Cascais e Estoril Real Estate on the Lisbon Riviera

Estoril is known for its casino, its long promenade to Cascais, and its tree-lined avenues of early 20th-century villas. The Cascais railway line runs along the coast and reaches central Lisbon in roughly 40 minutes, which is a big reason professionals live here. International schools and golf courses are within a short drive.

The immediate neighbour is Cascais, the sailing town and old fishing harbour, with its own pricing. Other nearby markets are Alcabideche, Parede, Sintra and Amadora, while Lisbon is the capital. Our dataset has no coordinates for this parish, so check distances on a map.

1. Obtain a Portuguese tax number (NIF) and open a bank account early.
2. Since the property golden-visa route closed in 2023, residency no longer comes automatically with a purchase.
3. In 2026 non-residents face a flat 7.5% property transfer tax (IMT) on purchases; confirm the current rate and start date with a lawyer.
4. Stamp duty of 0.8% and annual municipal tax (IMI) also apply.
5. Check licence status, as local-accommodation licences are restricted in many areas.

For detail see the Portugal buying guide, the mortgage guide, and our Portugal overview. Luxury buyers may also read about villas in Portugal.