Well presented 3-bed apartment with communal pool in Cabanas de Tavira
€375,000
Apartment in Cabanas de Tavira, Eastern Algarve, Eastern Algarve, PT
- 3 bed
- 2 bath
- 145 m²
- apartment
About this place
***SOLD *** Location: Cabanas de Tavira, close to the beach Construction: approx. 145 m2 (excluding terraces of approx. 29 m2); built in 2010 Description: Modern, very well presented three bedroom/two bathroom apartment with a private underground parking space and storage room situated at only 900 meters from waterfront of Cabanas in an exceptional resort featuring two communal pools, a central Plaza with coffee shops, bars and restaurants, gym and landscaped gardens with beautiful orange, almond and palm trees. The apartment is composed of a hallway leading to a spacious lounge with integrated dining area, a fully fitted and equipped kitchen with granite worktop, three double bedrooms (one with a good size balcony) with built-in wardrobes and two bathrooms (one en-suite). Access from the living room through sliding doors onto a large sun terrace with BBQ, where you can enjoy the beautiful sun sets. The property benefits from its good location, excellent modern finishings, double glazing, electric shutters, air-conditioning, elevator, fast internet (fibre optic). Mains water, electricity and drainage. Distances: Faro: 33 km; Spain: 25 km, Beach: 900 m; Golf: 750 m, Tavira: 4 km. Details: * 900 m from waterfront * immaculate * exclusive resort * 3 bedrooms * 2 bathrooms * large sunny balcony * BBQ * underground parking space * storage room in the garage * elevator * double glazing * electric shutters* modern * Energy certificate class B.
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
