With summer fast approaching and long, sunny days ahead, now is the ideal time to explore the possibility of owning a home by the sea in Portugal. Boasting a mild climate and more than 300 days of sunshine each year, the country is a top choice for those looking to enjoy life on the coast.
Whether you're searching for sea view properties in Portugal to relocate permanently, or you're looking for a cheap coastal property for sale in Portugal as a second home or investment, there are fantastic options available. From the rugged beauty of the Silver Coast to the sun-drenched beaches of the Algarve and the peaceful Portuguese islands, the choices are endless.
Browse our latest listings and start your search today. Your ideal sea view home in Portugal could be closer than you think—just in time for summer 2025.
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American buyers flock to Portugal: US expat numbers surge 36% in a year
Portugal is rapidly becoming a hotspot for US citizens seeking a new home, a holiday property, or a smart investment. Recent data from Portugal’s Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) shows that the number of Americans living in the country jumped from 14,129 in 2023 to 19,258 in 2024 – a remarkable 36% increase in just one year.
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. Inland areas hide municipalities where buying a house can cost less than €35,000.
Portugal’s best properties for sale for year-round sunshine
As October comes to an end, it’s the perfect moment to leave chilly, grey days behind and embrace Portugal’s mild winter sunshine. The coastline is still bright and inviting, making it an ideal destination for a beachfront home this season. At idealista, we’ve handpicked properties that let you enjoy the sun—and the sea—even as winter approaches.
House prices in Portugal have doubled in 15 years
House prices increased by 5.1% in the eurozone and 5.4% across the European Union in the second quarter compared with the same period last year, Eurostat reported at the start of October 2025. Portugal saw the sharpest rise at 17.2%. On a quarterly basis, prices grew by 1.6% in the eurozone and 1.7% in the EU. Between 2010 and 2025, house prices in Portugal more than doubled, rising by 141%.
Distrikt by Kronos: the new major development in Lisbon's Parque das Nações
Kronos Homes has completed its largest residential project to date. Located in Lisbon, specifically in Parque das Nações, Distrikt by Kronos represents an investment of over €125 million, with total sales already exceeding €180 million.
20 properties with negotiable prices in Portugal
With the cost of living still high and 2025 well underway, buying a home in Portugal might seem like a challenge. But with autumn now in full swing, it’s the perfect season to begin your property search — and there’s still plenty of time to secure your dream home before the holiday season.
Portugal’s property market hits record-high prices
Portugal’s property market continues to surge, with recent bank appraisals revealing record-breaking values for homes across the country. According to the National Statistics Institute (INE), the median value of homes assessed by banks for mortgage purposes reached €1,965 per square metre in August 2025, marking a slight increase of €20 compared to July and setting a new all-time high.