Youth Party Warns Housing Crisis Continues
Juventude JPP warns housing remains unaffordable for Madeiran youth five decades after 1974 revolution
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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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CDS Wants Simpler Rules to Legalise Homes in Câmara de Lobos
The CDS wants Câmara de Lobos to cut red tape for small building works and for legalising existing homes, as a response to the housing crisis.
Funchal Housing Supply Falls One-Third
Funchal housing supply drops one-third vs last year, largest decrease among district capitals. Madeira island overall registered a 23% reduction in housing supply.
Madeirans Need 72% of Income to Buy a T2 Apartment
Housing costs in Madeira require 72% of average couple's income to buy a T2 apartment, highest in Portugal.
President Supports Next-Day Evictions of Tenants Failing to Pay Rent
With access to affordable rental housing being very limited, President Albuquerque today called for allowing next-day evictions for tenants who fail to pay rent. He said this would reduce pressure on the housing market.
Madeira Rents Rise 11.4%, Reaching Record €16.7/m²
Rental prices in Madeira reached €16.7/m² in April 2026, rising 11.4% year on year and setting a new record level.
Madeira Housing Prices Fall 8.3% in Late 2025 Despite National Rise
Madeira saw housing prices fall 8.3% in 2025, standing out from most Portuguese regions, where property values continued to rise despite fewer transactions nationwide.
Rents in Portugal Fall for Third Month as Supply Increases
Prices for renting in Madeira increased 5.0% since December and 5.2% year-on-year.
Madeira Housing Values Rise 18.1% in One Year
In 2025, bank valuations for housing in Madeira increased 18.1% year-on-year.
Housing Turning Point? Madeira With Decline in Sales and Value
Real estate sales and transaction values in Madeira are falling, yet limited supply and strong demand keep prices high - what will happen next? Two real estate consultants share their views.
Madeira Rent Levels Now Reach Porto District
According to Idealista, median rents in Madeira now match those in the Porto district, with Funchal further narrowing the gap with Porto city.
