Within the framework of the "Decent Housing" policy, the Portuguese Government approved a broad set of measures with the stated objective of guaranteeing decent housing for all citizens. Among the most relevant decisions is the reduction of the VAT rate to 6% on the construction of houses for sale up to €648,000 or for rent up to €2,300, creating a direct incentive for the supply of housing for the middle class, especially in areas of greater pressure, such as Lisbon and Port

The State Budget for 2026 explicitly acknowledges that Portugal faces a “serious housing crisis,” an expression that appears in the document itself submitted to Parliament. This political recognition translates into a reinforcement of public housing programs, rent support, and financing instruments to accelerate the supply of affordable housing, especially for families with middle and low incomes. One of the central pillars is investment in public and subsidized housing, mana

Construction production in Portugal has regained momentum and is marking the start of 2026 with a significant signal for the entire real estate market. In November 2025, construction production rose by 4.5%, in a context where the Eurozone and the European Union registered a decline, reinforcing the idea that the Portuguese cycle has its own more positive dynamics. This growth is closely associated with the combination of public works, urban rehabilitation, and private housin