buying process

What is a community administrator in Spain?

A community administrator (administrador de fincas) manages the shared areas and finances of a community of owners (comunidad de propietarios) — similar to a homeowners' association.

Most apartments, townhouses, and properties within urbanizations in Spain are part of a community.

The administrator handles: collecting community fees from owners, maintaining shared areas (pools, gardens, lifts, parking), arranging insurance for communal areas, organizing annual general meetings, managing the community's bank account and budget, coordinating repairs and maintenance, and ensuring compliance with community regulations.

They are typically a licensed professional (colegiado).

Annual community fees on the Costa Blanca range from €300-€1,800+ depending on the facilities.

Before buying, your lawyer should check the community's financial health, any planned special levies, and outstanding debts.

WOW-Estates can provide details about community fees and management for any property you're considering.