majority (13 of the 17 active listings as of 2026-09-21), with villas also available. Most stock is from the suburban expansion era, and prices are considerably lower than central Palma.
Approximately 3-5 km from the city centre with a 15-25 minute bus journey, so commuting to central Palma employment is feasible, though the neighbourhood is set back from urban amenities compared to more central districts.
Yes, Rafal Nou is a working residential neighbourhood with permanent residents and families, offering affordable housing and access to Palma's schools, healthcare and transport infrastructure, though cultural amenities are limited compared to central areas.