There’s something special about Spanish-inspired homes. Their trademark stucco walls, red-tiled roofs, and arches everywhere have appealed to American homebuyers since about 1915, when we first got a good look at the style during the Panama-California Exposition.

Mostly found in warmer climates, Spanish-style homes can be spotted in states such as Texas, New Mexico, Nevada, Arizona, California, and Florida.

We managed to locate some prime examples in other places as well, and all of them come at a prime price: below $500,000.

While these homes have been built in the decades since their introduction to the U.S., you can’t miss their Spanish roots.

Take a look at what’s available. You might be inspired to say Hola to a Spanish-style casa of your own.

23875 US Highway 70, Tularosa, NM

Price: $438,000
A refined ranch: This two-bedroom, two-bath, 1,860-square-foot, Mission-style gem comes with 10 acres right in the scenic heart of New Mexico, between Las Cruces and Roswell and at the foot of the Sacramento Mountains.

The mountain views are abundant in this residence where the second-floor primary suite comes with French doors leading to a sizable balcony.

The home, custom built in 2006, features an elegant interior with high, wood-beamed ceilings, tile flooring, and an adobe-style fireplace with arched niches.

With all of this warm appeal, the home would be ideal for a short-term rental, the listing notes.

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804 Oneonta St, Shreveport, LA

Price: $316,900
Stylish and spacious: This elegant home was built in 1929 and is located in the lovely Highlands area of Shreveport.

Original architectural details include the clay-tile roof, arched doors and entryways, woodwork and wood flooring, and brick fireplaces in the family room and sunroom. The glass sunroom, with its many windows, is a dream.

There’s plenty of room for the family, with four bedrooms and three baths across 2,950 square feet of living space. There’s also a massive deck overlooking a leafy backyard.

With a little updating in the kitchen and a few other rooms, the new owners might feel like Spanish nobility.

 

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1003 S Washington Ave, Titusville, FL

Price: $425,000
Historic hacienda: Built in 1925, this mixed-use structure has previously served as a health spa and an insurance agency. It’s located close to historic downtown Titusville and the beach, and it’s just 10 minutes from Kennedy Space Center.

The 1,487-square-foot home currently offers three bedrooms and one bath, but they could be reconfigured. There are already balconies and terraces, which would be perfect for parties—all that’s needed is a bit of renovation.

Original features include hardwood floors, a lovely Spanish-style fireplace, and the red-tile roof.

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1408 N McMillan Ave, Oklahoma City, OK

Price: $290,000
Party-perfect: This 1970s take on Spanish Revival architecture is definitely distinctive, characterized by arched windows and doorways, and vaulted ceilings with wood beams.

It appears that multiple generations have appreciated this five-bedroom, three-bath home with 2,599 square feet of living space. The large backyard comes with a pool, making it an ideal spot for parties.

The neighborhood itself is also well-established. Known as Green Briar Estates, it’s filled with mature trees and greenery. The location is close to Oklahoma City’s Lake Overholser, a popular spot for boating, fishing, and picnics.

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4565 9th Ave N, Saint Petersburg, FL

Price: $499,900
Surprising in St. Petersburg: This three-bedroom, two-bath abode is more than pretty—it’s also filled with surprises. It includes built-in shelves that swing out to reveal a hidden closet in a bedroom, and the oversized garage comes with extra storage, a workshop, and a bathroom!

Built in 1920, the home has been updated and features a remodeled kitchen with open shelving and new appliances. But there are some charming blasts from the past, including arched doorways and windows, wood floors, beams, a wood-burning fireplace, and a central courtyard.

Located in the popular Central Oak Park community, the property is only five minutes from the beaches on the Gulf of Mexico and downtown St. Petersburg. Or you could stay home, entertain on the wooden deck out back, and maybe even plant a vegetable garden in the big backyard.

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