Madeira Home Prices Up 14.6% in 2025
According to Idealista, Madeira recorded a 14.6% increase in property prices over the past year, proving robust market activity and tight housing conditions.
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Madeira has seen crucial changes in the real estate market. Property prices and rentals went through the roof and many are finding it increasingly difficult to find housing. Stay ahead with the latest property & real estate news on Madeira Island.
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Santana: Madeira's Most Affordable Housing Market at €1,792/m²
Santana is Madeira’s most affordable housing market, despite a yearly 21.1% increase, according to Idealista. See how the other municipalities rank.
41% of T1 Apartments in Funchal Are Selling Within a Month
Funchal’s real estate market shows rapid sales for smaller apartments, with T1 and T2 units selling often within a month.
Funchal's Exceptional Decline in Affordable Housing
Funchal’s affordable housing market has collapsed over the past five years. According to Idealista, homes under €200,000 now make up only 1% of listings, while mid-range properties also dropped sharply.
Madeira Leads Luxury Housing Supply on Portuguese Islands
Madeira is the main market for luxury homes on the Portuguese islands. Rising supply, lower demand, and strong interest from abroad are shaping the region’s property scene.
Housing Loans in Madeira Grow 30%, Wakening 2008 Crisis Risks
Madeirans borrowed €570 million, mostly for buying homes, a 30% increase from 2023. Experts warn that high debt levels could trigger 2008-style risks if property values drop or incomes and interest rates change.
Funchal Has the Highest Rental Costs in Portugal
Funchal households face extreme housing costs, spending 100% of their income on rent in the Q3 2025. That is the highest rate in Portugal & more than three times than the recommended 30-33%.
Real Estate Prices in Madeira Continue to Fall in Q2 2025
The median price for real estate in Madeira is falling for the second consecutive quarter. Despite annual growth, property sales have also sharply declined - here's what could happen next!
13% of Funchal Homes Sold In Less Than 7 Days
Time is money in Funchal’s housing market: around 13% of homes sold in less than a week, although this figure was already higher in previous periods.
Funchal’s Real Estate Returns Drop to 4.8%: Is the Boom Ending?
Buying property in Funchal gives just 4.8% return, below the 6.9% national average. Is the island losing appeal for investors, signaling the end of its real estate boom?
Land Prices Around Ponta do Pargo Golf Course Doubled
After construction restarted in 2023, land around Ponta do Pargo’s golf course doubled in price, attracting more foreign investors to the island.
