Purchasing real estate in Portugal doesn’t have to be a lengthy process—even as the year draws to a close. If you’re planning to move into your new home soon, urgent property sales offer a fast and cost-effective way to find excellent deals.
These sales usually happen when sellers need to close quickly—due to financial pressures, job relocations, or personal circumstances. This urgency often leads to significant price reductions and more flexible negotiations, giving you a valuable opportunity to buy at a bargain.
With 2025 coming to an end, now is the perfect time to explore these listings. Whether you’re searching for a sun-soaked villa, a cosy townhome, or a stylish city apartment, urgent property sales in Portugal offer the chance to secure your dream home—and a great deal—before the year closes.
Don’t wait: browse our latest urgent sale listings today and make your move to Portugal a reality before 2025 ends!
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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.
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.
Buying property in Portugal as a foreigner: complete guide 2025
Portugal has become one of the most popular destinations for international property buyers. With its stunning coastline, vibrant cities, and attractive lifestyle, investing in Portuguese real estate offers both a high quality of life and promising financial returns. If you’re considering buying property in Portugal as a foreigner, this guide will take you through the legal requirements, costs, and step-by-step process to make your purchase smooth and secure.
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.