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Recent data confirms a trend that has become increasingly evident in Portugal: property valuations continue to rise even while market activity slows . Higher interest rates and tighter lending conditions have reduced the number of transactions, yet residential values — particularly in Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve — remain resilient. This apparent contradiction can be explained by structural supply shortages, demographic pressure and limited new construction. From a real esta

Construction costs have become one of the most influential variables in Portuguese property valuation. According to recent data, labour shortages and persistent material price inflation continue to push building costs above historical averages. For 2026, the official reference construction cost used for tax purposes increased again, reinforcing this structural shift. For valuers, this has direct implications: Replacement cost values increase , supporting higher asset values.

Portugal’s housing policy has entered a new phase, marked by tax incentives, regulatory simplification and targeted measures to increase residential supply. Among the most relevant initiatives are: proposed VAT reductions for residential construction, simplified planning and licensing procedures, and incentives linked to affordable rental programmes. For the real estate valuation sector, these measures are far from abstract political decisions — they directly affect value for

When you buy your home and ask for a bank loan, it's mandatory that your house is valuated by a certified property appraiser. These...

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