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PROS and CONS of Living in Portugal

Jay & Brizette Lapointe

The True Cost of Living in Portugal: Family Housing, Private Schools & What to Expect

Are you considering moving to Portugal with your family? We give you a full breakdown of the Portugal Cost of Living 2025 — with a special focus on what families really need to know.

We explore what it costs to rent a three-bedroom apartment in five of Portugal’s most popular areas for families:
🏠 Lisbon
🏠 Porto
🏠 Braga
🏠 Cascais
🏠 The Algarve

Whether you’re budgeting for a big move or just starting to explore your options, we break down current rental prices and how they compare across cities — all based on Portugal Cost of Living 2025 data.

We also dive into the cost of private schools in each of these areas, including:

📚 School types available (international, bilingual, etc.)
📚 What families should consider when choosing schools in Portugal

Beyond the numbers, we touch on Portugal’s climate, the feel of everyday life, and how welcoming each area is for families looking to relocate.

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