How do I find a place to live in Portugal?
We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered...
"One way to find a place to live in Portugal is to search online. You can search for real estate websites, such as idealista.com and imovirtual.com, which often list a variety of different types of rentals ranging from holiday apartments to long-term residence. Additionally, you can search on Facebook groups and Expat forums, as many expats offer advice and help finding accommodation on these platforms. For a more customised option, you may wish to consider using a rental agency or estate agent, as they will be able to find properties to fit your exact requirements. Finally, you can also search for classified ad sites, such as OLX, for places to rent," mentioned another expat when asked about moving to Portugal.
"I first lived in an apartment near the University. You can never go wrong living around a large school. People tend to be more open to help. I eventually bought a proprty and built a four bedroom home in a quiet section of the city. The land was a bit more expensive than other areas but it was well worth it. If your going to build.... please watch your contractor closely and NEVER pay for anything up front, only for work that has been done. You can get yourself into trouble that way," commented one expat who made the move to Braga, Portugal.
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- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
How do I find a place to live in Portugal?
If you live in Portugal, newcomers to Portugal would love to hear your answer to this question.
About the Author
Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International
and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University
with a BA in International Business and German.
Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.
