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Furnishing an Apartment in Valencia: Complete Guide for Overseas Buyers

Bought property in Valencia but live abroad? This guide covers everything — typical costs, best suppliers, realistic timelines, and how to manage the whole process remotely.

8 min read Updated May 2025
Furnished living room in Valencia apartment — modern interior design

How Much Does It Cost to Furnish an Apartment in Valencia?

The total budget depends on three things: apartment size, furniture quality tier, and whether you buy everything new or mix new with second-hand.

Economy
€2,500 – €5,000
IKEA, Leroy Merlin. Functional look. Ideal for long-term rentals.
Mid-range (most popular)
€5,000 – €10,000
Zara Home, H&M Home, local Valencia stores. Great for Airbnb.
Premium
€10,000+
Design showrooms, bespoke items. Luxury short-term rental market.

* Prices above are for furniture and décor only. Add €450–€1,500+ for professional assembly and coordination (Setlix service fee).

Best Furniture Stores in Valencia

  • IKEA Valencia — Av. de les Corts Valencianes. Large selection, flat-pack, budget-friendly. Delivery takes 3–7 days.
  • Leroy Merlin — Appliances, tools, bathroom fittings. Multiple locations.
  • Zara Home — Textiles, décor, mid-range quality. Present in Valencia centre and CC El Saler.
  • El Corte Inglés — Full range from economy to premium. White glove delivery available.
  • Kave Home — Spanish mid-range brand, good quality-price ratio, popular with Airbnb investors.

Typical Timeline: From Keys to Move-In Ready

1
Day 0–1: Keys received, apartment inspected, punch list created
2
Day 1–2: Furniture ordered, deliveries scheduled with all suppliers
3
Day 3–5: Deliveries received, assembled and placed. Photo updates via WhatsApp daily.
4
Day 5–7: Final clean, snag check, full photo/video report sent to owner

Can You Manage Furnishing Remotely?

Yes — and thousands of overseas buyers do it every year. The key is having a trusted local coordinator in Valencia who:

  • Accepts deliveries and checks for damage
  • Supervises assembly teams
  • Sends you daily WhatsApp photo updates
  • Handles returns, defects and re-orders
  • Coordinates electricians, cleaners and Wi-Fi engineers

This is exactly what Setlix does. Our clients are typically in Germany, the UK, Switzerland, France, and Ukraine. Most never visit Valencia until after the apartment is complete.

Common Mistakes When Furnishing Remotely

  • Ordering without measuring: Spanish apartments often have non-standard room layouts. Always measure first.
  • Scheduling all deliveries on the same day: Overwhelms any single coordinator and risks missed deliveries.
  • Not budgeting for extras: Wi-Fi setup, deep clean, electricity contract — these add up.
  • Assuming everything arrives assembled: Most flat-pack furniture requires 2–4 hours per room.

Let Setlix Handle the Entire Process

From accepting keys to handing you a furnished, clean apartment — while you stay anywhere in the world.

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