Portugal’s real estate market continues to attract international homebuyers in 2025. France, the UK, Germany, Switzerland, Spain, and the USA top the list of countries searching for houses for sale in Portugal, according to a new idealista report. Discover the latest trends and regions favored by foreign buyers.
Portugal’s Real Estate Continues to Attract Foreign Buyers in 2025, With France, UK, and USA Leading Demand
Portugal continues to solidify its status as a top destination for international home buyers, according to a recent study by idealista analyzing Portugal’s real estate market in the second quarter of 2025. The attraction of Portugal’s property market remains strong, especially among foreigners searching for a rental house in Spain’s neighbor, Portugal.
Top Foreign Countries Searching for a House in Portugal
The countries generating the highest demand for houses for sale in Portugal are France, the United Kingdom, Germany, Switzerland, and Spain. Notably, the USA stands out for featuring in the top three countries of interest for several Portuguese regions—a testament to the growing American fascination with relocating or investing in Portugal.
Regional Highlights: Madeira and Algarve Lead International Interest
Some areas in Portugal are witnessing particularly robust international interest. Madeira tops the list with 42% of all house advertisement views originating abroad, followed by Faro (36%), São Miguel (34%), and Viana do Castelo (30%).
By contrast, major hubs like Lisbon, Évora, Setúbal, and Porto saw less than 15% of their real estate searches from international users in Q2 2025.
Breakdown of International Searches by Region
- France dominates the search for homes in eight districts, including Porto, Braga, Aveiro, and Viana do Castelo.
- The United Kingdom is the leading country of origin for international demand in Faro, Évora, Setúbal, and three other territories.
- In Madeira, Germans (18%), British (17%), and Americans (10%) lead the search for property.
- In Faro, the United Kingdom holds the top spot (17%), followed by France and Germany (12% each).
- In Lisbon, Americans comprise the largest share of foreign home-seekers (14%), ahead of the UK (13%) and Spain (8%).
- In Porto, the top countries are France (15%), USA (12%), and Brazil (9%).
What’s Driving International Buyers to Portugal?
Tax incentives, a high quality of life, safety, and Portugal’s welcoming climate continue to make the nation’s real estate market appealing to overseas investors and prospective homeowners alike. With a variety of regions offering unique lifestyle options—from the beaches of the Algarve to the historic streets of Porto—Portugal is proving that its appeal is both global and enduring.
As 2025 progresses, Portugal’s real estate market is characterized by healthy international demand. If you are considering investing or searching for a rental house in Spain or neighboring Portugal, these trends highlight the growing attractiveness of the region for foreign buyers.
For the latest updates and in-depth analysis on Portugal’s real estate, stay tuned to idealista and related property news sources.
