Property for Sale in Leiria Portugal

Leiria is a small and fascinating city and municipality by the sea in the Central Region of Portugal. An hour and forty minutes from Lisbon and an hour and fifty to Porto (by car), Leiria is sometimes viewed as a stopover between the two, but it has much more personality than that.  

There’s a popular Portuguese rhyme about the city of Leiria: it has a river that flows uphill, a tower that does not have a cathedral, a cathedral that does not have a tower, and a High Street that is not straight. Intrigued? 

Leiria was one of the first cities in Portugal to be occupied by the Moors back in the 10th century. One of the main features of the town is the carefully preserved Medieval castle, which was a military fortress and a royal palace. Additionally, the Sé Catedral de Leiria is must-see. Originally built in 1545, it was damaged by an earthquake and reconstructed in the 18th century. The hubbub of the town can be found in Rodrigues Lobo Square, where locals and tourists alike stop for coffee, browse boutique shops, and get a sweet bite to eat. Plus, for a more modern taste of culture, there’s the annual Leiria Film Festival.  

For a spot of nature, head to Parque Natural das Serras de Aire e Candeeiros, which is partly located in Leiria, partly located in the district of Santarém. It is home to rivers, rock formations, 18 species of bat and…dinosaur footprints!  

Property for sale in Leiria is an excellent option for those that want a home by the sea as it is part of Portugal’s picturesque Silver Coast. Though it should be noted that these are in the district of Leiria, not the city. Once a fishing village, the vast sands of Praia da Nazare has become a hit resort town. While Praia da Concha (which translates as “seashell beach”) in Marinha Grande, is a small and cosy cove. You can also find plenty of lovely lakes that are worth a dip.  

A property for sale in Leiria could be a good choice if you dislike intensely hot summers. May to September sees highs in at least the low twenties. August is the hottest month with an average daily maximum of 26°C. Meanwhile, January is when winter has the largest bite, but it still has an average daily maximum of 15°C.  

Lisbon airport has budget-friendly flights to Europe (and further) throughout the year. Luckily, via car, it is only an hour and twenty from Leiria. It is also possible to take a low-cost bus, which will take you two hours. 

In rural Leiria, you can find a plot of land for sale or even an old village home in need of renovation for as little as €50,000. Often, these old properties will be made from beautiful old stone and could be turned into a truly special home. If you would prefer a townhouse where the work has already been done, then you will need a budget of at least €100,000. Moreover, there are an increasing number of key ready apartments in new developments appearing in Leiria. For a two-bedroom new apartment, your starting budget will need to be €200,000. For this price, you can expect features such as double glazing, air conditioning, solar panels, gardens and a pool. A countryside house in Leiria that could sleep a family can be found for €250,000. While such a home might lack modern features, it will come with beautiful views, private gardens and terraces. For a newer villa in Leiria, the starting price is €400,000. Leiria has much more affordable property options than areas that attract a large number of overseas buyers, such as Lisbon, the Algarve or Comporta. Additionally, it has a greater array of property types to choose from then areas which are mostly rural. You really can find an old ruin and a flash new build and everything in between in Leiria.