Rural Properties Portugal - RPF

10/06/2026

I do love this AI business although feel far too dense to use it properly.

I was sent this image of one of our properties from our local iad.pt agent, Mandy Walker.

I think it's remarkable how computers can help us.

Imagine trying to create this sort of image even five years ago...?

https://www.iadportugal.pt/en/ad/housevilla-sale-3-bedrooms-figueiro-dos-vinhos-e-bairradas-266m2/r130522

08/06/2026

Portugal has some outstanding specialist suppliers.

This new wooden floor is now being laid at the Albergaria de São Pedro in Pedrógão Grande.

This particular wood was chosen with the buyer of this C16th property and is in total accord with the open volumes, light grey walls and cloud white ceiling woodwork that have defined this exceptional development.

The specialist wood supplier was Madeicentro, not far north of Coimbra, whose selection and service are highly recommended.

27/05/2026

Final renovation work soon to commence at Travessa da Asnega in Pedrógão Pequeno, Sertã.

Our wooden rooves, painted in 'cloud white', seem to have become a Rural Properties trademark.

With around 175m2 over two floors plus a lovely 220m2 garden with mature orange tree, this beautiful cottage in a quiet location will suit many buyers looking for a key-in-the-door solution for under €200.000.

https://www.idealista.pt/en/imovel/33666639/

25/05/2026

Housing law in Spain: rents rise and supply plummets, according to idealista news, showing in graphic detail what happens when governments politicise the property market.

The Housing Law legislation was created with the aim of containing rental prices and improving access to housing.

However, market evolution since 2023 paints a picture marked by three main trends: rising prices, a sharp drop in supply, and an unprecedented increase in competition among tenants.

Rents are now 30.7% more expensive in Spain, supply has decreased by 30%, and competition for housing has more than doubled.

Any predictions for Portugal...?

17/05/2026

Who else has come across this half-way point on the EN2?

I discovered it while looking for an old house that had been recommended to me.

I must drive the entire length one day - maybe when fuel prices reduce from their current level!

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01/05/2026

Each and every visitor to the Rural Properties renovation in Pedrógão Pequeno, Central Portugal said how impressed they were by the cast iron radiators that we installed as part of the new central heating system.

We have been offered exclusivity on a range of similar, cast iron radiators which, as the resale cost would be entirely reasonable, is being analysed.

As for demand - would you use cast iron radiators in your next renovation? What are important factors for you, in addition to cost?

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08/04/2026

House prices in Portugal increased by 18.9% in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

This is the second highest increase among European Union countries, and, according to Eurostat data released on April 7, 2026, they have practically tripled in the last decade as a whole, accumulating an appreciation of 180% between 2015 and 2025.

All according to idealista/news

06/04/2026

As long as this ‘modernization’ does not mean that environmental issues are sidelined - something that may have helped delay Ombria which went ahead despite serious concerns.

Government vows to cut red tape holding back Algarve tourism

(apoiado pelos , no âmbito do Programa Regional )

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06/04/2026

Good.

Lagoa council warns residents over rules for prefab homes

(apoiado pelos , no âmbito do Programa Regional )

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31/03/2026

All of the monthly rural property articles I have written for the Portugal Resident are on this useful link, including the latest one, 'Property Highlight – History reimagined'

https://www.portugalresident.com/author/paul-rees/