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Real estate firm Grupo Mais announced that it has more than 700 residential units under construction in Portugal for the rental market. The portfolio follows a build-to-rent model designed to provide dedicated housing for university students and working professionals. The company said the developments aim to expand long-term rental supply in Portuguese urban centers.
Median rent prices for new contracts have reached record levels, exceeding ten euros per square meter nationally in the second quarter. This represents a 10.2% increase compared to the same period last year, with the highest costs recorded in Lisbon, Madeira, and the Setúbal Peninsula.
The median value of new rental contracts in Portugal rose by 9.1% year-on-year during the first three months of 2026, reaching 9.46 euros per square meter. Experts warn that population growth may be exacerbating the housing deficit, which is estimated to be near 300,000 homes, amid concerns over overcrowding and illegal rentals.
The housing deficit (défice habitacional) refers to the gap between the number of available, affordable homes and the actual demand from the population. In Portugal, this issue is driven by limited new construction and rising demand, which has contributed to significant increases in rental prices and property values across major cities.
The government has implemented a new tax package for housing, including a reduction in the value-added tax (Imposto sobre o Valor Acrescentado or IVA) on construction from 23% to 6% and a decrease in the personal income tax (Imposto sobre o Rendimento das Pessoas Singulares or IRS) on rental income to 10%. These measures, which aim to increase housing supply and support tenants, apply retroactively to the beginning of the year. Additionally, the annual deduction limit for rent paid under the IRS has increased from 700 to 900 euros.
VAT is Value Added Tax (Imposto sobre o Valor Acrescentado), a consumption tax charged at each stage of production and sale; the standard mainland rate in Portugal is 23%. Parliamentary proposals to cut VAT on bottled gas from 23% to 6% would directly reduce consumer prices if approved.
The IRS withholding tables (tabelas de retenção na fonte) are government-published schedules that determine how much personal income tax (Imposto sobre o Rendimento das Pessoas Singulares — IRS) employers must deduct from each paycheck. They take into account gross pay, marital status, number of dependents, and disability status.
The tables are updated annually (and sometimes mid-year when budgets change), directly affecting monthly take-home pay. When tables are revised downward, workers see more in their pay packet; when raised, less. Any difference between amounts withheld and the actual tax owed is settled when the annual IRS return (Modelo 3) is filed, typically between April and June.
Employees and pensioners should check the current tables — published by the Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira (AT) — whenever they change, as the impact on net income can be significant.
An analysis of the increasing pressure placed on household budgets as rent costs rise relative to earned income.
The rental market faces a significant evaluation beginning today.
Rents are projected to rise by 2.5 percent in 2027, while mortgage holders with six-month variable rates face an average monthly increase of 42 euros.
New data from the National Statistics Institute reveals that rental prices in Portugal have surged across most municipalities, with Sines, Funchal, and the Algarve experiencing significant cost pressures that impact household incomes.
While the Build-to-Rent model is presented as a solution to Portugal's housing crisis, fiscal incentives alone may not be sufficient to ensure the long-term success and viability of these residential projects.
Housing rental prices in Portugal continue to climb, though the pace of growth decreased during the month of October.
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Home News Homes under €2,300 account for over 80% of Portugal’s rental supply Homes under €2,300 account for over 80% of Portugal’s rental supply The latest data from idealista reveals that properties advertised for up to €2,300 a month now account for 88 percent of the rental listings analysed a
Institutional landlords accounted for 22.6% of new rental contracts signed in Portugal over the last year. They charge more and increase rents more frequently than individual landlords.
In 14 of the 24 most populous municipalities in the country, the number of new lease agreements decreased, but the value of rents rose in all of them. “Having fewer transactions does not mean less demand; it may be the result of a lack of supply.”
The median rent for new residential lease contracts increased by 10.2% in the second quarter year-on-year, reaching 10.17 euros per square metre, accelerating from the 9.1% rise seen in the previous quarter, according to the INE.
INE estimates that the median rent in Portugal, among the more than 35,000 new lease agreements, reached 10.17 euros per square metre – an acceleration compared to the previous quarter.
In the second quarter of 2026, 35,407 new lease agreements were signed, a figure similar to last year. The median rent increased by more than 10% and reached a new record.
House rents per square metre increased by 5.2% in August compared to the same month in 2025, 0.1 percentage points less than in July, with all regions recording year-on-year growth, INE reported today.
Landlords may increase rent prices by up to 2.56% in 2027, based on August inflation figures confirmed today by the National Statistics Institute (INE).
All regions showed growth, with Madeira recording the most intense increase of 6.9%.
Home News Portugal rents could rise by 2. 56% in 2027 Portugal rents could rise by 2. 56% in 2027 Rents in Portugal could increase by as much as 2.
Rental prices in Portugal rose by 4.9% in August 2026 compared to the same month last year, marking the second consecutive month of increases following a decline in the first half of the year. According to the idealista price index, the median rental cost reached 18.1 euros per square metre. Increases were recorded in 9 of the 14 district capitals and autonomous regions analysed, with Viana do Castelo seeing the sharpest rise at 32.2%. Lisbon remains the most expensive city for renters at 24.5 euros/m², followed by Porto and Funchal. Regionally, the Algarve saw the highest growth at 22.8%, while the North was the only region to record a decrease.
From 1 January 2027, rents may increase by up to 2.56% if landlords choose to apply it. The inflation rate used to calculate the annual rent update coefficient was set at this value in August, according to data released this Monday by the National Statistics Institute (INE).
The room rental market in Portugal showed surprising price stability, rising only 1% in the second quarter of 2026 compared to the previous year. An analysis by idealista reveals a paradox: while demand for rooms rose by 27% nationally, supply fell by 11%. Prices increased in 13 of the 20 municipalities analysed, with Funchal and Vila Real seeing a 14% rise. Lisbon remains the most expensive city at 550 euros per month, while Guarda and Bragança are the most affordable. The trend of renting rooms is increasingly popular among young professionals, not just students, as housing costs in major cities remain high. The average price for a room for rent has reached 527 euros, with supply dropping by 25%.
Home News Rush for room rentals in Portugal Rush for room rentals in Portugal Housing shortages and high costs continue to drive demand for rental rooms in Portugal, an option that has expanded beyond students to include young professionals and relocated workers.
Home News A 2. 5% increase in house rents is expected in Portugal in 2027 A 2. 5% increase in house rents is expected in Portugal in 2027 Data from the National Statistics Institute ( INE) reveal that landlords and tenants can expect a 2.
Coimbra has seen the highest growth in the search for homes to rent across the country.
The number of properties available for rent in Portugal has decreased by 22% according to data from Idealista.
Porto and Coimbra record the largest decreases.
The largest drops in the supply of rental properties were detected in Coimbra and Porto. However, the reduction was observed in six of the 20 district capitals and autonomous regions analysed.
