I live in the Algarve, and I would say the weather and the affordable cost of living with regard to everything except housing are major pros. A major con not often talked about is the low build quality and mold and damp issues. The mold here is next level, and not just in old country houses. It is a problem in expensive new builds, in apartments, in condos, in houses. It's a huge issue.
It's definitely a struggle! I hear from people who have lived or still own properties in other coastal parts of the world as well and they report the same. Surely we'll find a solution to this (hopefully sooner rather than later)!
@@livinginthealgarve The issues here are much worse unfortunately than in many other coastal areas around the world. I definitely recommend coming here and spending a lot of time checking it out if you are considering buying property here. The lack of insulation, proper foundations, modern roofing, and heating and cooling that function well are ubiquitous. It has shocked me how bad it is even in high priced real estate. I love the Algarve! It's beautiful, but this is a really serious issue here.
Yes, I've extensive civil engineering and construction experience and in my initial investigation of housing in the Algrave I was shocked at the lack of environmentally compatible construction of residential housing even at the $1MM level.
I have a place in Carvoiero which I love because it does not empty in the winter, one pro I am very happy is that Portuguese people are so friendly and warm, if you try and speak their language they really like it even if, like me , you are hopeless, I have had so many conversations where I speak in Portuguese and they speak in English.
I’ve been living in Portugal for over 2 1/2 years having moved here from California. I started in the north for a few months then went to the Algarve lived in Tavira for a few months and then finally in Lisbon where I’ve been for almost 2 years. in the Algarve, I lived in Tavira during the winter and it was dead. I came here with my dog and thought to there is a nice town. It just felt like a ghost town to a big degree. I don’t wanna live in city Central Lisbon nor do I want to have to drive 2 1/2 hours to get here so I’ve decided my focus will be outside of bed near to Lisbon and that would be either Cascais and Estoril or comporta and Troia. Cascais and Estoril. are just about a half hour from Lisbon by train. They’re very well established communities year round, having been the home of exiled royalty, and a hotel that serves as the model for “casino Royale, “the James Bond movie. Comporta and Troia are newer on the scene, and getting very popular as they are about a half hour south of Lisbon. Troia is on a peninsula surrounded by water and they are attracting very wealthy and celebrities who wanna have an exclusive area on the beach but still be close to the city. I’m going to visit there soon and get a good sense of of it. I just find that these areas outside of Lisbon give you the best of both worlds with access to museums theater opera but as well as my medical care and other things that I’ve already established here but you don’t have to deal with the problems of Citi life. I like Algarve, but not as a place to live. I just find it a bit thin, especially in the winter.
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Very informative video... I am thinking of retiring in the Algarve area for 4 to 6 months of the year Debating between long term rentals or buying a condo unit Which area are the more affordable in Algarve??? Thx
@tonycordeiro5495 I'm happy to chat about your personal situation and point you in the right direction. Feel free to book at calendly.com/livinginthealgarve/30min?month=2024-05 and we'll figure out the best option for you.
I guess you can be of great help, thanks for the information so far. How do I get in contact with you? Oh how silly of me, just found your contact details on your channel. I’ll give you a call
@@Nobody_Atall77324 there are 2/3 bedroom apartments in the Faro area starting in the low 200s and fixer upper houses starting in the mid 200s. If you'd like to look at options more in depth all my contact details are in the video descriptor 😊
I live in the Algarve, and I would say the weather and the affordable cost of living with regard to everything except housing are major pros. A major con not often talked about is the low build quality and mold and damp issues. The mold here is next level, and not just in old country houses. It is a problem in expensive new builds, in apartments, in condos, in houses. It's a huge issue.
It's definitely a struggle! I hear from people who have lived or still own properties in other coastal parts of the world as well and they report the same. Surely we'll find a solution to this (hopefully sooner rather than later)!
@@livinginthealgarve The issues here are much worse unfortunately than in many other coastal areas around the world. I definitely recommend coming here and spending a lot of time checking it out if you are considering buying property here. The lack of insulation, proper foundations, modern roofing, and heating and cooling that function well are ubiquitous. It has shocked me how bad it is even in high priced real estate. I love the Algarve! It's beautiful, but this is a really serious issue here.
Yes, I've extensive civil engineering and construction experience and in my initial investigation of housing in the Algrave I was shocked at the lack of environmentally compatible construction of residential housing even at the $1MM level.
I have a place in Carvoiero which I love because it does not empty in the winter, one pro I am very happy is that Portuguese people are so friendly and warm, if you try and speak their language they really like it even if, like me , you are hopeless, I have had so many conversations where I speak in Portuguese and they speak in English.
I’ve been living in Portugal for over 2 1/2 years having moved here from California. I started in the north for a few months then went to the Algarve lived in Tavira for a few months and then finally in Lisbon where I’ve been for almost 2 years. in the Algarve, I lived in Tavira during the winter and it was dead. I came here with my dog and thought to there is a nice town. It just felt like a ghost town to a big degree. I don’t wanna live in city Central Lisbon nor do I want to have to drive 2 1/2 hours to get here so I’ve decided my focus will be outside of bed near to Lisbon and that would be either Cascais and Estoril or comporta and Troia. Cascais and Estoril. are just about a half hour from Lisbon by train. They’re very well established communities year round, having been the home of exiled royalty, and a hotel that serves as the model for “casino Royale, “the James Bond movie. Comporta and Troia are newer on the scene, and getting very popular as they are about a half hour south of Lisbon. Troia is on a peninsula surrounded by water and they are attracting very wealthy and celebrities who wanna have an exclusive area on the beach but still be close to the city. I’m going to visit there soon and get a good sense of of it. I just find that these areas outside of Lisbon give you the best of both worlds with access to museums theater opera but as well as my medical care and other things that I’ve already established here but you don’t have to deal with the problems of Citi life. I like Algarve, but not as a place to live. I just find it a bit thin, especially in the winter.
@@pbohearn it's not for everyone, that's definitely true and the areas you mentioned are gorgeous as well!
Excellent vidéo Say hello to my friend Frank Mackay !
Portugal is a place i must visit.
You're going to LOVE it!
@@livinginthealgarve Thanks my lovey dovey i will come and love it. Si Senora Obrigrado 😊🤗🥰🙏🤳
Thanks Terry. Gr8 vid and info. Are taxes now 40-50% for a new expat retiring there?
Enjoy your content. One question, is there a recommended real estate site to find long term (annual) furnished rentals in Algarve?
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Loved ur video! I’m coming to Faro and looking to relocate there. I’d love to hear about any jobs u think I could apply to!❤🎉
Happy to help @myshannc ! Let's schedule a WhatsApp call so I can find out a bit more about your skills and point you in the right direction😊
@@livinginthealgarve is it possible to chat private here on TH-cam? I’ll give u my deets there🤗
@@myshanncsounds good!
Very informative video...
I am thinking of retiring in the Algarve area for 4 to 6 months of the year
Debating between long term rentals or buying a condo unit
Which area are the more affordable in Algarve???
Thx
@tonycordeiro5495 I'm happy to chat about your personal situation and point you in the right direction. Feel free to book at calendly.com/livinginthealgarve/30min?month=2024-05 and we'll figure out the best option for you.
Agree with transport Con, you 100% need a car in the Algarve
@@onekellerwilliams absolutely! Doable with public transportation, but REALLY tricky and time consuming!
What about safety? Is it common for robbery and theft?
@@commonsensewisdom625 Portugal is consistently ranked among the safest countries in the world 😊
you're in Portugal
@suzydabakian4977, that's right! At Faro Beach in this video. Have you ever been?
I guess you can be of great help, thanks for the information so far. How do I get in contact with you? Oh how silly of me, just found your contact details on your channel. I’ll give you a call
@TheSillybits Feel free to book a call with me at calendly.com/livinginthealgarve/30min?month=2024-05
When you say affordable, what are we talking about in actual numbers?
That depends on the area. Do you have a preferred area? I can give you an idea of starting prices.
@@livinginthealgarve How about something in the countryside around Faro?
@@Nobody_Atall77324 there are 2/3 bedroom apartments in the Faro area starting in the low 200s and fixer upper houses starting in the mid 200s. If you'd like to look at options more in depth all my contact details are in the video descriptor 😊
COL From say 1000 Euro's - 3000 + p/month including rent
Nice vedio.
I am from Singapore, looking for a place in Algarve for my retirement.
Great! Do you know where in the Algarve you would like to be?
Why not Singapore?
Portimao, T1 seaview apartment near the beach.
Singapore weather is too hot all year around.
She is painful to listen to.🙉