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In 2025, median house prices reached 2076 euros per square metre, marking a 17% increase with 80% of municipalities experiencing double-digit growth.
In 2025, the national real estate market saw record-breaking activity with 169,812 properties sold, driven by a 17.6% surge in prices and significant interest from foreign buyers.
The Portuguese government is proposing legislative changes to allow individual heirs to force the sale of inherited properties, a move intended to increase housing supply but which has sparked significant public and legal debate.
Humberto Pedrosa, the owner of the Barraqueiro group, has made a significant purchase proposal of 100 million euros for the Herdade da Comporta property, which he submitted approximately a year ago.
The article discusses the controversy surrounding the Mirpuri family's attempt to privatize five beaches near their real estate project in Arrábida, Portugal. It draws parallels between this situation and Karl Marx's concept of 'primitive accumulation,' where common resources are seized by the wealthy. The author highlights public outcry from various political figures and commentators, including Miguel Sousa Tavares, Miguel Esteves Cardoso, and José Eduardo Martins, who view the move as an act of class-based exclusion. While the author supports the fight against beach privatization, they criticize the inconsistency of those who defend public access to beaches but remain silent when the same wealthy interests exploit resources elsewhere in the world.
Home Housing Engel & Völkers Portimão Celebrates 8 Years of Success at Quinta dos Vales Engel & Völkers Portimão Celebrates 8 Years of Success at Quinta dos Vales Engel & Völkers Portimão marked its 8th anniversary with an exclusive reception held at Quinta dos Vales, bringing together clients, b
The mosque receives about 1,500 people on Fridays. Lionesa, which owns Lello, has acquired several properties in that block over the last decade to install a 'creative circuit'.
The Hazrat Hamza Mosque in Porto has until October 31 to vacate its premises after Livraria Lello purchased the building on Travessa da Rua do Loureiro from the previous landlord. The bookstore, which plans to expand its physical footprint, notified the Bangladesh Community Association of Porto that the lease will not be renewed. The association had previously been in negotiations with the former municipal administration for a different property, but those plans were halted following a change in city leadership. The current mayor, Pedro Duarte, has announced that the city intends to sell the properties originally earmarked for religious communities via public auction, stating that building mosques is not a priority for the city.
Home Property Engel & Völkers Portimão celebrates eight-year milestone Engel & Völkers Portimão celebrates eight-year milestone Engel & Völkers Portimão is celebrating eight years in the Algarve with a public event bringing together art, wine and music at Quinta dos Vales in Estômbar on Saturday,
Serving as both a “first point of contact and a casual meeting place”, Carvoeiro Clube Group has opened its new concept store in the centre of Carvoeiro. Located at the The post Carvoeiro Clube Group opens new real estate concept store in Carvoeiro appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Orange Tree Properties has announced the official opening of its new office in Almancil. The official launch event took place on Wednesday, May 13, welcoming guests, investors, developers, strategic partners The post Orange Tree Properties opens new office in Almancil appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Home Property Carvoeiro Clube Group Opens New Real Estate Concept Store in Central Carvoeiro Carvoeiro Clube Group Opens New Real Estate Concept Store in Central Carvoeiro Exploring real estate opportunities in the greater Carvoeiro area has become easier than ever.
Home Property Casa Caesarea: Tranquil Living Just Minutes from Carvoeiro Casa Caesarea: Tranquil Living Just Minutes from Carvoeiro A charming single-storey three-bedroom villa with private pool and landscaped gardens, offering privacy, comfort, and easy access to the beaches and vibrant lifestyl
Home Property Why Buyers Are Choosing an Algarve Lifestyle Property over a 'City Pied-à-Terre' Why Buyers Are Choosing an Algarve Lifestyle Property over a 'City Pied-à-Terre' For decades, the ultimate real estate trophy was a bustling city apartment. Today, that narrative has entirely flipped.
Our guest today is Sara Allen, Real Estate Sales Director at Martinhal Family Hotels and Resorts, who began her Portugal journey in 1999 as a 21-year-old Algarve holiday rep’, after The post Martinhal magic & marathons – Interview with Sara Allen appeared first on Portugal Resident.
Initiative promoted this Saturday by the 'Casa Para Viver' platform in sixteen cities across the country, including autonomous regions. The manifesto calling for the protests was signed by nearly a hundred organisations.
See the answer in the video. Polígrafo TVI (from the same group as CNN Portugal) is a fact-checking programme about current events.
This webpage features property listings in Lisbon, Portugal, including a modern duplex in Avenidas Novas priced at €1,150,000. The duplex, built in 2023, offers 220 m² with three bedrooms, four bathrooms, and amenities like air conditioning and an elevator, situated in a tranquil, green area close to beaches and public transport. Additionally, there is a fully renovated one-bedroom apartment in Arroios listed at €339,500, with 54 m², balconies, natural light, and proximity to key city locations such as Jardim Constantino, public transport, schools, and hospitals. Both properties highlight Lisbon’s diverse housing options, blending modern comfort with excellent city access.
This article from Lisboa Secreta provides the latest news from Lisbon, Portugal. It covers topics such as: * Transportation: Updates on the GIRA bike-sharing network expansion. * Entertainment: Concerts and music festivals in Portugal featuring artists like Marilyn Manson and Post Malone. * Politics: The election of the new Pope and where to watch the election live. * Real Estate: Rising house prices in Lisbon. * History: Information on Portuguese popes. * Events: Details on Bad Bunny's concert in Lisbon, including ticket prices and sale dates. * Wellness: The best cities for practicing yoga, with a focus on Portugal. * Travel: An upcoming CP train strike that will interrupt train services.
House prices accelerated in half of the 24 most populous municipalities in the third quarter, with Coimbra and Setúbal recording the largest increases, figures published on Monday by the National Institute of Statistics (INE) show. According to the national statistics body, among the 24 municipalities with more than 100,000 inhabitants the following stand out...
Home News Half of the houses in Porto sold at the start of construction Half of the houses in Porto sold at the start of construction The real estate sector estimates that in Porto, up to 60% of new houses are bought off-plan or at the start of construction.
Home News Which municipalities in Portugal registered the highest increase in house prices? Which municipalities in Portugal registered the highest increase in house prices? According to data released by “ Confidencial Imobiliário”, cited by Executive Digest, Portugal registered a 23.
Lisbon's residential property market is strengthening its appeal to buyers from North America, consolidating the city as a preferred European destination for property purchases and investment.
Home News House prices rise in Portugal House prices rise in Portugal Portugal recorded the second-highest annual increase in house prices, 17. 7%, in the third quarter of 2025, with the eurozone average at 5. 1% and the European Union (EU) average at 5.
Home News Where have property prices dropped most in Portugal? Where have property prices dropped most in Portugal? The year 2025 was marked by a surge in house prices in Portugal; however, national data hides a different reality at the local level.
Home Property What international real estate tells us about where to invest in Portugal What international real estate tells us about where to invest in Portugal Those who follow the great real estate cycles know that what happens outside rarely stays outside.
