House prices fall in parts of Lisbon and Porto
The housing market in Lisbon and Porto continues to become more expensive year after year. However, municipal data conceal a very mixed picture when it comes to house prices in each area, which are evolving in markedly different ways.
Portugal has the most overvalued house prices in the EU
Access to housing is becoming increasingly difficult across Europe, with house prices rising far faster than household incomes in recent years. Portugal, in particular, stands out for all the wrong reasons: it is one of the EU Member States where housing costs have more than tripled over the last decade.
The Portuguese towns where you can buy a house for under €35,000
Access to housing in Portugal is becoming increasingly difficult as house prices reach record growth levels while wages fail to keep pace. However, this reality does not affect the entire country.
Moderate rents up to €2,300 cover more than 80% of homes in Portugal
The Portuguese government, led by Luís Montenegro, has introduced a new category called “moderate rent”. This has attracted a lot of attention because landlords who rent homes for between €400 and €2,300 per month can get tax benefits, such as a lower income tax (IRS) rate — reduced from 25% to 10%.
Luxury homes for sale: discover the 10 most expensive streets in Portugal
Even within the world of luxury real estate, some locations stand out as truly exceptional. When examining Portugal’s priciest streets for purchasing property, Cascais features prominently in the top 10, as revealed by a recent analysis from idealista, Portugal’s leading property marketplace.
Portugal’s housing crisis “becoming unsustainable”, warn banks
Portugal’s housing market is showing no signs of cooling.
Where is the highest demand for rental homes in Portugal? Lisbon and Porto outside the top 50
Living near major urban centres, where rents are more affordable, continues to be the main focus of rental searches in Portugal.
Gardens and pools drive demand among luxury homebuyers in Portugal
A property with a swimming pool and garden offers the perfect setting to enjoy Portugal’s warm climate with family and friends, combining privacy, comfort, and the relaxed pace of outdoor living. Naturally, these features come at a premium, with higher purchase prices and maintenance costs.
The 25 cheapest municipalities to rent a home in Portugal in 2025
A quick look at the rental map of Portugal reveals clear differences in prices across the country in the second quarter of 2025. The cost of renting a home ranges from a high of €22.2 per square metre (€/m²) in Lisbon to a low of €6.8/m² in Castelo Branco.
Portuguese Government launches new housing policy to tackle rising prices
Portugal’s Prime Minister has announced a fresh housing strategy aimed at bringing together all key players in the property sector to help resolve the country’s housing crisis and curb price increases.The new government led by Luís Montenegro is prioritising one clear goal: “Ensuring quality housing