5 Reasons to Own Property in Tavira, Portgual

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Are you looking for a city in Portugal to buy a property? If so, then you should definitely consider the city of Tavira, in Algarve. Why should you choose Tavira over other cities? Here are the top five reasons for buying property in Tavira:

1. Tavira is a lovely city

Tavira is a unique fishing town where time seems to have stood still. Different groups controlled Tavira until King Manuel I made it part of Portugal in 1520. From the 1500s until the 1700s it remained the primary trading port throughout Algarve. Although Tavira is a fantastic spot for tourists, it ironically hasn't become overwhelmed by tourism. Still, there are several places to visit, including the Ponte Romana Bridge, some of Algarve's most picturesque churches, the village of Cacela Velha, and the city's beach. Owning a property in Tavira will give you the opportunity to spend much time exploring these sites, which will make your time in Tavira as thrilling as possible.

2. Tavira's reasonable cost of living

Portugal joined the European Union (EU) in 1986 and since then its cost of living has risen substantially. In fact, the cost of living continues to gradually near that of many other countries in the EU. What type of income do you need to live comfortably in Portugal? If you're earning about 1,000 Euros or $1400 USD per month through a salary or pension, then you'll be able to live comfortably in Tavira. You'll also be able to maintain your home well, which is imperative after you've signed on the dotted line.

3. Tavira's recent housing boom

Tavira is somewhat less developed than other regions of Portugal, which is actually a blessing in disguise if you're interested in buying real estate there. Recent years have seen a real estate and construction boom in Portugal, and particularly in rural areas such as Tavira. The bottom line is that you'll likely have a wide array of properties to choose from, with price tags lower than more urbanized regions of the country. The future looks bright for Tavira's housing market, so it's likely that any properties that you buy will increase in value during the near future.

4. Tavira's wonderful climate

The climate of Portugal is generally classified as "Mediterranean." It's one of the warmest countries throughout Europe, with Algarve basically having the same type of of climate as Spain's coastal regions. Algarve's temperatures typically range between 25ºC and 48ºC. While the region has experienced freezing temperatures, it's quite rare. There's little rain throughout the year, and June and July have a daily average of 12 hours of sunlight!

5. Tavira's perfect size for a home

Tavira's population is about 25,000 inhabitants, making it larger than the surrounding areas of the Algarve. The size of the city is large enough for you not to feel that you're in a remote area, yet more comfortable than large metropolitan areas such as Lisbon. Whether you're interested in maintaining a business or retiring in Portugal, Tavira's size definitely makes it an ideal city to live in.


For those interested in Tavira property contact the Algave property team via email at: info@portugalproperty.com or call free on +44(0) 800 0148201

Published in: Guide to Portugal