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Contemporary house with rectangular outdoor pool, concrete and glass architecture, wooden deck and seamless indoor-outdoor living, located in Santa Cruz near Hotel Areias do Seixo.

SILVER COAST VILLA

€ 15,000/month

4-Bedroom Coastal Villa to Rent in Santa Cruz, Torres Vedras

TORRES VEDRAS

VILLA

265 SQM

4 BEDROOMS

4 BATHROOMS

Private garden and pool area surrounded by mature vegetation, offering outdoor dining and relaxation spaces in a tranquil Cascais villa setting.

FANCIFUL VILLA

€ 15,000/month

7-Bedroom Villa to Rent in Cascais

CASCAIS

VILLA

390 SQM

7 BEDROOMS

7 BATHROOMS

Dining room of a three-bedroom apartment in Ericeira, featuring original wall frescoes, marble table and classic architectural details.

PALAZZO

€ 3,500/month

3-Bedroom Historic Apartment to Rent in Ericeira, Mafra

ERICEIRA

APARTMENT

180 SQM

3 BEDROOMS

2 BATHROOMS

Light-filled living room in a seaside townhouse for rent in Ericeira, featuring a neutral sofa, natural materials and access to an outdoor terrace.

LOVELY BAY

€ 5,200/month

4-Bedroom Townhouse to Rent in Ericeira

ERICEIRA

TOWNHOUSE

168 SQM

4 BEDROOMS

3 BATHROOMS

Modern penthouse kitchen in Ericeira with blue island cabinetry, stone countertops and exposed wooden beams.

ROYAL COASTAL

€ 4,800/month

3-Bedroom Penthouse to Rent in Ericeira, Mafra

ERICEIRA

PENTHOUSE

180 SQM

3 BEDROOMS

3 BATHROOMS

Sunlit living room in Ericeira apartment with natural textures, rattan furniture, soft neutral palette, sheer curtains, and a calm Mediterranean atmosphere.

CÔTÉ SUD

€ 2,500/month

2-Bedroom Apartment to Rent in Ericeira, Mafra

ERICEIRA

APARTMENT

106 SQM

2 BEDROOMS

2 BATHROOMS

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Looking for something specific?

Tell us what you need.

Area, size, budget and when you need it. We show what fits, including properties not yet listed.

Own a property to let?

We rent it as carefully as we would sell it.

Vetted tenants, a proper contract and management after the keys.

How renting works in Portugal

Residential leases in Portugal follow a national framework; the practical points below are the ones that surprise tenants arriving from abroad.

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Contract and registration. Leases are in writing and the landlord registers them with the tax authority. Ask for the registered contract: it is what gives you legal protection, and what you need for a residence permit or a tax address.

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Duration. Long-term leases for permanent housing are usually signed for one year or more and renew automatically unless either party gives notice. Shorter contracts exist for temporary stays, under different rules.

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Deposit and advance rent. A deposit of up to two months' rent is standard, plus rent in advance. Anything beyond that is negotiable, not required.

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Notice. Notice periods are set by law and depend on the length of the contract; the tenant can usually leave after part of the term with several months' notice. We put the exact periods in every contract.

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What you need. A Portuguese tax number (NIF), proof of income, and identification. A guarantor is sometimes requested; a larger deposit is the usual alternative.

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Rent increases. Annual updates follow a coefficient published by the government each autumn, not the landlord's discretion.

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Energy certificate and condition report. The landlord provides the energy certificate; we produce a photographed inventory at handover so that the deposit is returned without argument.

QUESTIONS

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. Landlords accept proof of foreign income, savings or a remote employment contract. A NIF is required; a Portuguese bank account helps but is not mandatory.

  • For a well-priced apartment in Lisbon, days. Bring your documents to the first visit; good properties are not available for long.

  • Rarely, in long-term leases. Water, electricity, gas and internet are contracted by the tenant; condominium fees are the landlord's.

  • Yes. A lease registered with the tax office is the usual proof of accommodation for AIMA, and it is what banks and electricity, water and internet providers ask for. Check that the landlord has registered it before you apply.

  • In central Lisbon, most are furnished or partly furnished; outside the centre and on longer leases, unfurnished homes are more common. Each listing says which, and the photographed inventory at handover records everything that stays.

  • If you are tax resident in Portugal, 15% of the rent you pay can be deducted in your IRS return, up to an annual limit set in the State Budget. The lease must be registered with the tax office, one more reason to ask for it.

  • It depends on the lease and on the building's rules. Many landlords accept a pet, sometimes with a slightly higher deposit. Tell us before the visit and we will only show you homes where it is allowed.

  • When you leave, once the keys are returned and the home has been checked against the inventory made on arrival. Normal wear is not deducted; damage is. The lease should state how many days the landlord has to repay it.

Portfolio

Properties for rent in Portugal

A small selection of apartments and houses for long-term rent, chosen with the same criteria as our sales: architecture, light, setting and a landlord who looks after the building. Most are in Lisbon; some are in the countryside or by the coast. We handle the visit, the contract and the handover, and we stay reachable after the keys. If you are moving to Portugal and need to understand how renting works here, the short guide below covers what tenants ask us most.

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