One-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace by the Douro River

€359,000€6,298/m²

1
bedroom
1
bathroom
57 m²
interior
Apartment
property type
29 May 2026
listed

The Habio take

AI summary

This one-bedroom apartment in Vila Nova de Gaia boasts a private terrace and stunning views of the Douro River. Located in the charming Pescaria area, you can enjoy easy access to Porto while relishing a peaceful riverside lifestyle.

city
quiet
rental income
investment

Highlights

Private terrace with river views
Storage room included
Parking space available
Located in scenic Pescaria
Walking distance to local amenities

Worth knowing

Compact size for extended stays
Potentially limited storage for extensive belongings

Good fit for: Ideal for singles or couples seeking a vibrant riverside lifestyle.

Lifestyle scores

Beach: 30
Walkable: 80
Remote work: 70
Family: 40
Retirement: 60
Airport access: 60
Investment: 75
Luxury: 65
Value: 70

About this place

One-bedroom apartment with terrace, storage room and a parking space, located in Pescaria, facing the Douro River, in Vila Nova de Gaia.

Buying property in Portugal

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Portugal is open to foreign buyers with no restrictions on ownership. A NIF (tax number) and Portuguese bank account are required, and most buyers engage an independent lawyer to handle searches, contracts, and the public deed.

1
Get a NIF
Apply for a Portuguese tax number (Número de Identificação Fiscal). Non-EU residents need a fiscal representative.
2
Open a bank account
Open a local account to handle the deposit, taxes, and ongoing utility payments.
3
Engage a lawyer
Hire an independent lawyer (not the seller's) to run title and planning searches.
4
Sign the CPCV
Promissory contract (Contrato de Promessa de Compra e Venda) with a deposit, typically 10–30%.
5
Final searches & funds
Lawyer confirms clean title; you transfer the balance and pay IMT and stamp duty before completion.
6
Escritura (deed)
Sign the public deed at a notary or via online platform Casa Pronta. Keys handed over.
7
Register the property
Lawyer registers the new ownership at the Land Registry (Conservatória do Registo Predial).

The Golden Visa programme no longer accepts residential real estate as a qualifying investment (changed 2023). Mortgages are available to non-residents, typically up to 60–70% LTV.

General guidance only — confirm specifics with a qualified local lawyer or tax adviser. Reference