Portugal rental costs rise 9.1% year-on-year in Q1 2026
Median rent across new leases reached €9.46 per square metre in the first quarter of 2026, up 9.1% from the same period last year. All regions saw increases, with Lisbon commanding the highest rents at €17.42/m² among major cities.
Why it matters for your move
Rental inflation is accelerating; understanding regional price trends helps relocators budget and choose locations wisely.
This is Re-locant.com’s own brief, written to explain what the update means for people moving to or living in Portugal. For the full original report, see the source below.