Beyond Lisbon: The South Bay is the New Investment Frontier
Foreign investors are discovering a new high-growth area in the Lisbon region: the Margem Sul (South Bay). According to luxury real estate agency Engel & Volkers, areas like Almada, Seixal, and Alcochete are showing explosive growth, with the agency conducting more transactions there last month than in the city of Lisbon itself.
This shift comes as foreign buyer transactions in Portugal's luxury market jumped 14.5% last year, indicating a robust and expanding appetite for Portuguese property.
What Foreign Investors Need to Know"The South Bay is revealing a new attractiveness for its blend of coastal lifestyle and proximity to the capital at a more accessible price point," stated Margarita Oltra of Engel & Volkers. For investors, this region represents a ground-floor opportunity to capitalize on a market that is just beginning to mature. The increasing demand suggests a strong potential for property value appreciation in the coming years.
Actionable Steps for Today's Buyer- Explore Almada and Seixal: These municipalities are at the forefront of the boom, offering new developments and infrastructure improvements that are attracting both Portuguese residents and expats.
- Analyze Transport Links: The value of South Bay properties is closely tied to their connectivity to Lisbon via ferry and bridge. Prioritize properties with easy access to these transport links.
- Identify Value-Add Opportunities: As the market is less mature than central Lisbon, there are greater opportunities for finding properties with renovation or rental potential that can deliver higher yields.
- Act on Market Momentum: The fact that a major agency is outperforming its Lisbon sales in the South Bay is a powerful indicator of market velocity. Early movers are likely to see the greatest returns.
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