Stunning Duplex Apartment in Historic Bairro Alto, Lisboa
€1,270,000
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal
- 3 bed
- 4 bath
- 180 m²
- SingleFamilyResidence
The Habio take
AI summaryThis luxurious three-bedroom duplex apartment, situated in the historic Bairro Alto, features a beautifully renovated interior within the iconic Palácio Ficalho. With spacious living areas and stunning river views, it offers a unique blend of contemporary comfort and historic charm in one of Lisbon's most vibrant districts.
- luxury
- historic
- city
- walkable
Highlights
- 180 sqm of living space
- Master suite with luxurious bathroom
- Large living and dining area with ample natural light
- Balcony with scenic river views
- Parking space included
- 24-hour security and elevator access
Worth knowing
- Higher price point for the area
- Potential noise from the vibrant neighbourhood
Good fit for: Ideal for those seeking a luxurious city living experience in a historic setting.
Lifestyle scores
- Beach
- 60
- Walkable
- 90
- Remote work
- 80
- Family
- 70
- Retirement
- 75
- Airport access
- 70
- Investment
- 85
- Luxury
- 90
- Value
- 65
About this place
3 rooms duplex apartment located in the emblematic Bairro Alto and inserted in the iconic Palácio Ficalho, which underwent a profound rehabilitation project but which respected its architectural identity, present in the Pombaline façade, in the tiles that run through the entrance hall of the building as well as the spacious staircase with solid wood flooring, which allows a harmonious coexistence between the contemporary and the historic. The lower floor of this 180sqm apartment comprises a 16sqm suite with built-in wardrobe and bathroom with shower cabin. A Master suite of 19sqm with built-in wardrobes and a large bathroom with bathtub and shower cubicle. On this floor is also the social area of this property, consisting of a 15sqm kitchen with laundry and fully equipped with SMEG appliances. The living and dinning room with 51 sqm benefits from 4 large windows that allow natural lighting for most of the day. A guest toilet of 3sqm completes this floor. The upper floor comprises a 14sqm bedroom with direct access to balcony with stunning views over the river to the south bank. Also on this floor is a 1sqm washbasin and a 7sqm bathroom with a shower cubicle, as well as a balcony facing the back of the building. This magnificent apartment also includes a storage room and 1 parking space in the building itself. Nothing in this property has been forgotten, with emphasis on the floating floors, double-glazed windows, which provide greater thermal and acoustic comfort, as well as central heating. The building has an elevator and 24 hour security. Don't miss this opportunity to acquire a ready-to-live-in apartment, in a historic building and in an area with a wide range of shops and services.
Buying property in Portugal
Full guide →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.
The buying process
- 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).
- NIF (tax number)
- Portuguese bank account
- Passport / ID
- Fiscal representative(optional)
Required for non-EU/EEA residents
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






