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Living in a camper: saving on rent or hidden costs

22.05.2026 15:52 1 min 3 sources
La Razón SPA + 2 more

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A Spanish couple moved into a van to save on rent but faced high conversion costs and monthly expenses. Another camper dweller spends over 1,000 euros per month, debunking the stereotype of cheap living.

The housing crisis in Spain is driving more people to live in campers. A couple from Valencia, known as Jako and Khoana, bought a van for 1,900 euros and converted it into a home. According to them, the rent for an apartment (650 euros per month) over three months (1,950 euros) exceeded the van's price. However, the conversion costs turned out to be higher than the vehicle itself.

Juanma López, another camper dweller, reported monthly expenses exceeding 1,000 euros, debunking the stereotype of cheap living. Main costs include:

  • 400 euros for fuel
  • 350 euros for food
  • 150 euros for restaurants
  • 90 euros for Starlink satellite internet

Electricity and water are free thanks to campsites and gas stations. In Spain, a full transition to vanlife requires initial investments from 15,000 to 80,000 euros, with monthly expenses of 600–1,200 euros. Fines for improper parking must also be considered.

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Young man lives in a camper van: 'I spend more than 1,000 euros a month, it's not cheap at all'

22.05.2026 La Razón SPA

Spanish couple moves into camper van to save on rent

22.05.2026 Auto Bild España SPA

Couple moves into camper van: Valencia rent paid for the van in three months

21.05.2026 COPE SPA

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