The Retiro district, with an average price of 4,826 €/m², combines stately buildings next to the park with blocks from the 1960s–80s. Inspections often reveal problems with roofs and plumbing. If we find no defects, we refund your money.
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Every part of Madrid has its own typical problems. These are the ones we find most in Retiro:
Unmaintained flat roofs in 1970s–80s blocks — worn-out waterproofing that causes leaks.
Façades with deteriorated artificial stone cladding — in 1960s–70s buildings.
Galvanised steel plumbing — in buildings from before 1985, with hidden leaks.
The Retiro district took shape around the park over the course of the 20th century. Jerónimos, between the Prado and the Retiro, has stately buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries; Ibiza and Niño Jesús were filled in with brick buildings from the Ensanche and mid-century blocks. Pacífico and Adelfas, near the Atocha railway tracks, mix older working-class buildings with later blocks, while Estrella is a neighbourhood of large blocks from the sixties and seventies surrounded by landscaped grounds.
In the stately buildings, ask whether there is communal central heating, how old the boiler is and how much it adds to the service charges. In the blocks from the sixties and seventies, check whether the lift reaches street level or there are steps in the entrance, and whether the insulation and windows are original, which shows in the energy performance certificate. A technical inspection adds a check of façades, joints and cornices, and of the garage if there is one. Ask for the ITE or the IEE and the minutes showing approved works.
Jerónimos — Stately buildings next to the Prado and the park; check roofs, cornices and façades, the floor structures and the condition of the communal installations.
Ibiza — Brick buildings from the first half of the 20th century and later blocks; check light wells and downpipes, the central heating and access to the entrance hall.
Estrella — Large 1960s and 1970s blocks with landscaped grounds; check façades, insulation, windows, the garage and any special levies the owners’ association has planned.
The process in Retiro is simple and fast.
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We show you, step by step, what to check when you view a home before buying it.
- What to check in wall finishes, floors, doors and windows
- How to check the electrical installation and the plumbing
- Which signs of damp and poor ventilation to look for
- Why you should test everything before buying
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Which defects are most common in Retiro?
It depends on the type and age of the building, but the most common are outdated installations, damp and cracks in façades. A technical inspection detects them all before you buy.
How much does the inspection cost?
From 345 € for under 100 m². From 100 to 199 m²: 395 €. From 200 to 299 m²: 445 €. From 300 to 399 m²: 495 €. VAT included, no travel costs.
Is the report legally valid?
Yes. It can be submitted as evidence in proceedings for hidden defects (art. 1484 of the Spanish Civil Code). The Chartered Architect can testify as an expert witness. See the legal service →
How long does the inspection in Retiro take?
Between 1.5 and 3 hours depending on the size. The full report is delivered in less than 24 hours.
The Hausum report goes far beyond a technical document.
- Private document admissible in court
- Claims for hidden defects (art. 1484 of the Spanish Civil Code)
- The Chartered Architect testifies as an expert witness
- Useful at the notary and the land registry
- Valid before and after signing
- Claim defects discovered after the purchase
Save money and avoid surprises. In less than 24h you have an architect assigned and the full report.
No commitment · Pay only if you confirm · Money-back guarantee if we find no defects