Affordable housing and unique conditions
In the municipality of San Martín del Rey Aurelio, located in the Nalón valley in Asturias, the real estate market stands out compared to other regions of northern Spain. Here you can find houses with land, cottages, and even small chalets at prices that elsewhere might barely be enough to buy a parking space. The average price per square meter is 648 euros, almost half the regional average. This affordability is due to changes that occurred after the closing of the mines and population decline, which reduced housing demand. Today, the municipality offers not only a peaceful atmosphere but also real opportunities for those seeking quality living at a reasonable price.
Infrastructure and transportation accessibility
San Martín del Rey Aurelio is located between Langreo and Pola de Laviana, providing convenient connections to major regional cities such as Oviedo and Gijón. The municipality has a well-developed transport network and all essential urban services. Among the listings you can find a house with an attached stable in La Rebollada measuring 135 square meters for €15,000, as well as a townhouse in Caserío Piñera with three bedrooms for €18,000. Those interested in owning a country home or restoring an old property can find small rural houses with gardens for under €20,000.
Historical heritage and cultural life
The city is closely linked to its mining past, reflected in the activities of the Museo de la Minería y la Industria (MUMI), located in L’Entregu (L’Entregu/El Entrego). Nearby is the Pozo Sotón mine, which offers tours of underground galleries and hosts events commemorating miners. The municipality is part of the Protected Mining Valleys Landscape, where mountains, rivers, and old mine towers stand alongside villages that have preserved their traditional way of life. In L’Entregu, Blimea (Blimea), and Sotrondio (Sotrondio), regular gastronomic festivals such as those celebrating stuffed onions, peppers, and turnips are held and are recognized as events of tourist interest. These festivals attract visitors each year eager to experience the authentic culture of inland Asturias.
New prospects and support for initiatives
Since 2008, the municipality has been part of the Spanish Network of Cities for the Climate, implementing projects in sustainable development and rural tourism. Thanks to its mountainous landscape, scenic routes along the Nalón River, and proximity to major cities in the region, San Martín del Rey Aurelio is becoming an attractive place to enjoy nature without giving up urban comforts. As housing prices rise in the northern regions of Spain, this small municipality stands out as an affordable alternative for investors and families seeking a change. Here, not only can you purchase property at a good price, but you can also launch your own projects with support from local authorities and become part of a community that values tradition and embraces change.
