For many of us, building your own home is just a pipedream. But, with the reduced price of land in the Algarve nowadays and so many builders eager to get to work, this could be your chance to make your dream come true. Buying a plot of land in Portugal is often cheaper and easier than in other countries, particularly if you want to build your home in the countryside.
Many plots are sold with a building project already approved. But if you’re willing to go through the planning application process, you’ll find you have more to choose from and you’ll get more land for your money. It’s important to make sure that the land you choose allows you to use it to build a residential dwelling. The general rule is, if a plot of land includes a former dwelling, even if the existing building is beyond restoration, you should be able to get the required permission to build.
That said, Portugal has introduced some of the strictest planning laws in Europe to protect and enhance the environment, which is definitely a positive if you’re planning to make the Algarve your home. If you decide to embark on a building project, it’s wise to work with a Portuguese licenced real estate agent, a reputable lawyer and architect with knowledge and experience of the Portuguese planning process.
You can find out more about the legal aspects of buying property in Portugal here.
You can purchase a plot of land in the Algarve, with an existing building on site, from around €50,000. You’ll find a wide selection of plots for sale listed on Meravista. Here are just a few, taken from all over the Algarve.
This plot has fantastic potential to build a desirable home on the Algarve’s stunning west coast, in an established residential area. The plot measures 555 m2 and has the scope to build a two-story semi-detached villa. This would make an ideal holiday destination, close to Praia da Luz and Burgau.
This plot of 8720 m2 has a small ruin and the potential to build a property of up to 300 m2. It’s well located in a quiet countryside spot on the road to Messines.
This is a great investment opportunity. This 450m² plot is being sold for the construction of a detached dwelling. It’s in a great location, close to the new marina at Ferragudo.
This is a fantastic plot of land with a ruin. The total area is 33,060 m2 and the building area is currently 100 m2, but there is approval to expand this area up to 400 m2.
This plot of land with a ruin is located in the valley of Goldra de Baixo, just south of Loulé and only a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Loulé and Almancil. It has lovely views and is surrounded by nature and country villas, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the countryside without feeling isolated.
This plot comes with a large ruin and an approved project for a 3 or 4 bedroom villa of 200 m², plus annexes of 58 m². It’s a great area of flat and slightly sloping land, measuring 6.850 m², located in a quiet area near Gorjoes with lovely country views. An ideal area for horses.
This is a great spot to build a beautiful home with country and sea views. There is good access to the plot which measures 8.917m2 and has two ruins.
To start your own search, go to the Meravista map. In the search bar, select your preferred area, check the ‘sale’ and ‘land’ boxes, enter your price range and the map will automatically display all the plots for sale that meet your criteria.
You’ll find help and advice on all aspects of buying, moving and settling in to your new home in the Algarve right here, plus heaps more information about the region.
Congratulations! You’re one step closer to realising your dream.
Brought to you by Meravista – the place where smart people search for Algarve property for sale.
Build your own dream
by Sun’s Dragon
For many of us, building your own home is just a pipedream. But, with the reduced price of land in the Algarve nowadays and so many builders eager to get to work, this could be your chance to make your dream come true. Buying a plot of land in Portugal is often cheaper and easier than in other countries, particularly if you want to build your home in the countryside.
Many plots are sold with a building project already approved. But if you’re willing to go through the planning application process, you’ll find you have more to choose from and you’ll get more land for your money. It’s important to make sure that the land you choose allows you to use it to build a residential dwelling. The general rule is, if a plot of land includes a former dwelling, even if the existing building is beyond restoration, you should be able to get the required permission to build.
You can find out more about the legal aspects of buying property in Portugal here.
You can purchase a plot of land in the Algarve, with an existing building on site, from around €50,000. You’ll find a wide selection of plots for sale listed on Meravista. Here are just a few, taken from all over the Algarve.
This plot has fantastic potential to build a desirable home on the Algarve’s stunning west coast, in an established residential area. The plot measures 555 m2 and has the scope to build a two-story semi-detached villa. This would make an ideal holiday destination, close to Praia da Luz and Burgau.
Algoz, Silves - €70,000
This plot of 8720 m2 has a small ruin and the potential to build a property of up to 300 m2. It’s well located in a quiet countryside spot on the road to Messines.
This is a great investment opportunity. This 450m² plot is being sold for the construction of a detached dwelling. It’s in a great location, close to the new marina at Ferragudo.
Areias de Porches, Lagoa - €250,000
This is a fantastic plot of land with a ruin. The total area is 33,060 m2 and the building area is currently 100 m2, but there is approval to expand this area up to 400 m2.
Goldra de Baixo, Loule - €250,000
This plot of land with a ruin is located in the valley of Goldra de Baixo, just south of Loulé and only a few minutes’ drive from the centre of Loulé and Almancil. It has lovely views and is surrounded by nature and country villas, making it a perfect spot to enjoy the countryside without feeling isolated.
Gorjoes, near Santa Barbara de Nexe, Faro - €135,000
This plot comes with a large ruin and an approved project for a 3 or 4 bedroom villa of 200 m², plus annexes of 58 m². It’s a great area of flat and slightly sloping land, measuring 6.850 m², located in a quiet area near Gorjoes with lovely country views. An ideal area for horses.
Santa Catarina, Tavira - €250,000
This is a great spot to build a beautiful home with country and sea views. There is good access to the plot which measures 8.917m2 and has two ruins.
You’ll find help and advice on all aspects of buying, moving and settling in to your new home in the Algarve right here, plus heaps more information about the region.
Congratulations! You’re one step closer to realising your dream.
Brought to you by Meravista – the place where smart people search for Algarve property for sale.