English-Speaking Real Estate Agents and Buyer's Agents in Lisbon
In Portugal the seller usually pays the estate agent, a percentage of the price plus 23% VAT, so that agent works for the seller. A buyer's agent works only for you: they search (including off-market homes), check the property and its licensing, negotiate, and coordinate the lawyer and notary, for a fee agreed in a written mandate. Every agent must hold an AMI licence, so ask for the number.
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Ines
Lisbon, Dec 2025
I’m moving from France to Portugal and needed help renting from a distance. Camille found us a house, negotiated the contract with the landlord, explained tenant laws, answered all our questions about local life like schools and doctors, did the visit with the landlord, sent us a video, arranged the inventory, and will be there to give us the keys. She was very easy to communicate with, always responsive on WhatsApp voice messages, and whenever she said we’d get something by a certain time, we got it right on time. The whole process felt much simpler and, honestly, everything was perfect; pricing looks like it will be fair too.
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Amir
Amesterdam, Jul 2024
I connected with Katia through a friend in Lisbon, and she immediately understood my needs. We spent two days visiting numerous houses, with her offering valuable advice along the way. Although we haven't purchased a house yet due to budget constraints, I am confident we will find the right one with her continued help.
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Ron
Tel Aviv, Aug 2024
Finding the right place in Lisbon was made seamless by Yehonatan and his team. After a long search, they presented me with numerous options, and I finalized my choice just before leaving for Israel. Now, I have the perfect apartment for both my visits and short-term rentals.
How much do real estate agents cost in Lisbon?
Real price ranges from the jobs our vetted real estate agents actually do. Prices updated October 2026
Land and plot purchase
How much does an agent charge for land in Lisbon?
Land is sold on the same basis as homes: a percentage of the price plus 23% VAT, paid by the seller. Before you commit, have a lawyer or architect check with the câmara (town hall) what can actually be built there, because that decides what the plot is worth.
Paid by the seller
a % of the price + 23% VAT
Common rate on property sales
around 5% + VAT
New developments
How much does an agent charge on a new development in Lisbon?
The agency selling a new building works for the developer, who pays its commission, so as a buyer you normally pay no agency fee. That also means nobody in the sales office is on your side, so have your own lawyer check the promissory contract (CPCV) and its payment terms before you hand over a deposit.
Paid by the developer
built into the price
Buyer
usually no agency fee
Property search and buying
How much does a buyer's agent cost in Lisbon?
If you buy through the seller's agent you normally pay them nothing, but they work for the seller. A buyer's agent works for you and usually charges around 1% to 3% of the price plus VAT, though some take a share of the seller's commission instead, so ask how they're paid before you sign.
Seller's agent
€0 to you, the seller pays
Your own buyer's agent
about 1% to 3% of the price + VAT
Some buyer's agents
a flat fee or upfront retainer
Marketing and viewings
How much do marketing and viewings cost in Lisbon?
With a traditional agency, photos, portal listings and viewings are normally covered by the commission, which is only due once the deal is done. Read the mediation contract for any upfront marketing fee, since some flat-fee agencies charge one at the start.
Traditional agency
inside the commission, no extra
Photographer if you sell yourself
€55 to €250
Property listing and sale
How much does an estate agent charge to sell a property in Lisbon?
Agents here usually charge the seller 4% to 6% of the sale price plus 23% VAT, with 5% the most common rate, normally paid at the deed. Ask whether the mandate is exclusive, how long it runs, and whether any of the fee falls due earlier, at the promissory contract (CPCV).
Paid by the seller
4% to 6% + 23% VAT
Most common rate
5% + VAT
On a €400,000 flat at 5%
€20,000 + €4,600 VAT
Property valuation
How much does a property valuation cost in Lisbon?
An agent will usually value your home for free in the hope of the listing. For a mortgage, the bank sends its own valuer registered with the CMVM (the regulator that licenses property valuers) and you, the buyer, pay the fee; a formal report for a court or an inheritance is a separate paid job.
Agent's valuation before listing
usually free
Bank valuation for a mortgage
€220 to €310 + 4% stamp duty
Independent certified valuer
about €150 to €500
Landlord rental listing
How much does an agent charge to rent out my property in Lisbon?
In Portugal the landlord normally pays the agency that finds the tenant, usually one to two months' rent plus 23% VAT, due once the lease is signed. Ask whether drafting the contract is included, and make sure the agency isn't also billing your tenant for the same deal.
Paid by the landlord
1 to 2 months' rent + VAT
On a €1,500 monthly rent
€1,500 to €3,000 + VAT
Rental search for tenants
How much does a rental agent charge tenants in Lisbon?
When you rent through an agency the landlord hired, the landlord pays it, and Portuguese rules stop an agency being paid by both sides of the same deal. Some agencies still ask tenants for a 'service' fee, often a month's rent plus VAT, so ask what it's for before you pay; hiring your own search agent is different, and then you pay them.
Renting through the landlord's agent
usually €0, the landlord pays
Extra fee some agencies ask for
often 1 month's rent + VAT
Your own search agent
quoted case by case
Short-term and holiday rental
How much does holiday rental management cost in Lisbon?
Holiday-let managers usually take 15% to 25% of booking income from the owner, and full-service deals run higher. Ask whether cleaning, laundry and VAT come on top of that percentage, and check the current short-let licensing rules for your area before you count on bookings.
Paid by the owner
15% to 25% of booking income
Full-service plans
up to 30% or more
On €2,000 of monthly bookings
about €300 to €500
Contract and lease assistance
How much does contract help cost in Lisbon?
When an agent arranges the deal, the contract paperwork is usually covered by their fee. For a purchase, it's worth paying your own lawyer to check the title and read the promissory contract (CPCV), especially if it only exists in Portuguese.
Through the agent
usually inside the commission
Lease drafted on its own
from about €120 + VAT
Your own lawyer for a purchase
about 1% to 2% of the price + VAT
Property management
How much does property management cost in Lisbon?
Long-term management usually costs the landlord around 10% of the monthly rent, plus VAT. Get in writing what that covers (rent collection, receipts, small repairs, tax paperwork) and what is billed on top, because repairs and accounting are often extra.
Paid by the landlord
about 8% to 12% of the rent + VAT
On a €1,500 monthly rent
about €120 to €180 a month + VAT
Market analysis
How much does a market analysis cost in Lisbon?
An agent hoping to win your listing will usually give you a market estimate for free, and online tools give a rough figure in minutes. Treat both as a starting point, and if you need a number that stands up on its own, pay a valuer registered with the CMVM (the regulator that licenses property valuers) for a written report.
From an agent seeking the listing
usually free
Online estimate tools
free, a rough guide only
Written report from a valuer
about €150 to €500
Negotiation support
How much does negotiation support cost in Lisbon?
Negotiating is part of what the commission pays for, not a separate fee. In Portugal an agency can't be paid by both sides of the same deal, so the agent the seller hired negotiates for the seller; if you're buying and want someone pushing on your side, that's a buyer's agent, who you'd usually pay yourself.
Seller's agent
inside the seller's commission
Your own buyer's agent
often 1% to 3% of the price + VAT
Tenant screening
How much does tenant screening cost in Lisbon?
Checking a tenant is normally part of a letting or management service rather than a separate bill. Ask what is actually checked (income, job, references), and if you take out rent-default insurance, the insurer runs its own solvency check on the tenant.
Through a letting agent
inside the letting fee
Letting fee that covers it
1 to 2 months' rent + VAT
Frequently Asked Questions
What expats want to know before hiring real estate agents in Lisbon.
Are there English-speaking real estate agents in Lisbon?
Yes, and more do as the expat community grows. The hard part is knowing who is reliable before you book, so every one we list is reviewed by other expats who have actually used them.
What should I check before hiring real estate agents in Lisbon?
Read recent reviews, be clear about exactly what you need, and agree the scope and an estimate in writing before any work starts. For anything regulated, check they hold the right credentials for the job.
Should the estate agent be licensed in Lisbon?
Yes, and it protects you. In Portugal estate agencies must hold an AMI licence. Ask for it before signing anything, especially with the contracts in the local language.
What is the difference between a buyer's agent and an estate agent in Portugal?
An estate agent is hired and paid by the seller to sell the home, so they work for the seller. A buyer's agent is hired and paid by you to find the right home, check it and negotiate on your side. Both need an AMI licence.
Do I need a buyer's agent to buy in Lisbon?
No, it is optional. It helps most if you are buying from abroad, do not speak Portuguese, or want homes that are not advertised. If you buy without one, have a lawyer check the property's registration, licence and debts before you sign.
How do I explain what I need if my Portuguese is limited?
A photo, a short video or a written list does most of the talking, and the professionals we list are used to international clients. Booking an English-speaking one takes the stress out of it entirely.
How do you say real estate agents in Portuguese?
In Portuguese, real estate agents are usually called agentes imobiliarios. That is the word to search for or to ask a neighbour, though many professionals here are used to the English term too.
How do I find real estate agents I can trust in Lisbon?
Check the reviews and any credentials before you book. On Locallista the reviews are phone-verified and the ranking is based on real expat experience, not who paid the most.