Housing: Lisbon is the second city in the world where luxury rents are rising the fastest

Luxury residential rents in Lisbon rose 7.6% in the first half of 2026, the second-highest increase among 30 cities analyzed by the Savills World Cities Prime Residential Index. Sales prices grew by 3.3%, with the cost per square meter reaching 14,600 euros and average luxury rents hitting 30 euros per square meter per month, driven by limited supply and strong international demand.

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While this news focuses on the luxury 'prime' sector, it reflects the broader market pressure and scarcity that continue to influence high rental and purchase prices for all residents in Lisbon.

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