01 Select Your Ideal Property Type

The LisbonProperty.com website presents the best newly launched real estate developments in Portugal, focusing on the Lisbon area, Cascais, and the Algarve.

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...or head straight to the area where you want to buy your home

04 Hand-picked New Apartments for sale...

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Our collegue Rute has hand-picked some of the new apartments for sale in Lisbon and in Cascais.

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Portugal with maps, pictures, and local knowledge

Although our information about Portugal is general and useful beyond home buyers, our goal is to provide guidance in several areas related to home buying. Maps, photographs, and descriptions are created in-house by our team who know the locations. Guides about Lisbon city, Cascais, Sintra, and other main Portuguese cities.

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Choosing a place to live in Portugal depends on your lifestyle and the profitability of your investment. On our website you will find information about residential neighborhoods, the Lisbon Metropolitan Area, and regions across Portugal, with maps and guidance to support informed decisions.

To make your buying process clearer, here is important information.

1. Why LisbonProperty is the Best Choice for Your Real Estate Needs

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We offer a high chance of finding your home. Our team has over 20 years of experience across Portugal and supports you at every step. You can rent before you buy for flexibility and peace of mind.

We add new properties daily, including over 1,500 homes across Portugal. Whether you are interested in Lisbon, Cascais, Oeiras, Comporta, or Vilamoura in the Algarve, we can meet at our offices, your hotel, or near any property you are considering.

Each year we increase the number of satisfied clients.

2. What Sets LisbonProperty Apart from Others

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We collaborate with other agencies and service providers to broaden access and options for buyers.

3. Who Is Behind LisbonProperty

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LisbonProperty is a website owned by ARE, founded in 2012 by Rute Mascarenhas and José Féria. We are part of a well-established real estate agency in Portugal active since 2000. Through LisbonProperty.com, we showcase properties to international clients via the internet and global real estate events.

4. LisbonProperty’s Multilingual Team

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Our agents are fluent in multiple languages and can communicate clearly with clients worldwide.

5. Why Visitors Become LisbonProperty Customers

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Our customers include Portuguese investors and international buyers. Reasons include investment, safety, and quality of life. We focus on understanding needs and providing suitable options in Portugal.

6. LisbonProperty Main Services

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• Property Buying and Selling: Lisbon, Cascais, Sintra, Oeiras, Parque das Nações, Comporta, Algarve, and other prime locations.
• Property Rentals: Strong portfolios in Lisbon and Cascais; in other areas we recommend trusted partners. Useful for renting before buying.
• Local Advice: We produce original content and work with local experts. We also partner with Nuno, a historian who offers tours in English.

6.1. Important to Know Before Buying a Property in Portugal

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• Differences Between Residential Areas: Understand characteristics of neighborhoods and regions.
• Owner Profiles and Maintenance: Local traditions may affect how properties were maintained or transferred.
• Key Features: We point out features valued in each area and by different buyer types.

6.2. The Legal Process of Buying and Selling Property in Portugal

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Foreign buyers should engage a lawyer or solicitor to confirm documents, ensure there are no encumbrances or rights of preference, and avoid properties with legal or planning issues.

6.2.1. Can a property buyer receive legal advice from a real estate agency in Portugal?

Agencies assist with searches, owner contact, location advice, values, and paperwork. Agents cannot provide legal advice or act on legal matters. Only legal professionals can do this.

6.2.2. Can a foreign property buyer purchase a home without hiring a lawyer?

Yes. There is no legal requirement to hire a lawyer. However, it is strongly recommended.

6.3. What Does a Foreigner Need to Buy Property in Portugal?

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The first step is to obtain a Portuguese tax number (“Número de Identificação Fiscal”). You can request it at any Finanças office, either in person or via a legal representative.

7. The 3 Main Reasons to Buy with LisbonProperty

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• Local Experts: A dedicated agent guides you through the process.
• Over 20 Years of Work: Consistent quality and service.
• Large Selection: A broad portfolio to compare and decide.

8. After Buying the Property, What Do You Need?

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• Property insurance
• Cleaning service
• Electricity contract
• Water contract
• TV & Internet

Enjoy your new home.

9. The Buying and Selling Process in Portugal

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The property buying and selling process in Portugal is straightforward, but non-Portuguese speakers may have questions. See our free articles with links to official regulators.

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Why LisbonProperty is a smart choice

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We make property purchasing easier and align with your lifestyle. LisbonProperty is in the top 1% in Portugal, trusted for 1,000+ premium homes, including many new developments in private condominiums, with options from villas and apartments to plots across Lisbon, Cascais, and Algarve. One agency, multiple branches, broad reach.

LisbonProperty is part of ARE, Lda — licensed by IMPIC 9492

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LisbonProperty is a website of the ARE — Algarve Real Estate Lda group, a licensed real estate agency in Portugal. Licensed by IMPIC (Instituto dos Mercados Públicos, do Imobiliário e da Construção), license no. 9492. This ensures compliance with Portuguese real estate regulations, comparable to HUD/NAR (USA), RICS (UK), CRECI (Brazil), CREA (Canada), or FNAIM (France).

Being IMPIC-licensed means adherence to standards of professionalism, ethics, and transparency in every transaction.