The Best Property Websites For Buying Property in Portugal

If you’re familiar with Zillow or Realtor.com in the US—or Rightmove and Zoopla in the UK—your instinct is probably to look for “the one big website” that lists every property for sale.

In Portugal, that doesn’t exist.

There is no MLS system, and that means two things:

1. No single website has every property
2. You need to check multiple sites if you want a complete picture of what’s on the market

Think of Portugal as a patchwork: different agents upload to different portals, some post only on their agency website, and a surprising number of rural owners still list only on classifieds.

Below is the most complete, practical guide you’ll find on the best property websites in Portugal—how they differ, their pros and cons, and which ones are worth your time depending on the type of buyer you are.

The Short Version

If you only read one thing, read this:

• Idealista → The closest thing Portugal has to Zillow or RightMove. Start here.
• Imovirtual → The “local favourite”—a must-check alongside Idealista.
• Casa Sapo / SuperCasa → Older, detailed, and occasionally great for unique finds.
• Green-Acres & Kyero → Designed for foreigners, easy to browse, but fewer listings.
• Pure Portugal → Best site for land, farms, ruins, and rural living.
• OLX & Custo Justo → Portuguese classifieds (like Craiglist or Gumtree)

And because there’s no MLS, you truly do need to check several.

Idealista

Website: idealista.pt
Best for: Everyone. This is your starting point.

Idealista is where almost every search begins. If a property is on the market, there’s a good chance it appears here. It has the largest inventory, the friendliest interface, and (usefully for foreign buyers) a proper English-language version. It’s also available in French, German, Spanish, Italian, and Ukrainian. However, note that these are automatic translations and so some phrases may not be 100% correct.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 10,043 listings at the time of writing.

✔ Pros

• Largest selection of homes, land, and new builds
• English interface with decent filters (e.g. whether the property has tenants, repossessed properties, and features such as a garage, balcony, etc.)
• Excellent map search (the draw and search feature is particularly useful)
• Updated frequently
• The most widely used site among Portuguese, expats, and agents

✘ Cons

• Some duplicates (often due to different agencies listing)
• Some listings are out-of-date
• No way to filter for private sellers
• Developers sometimes list off-plan projects as “homes”

Bottom line: If you’re only using one site, this is the one—but don’t stop here.

Website: imovirtual.com
Best for: Finding more options

Imovirtual is the second-most-important portal and very popular with local buyers. It’s run by the OLX Group and has lots of listings that sometimes don’t appear on Idealista.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 8,197 listings at the time of writing.

✔ Pros

• Strong selection
• Filter for private sellers only
• Good search filters (e.g. garden, elevator, balcony, etc.)

✘ Cons

• No automatic English (or other languages) translation

Bottom line: Always search Imovirtual alongside Idealista. It often surfaces listings Idealista doesn’t show.

Casa Sapo / SuperCasa

Website: casa.sapo.pt
Best for: Detailed searches; bank-owned properties; slower-paced browsing.

Casa Sapo has been around since 2001 and still attracts some properties that aren’t listed elsewhere. The SuperCasa brand is now used for its app and updated interface, but it’s the same database underneath meaning properties listed on casa.sapo.pt are also listed on SuperCasa.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 10,766 listings at the time of writing.

✔ Pros

• Sometimes unique listings not found elsewhere
• Multilingual interface (including English, French, and Spanish)

✘ Cons

• Translation doesn’t automatically translate the listing

Bottom line: A solid “third site” once you start getting serious.

Green-Acres

Website: green-acres.pt
Best for: English-friendly browsing; rural villas; for-sale-by-owner international listings.

Green-Acres markets properties across Europe to international buyers. In Portugal, it features a curated selection—often aimed at retirees or second-home buyers.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 2,057 listings at the time of writing.

✔ Pros

• Fully English-friendly
• Many listings translated
• Good for country houses, villas, and lifestyle properties
• Includes many for-sale-by-owner listings via BeEverywhere
• Agents here usually speak English

✘ Cons

• Far fewer listings than Portuguese portals
• Higher prices on average
• Not ideal for local bargains
• Some listings duplicated from Idealista

Bottom line: Great for browsing in English, but not comprehensive.

Pure Portugal

Website: pureportugal.co.uk
Best for: Land, farms, ruins, eco-living, and off-grid projects.

Pure Portugal is beloved by rural buyers, especially British buyers dreaming of acreage, water sources, or a renovation project. Listings are curated with rural life in mind.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 20 listings at the time of writing. However, this website does focus more on rural properties.

✔ Pros

• Excellent for land and rural life
• English-language listings
• Many private sellers & small agencies
• Community feel, with guides on planning, agriculture, etc.

✘ Cons

• Very niche—mostly rural
• Smaller overall inventory
• Information can be sparse
• Properties can be remote or require major renovation

Bottom line: If you’re searching for “a bit of land” or a ruin, this site is essential. There are some city-center properties from time to time, but this isn’t the main focus.

OLX.pt

Website: olx.pt
Best for: Private sales, hidden gems, cheap land, renovation projects.

OLX is Portugal’s biggest classifieds site—think Craigslist or Gumtree. Many owners list their home or land here before anywhere else. However, it can take a while to filter through all of the properties to find the good options.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 14,292 listings at the time of writing. However, this website does focus more on rural properties.

✔ Pros

• Lots of direct owner listings
• Great for bargains and rural plots
• Some properties not listed on any other portal

✘ Cons

• Portuguese only
• Listing quality varies hugely
• Higher risk of scams
• Lots of incomplete descriptions
• Must verify everything

Bottom line: High-effort, high-reward. Great if you’re comfortable with Portuguese or using Google Translate.

Custo Justo

Website: custojusto.pt
Best for: Ultra-local deals and private sellers.

Similar to OLX but slightly quieter, Custo Justo is another go-to portal for Portuguese sellers who want to avoid agency fees.

We checked the properties in Lisbon page and there were 7,438 listings at the time of writing. However, this website does focus more on rural properties.

✔ Pros

• Many direct-owner listings
• Good for rural plots and village houses
• Prices often more “local” and realistic

✘ Cons

• Portuguese-only
• Even more basic than OLX
• Very varied listing quality
• Requires strong due diligence

Bottom line: Worth checking if you’re hunting for bargains or more options.

Don’t Forget Agency Websites

Many agents only post a selection of their portfolio on portals. Once you’ve narrowed down the region, it’s worth checking:

• Remax (available in English)
• Era (available in English)
• Engel & Völkers (available in English)
• Century 21 (available in English)
• Savills (available in English)
• Keller Williams (available in English)

Some listings appear here first, and may never get published to portals like Idealista or Imovirtual.

Should You Use a Buyer’s Agent?

Once you reach the serious phase, checking half a dozen websites every day becomes exhausting. A buyer’s agent can:

• Monitor all the portals for you
• Contact agents
• Pre-screen properties
• Confirm legal details
• Arrange viewings
• Spot duplicate or outdated listings
• Save you hours every week

They’re not essential, but for foreign buyers they can save enormous time, stress, and missteps—especially if you’re not in Portugal yet.

Final Tips for Buyers

✔ Use multiple sites—no single website has everything
✔ Cross-check listings across portals
✔ Learn basic Portuguese real estate terms
✔ Be cautious with classified ads and private sellers
✔ Never send money without seeing the property
✔ Use WhatsApp or call directly for faster responses
✔ Set up alerts, but expect to check manually too
✔ Get a good lawyer early in the process
✔ And above all: be patient—Portugal’s property market moves at its own pace