Santa Cruz Property Prices 2026

Property prices in Santa Cruz, Portugal

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📅 Last updated: February 2026

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What is the average property price in Santa Cruz in 2026?

€2,557/m²

February 2026 estimate

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Santa Cruz rental prices in 2026

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Location	Property type	Condition	Average monthly rent/m²
Santa Cruz	Apartment	Good condition / New / Renovated	€13
Santa Cruz	House / Villa	Good condition / New / Renovated	€13

Average long-term rental prices (excluding seasonal rentals). Market median: €13/m²/month

Santa Cruz property price trends

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Santa Cruz has shown remarkable progression since 2015. In 2026, the annual rise of +11.2% reflects a dynamic market, supported by growing demand for seaside second homes amid land scarcity along the coast.

Santa Cruz: February 2026 data
Average price per m²	€2,557/m²
Apartment prices	€3,200/m²
House prices	€2,150/m²
Monthly change	+4.3%
Annual change	+11.2%
Average rent	€13/m²/month

Price history in Santa Cruz (2015-2026)

Year	€/m²	Change /yr	Market context
2026	€2,557/m²	+11.2% 📈	February: strong acceleration, +4.3% monthly, sustained demand
2025	€2,300/m²	+0.9%	Consolidation year after 2024
2024	€2,280/m²	+3.6%	Gradual recovery, renewed interest from Parisian and Belgian buyers
2023	€2,200/m²	+4.8%	Stabilization, growing appeal as an alternative to Ericeira
2022	€2,100/m²	+11.7%	📈 Post-COVID boom, demand for seaside under 1h from Lisbon
2021	€1,880/m²	+10.6%	Remote work: surge in accessible coastal demand
2020	€1,700/m²	+7.6%	COVID-19: appetite for open spaces and the coast
2019	€1,580/m²	+21.5%	📈 Strong rise, spillover from Torres Vedras and Ericeira
2018	€1,300/m²	+20.4%	📈 Start of the national seaside boom, Santa Cruz still little known
2017	€1,080/m²	+12.5%	Gradual rise, local demand and first-time buyers
2016	€960/m²	+5.7%	Stable market, few foreign buyers
2015	€908/m²	ref.	Reference year

Prices across all conditions: total growth +182% (2015-2026)

Rental price history in Santa Cruz (2015-2026)

💡 Real estate expert’s opinion

“Santa Cruz is the beach resort of Torres Vedras and one of the best alternatives to Ericeira for buyers seeking a quality beach less than an hour from Lisbon without the premium prices. At €2,557/m², you’re still far from Ericeira’s €3,355/m², with a comparable seaside quality of life. The +4.3% rise in the single month of February 2026 is a strong signal: the Santa Cruz market is entering a new acceleration phase. Buyers who wait always end up chasing the market.”

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About Santa Cruz: the beach resort of Torres Vedras

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Key figures for Santa Cruz

• Torres Vedras municipality, Oeste (Western) Region of Portugal
• Lisbon (airport): 60 km, ~45 min via the A8
• Porto: 275 km, ~2h30 by highway
• Torres Vedras: 10 km, ~10 min (train station, hospital, high schools)
• Ericeira: 25 km, ~25 min by car
• Peniche: 50 km, ~45 min by car
• Blue Flag beach: certified quality, 2 km of fine sand, golden cliffs

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Good to know about Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz is located in Portugal’s Oeste (Western) Region

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What property types are available in Santa Cruz?

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The Santa Cruz market is structured around two main segments: seafront apartments, highly sought-after for their views and seasonal rental yield, and detached houses in the residential streets within the resort.

1. Seafront apartments

The market’s most sought-after and most liquid product. 1- to 3-bedroom (T1 to T3) apartments with sea views or a few meters from the beach trade between €2,800 and €4,000/m² depending on floor, aspect, and condition. Demand far exceeds available supply, which supports prices and very short selling times.

2. Apartments in residences

2- and 3-bedroom (T2 and T3) apartments in residences 2-5 minutes’ walk from the beach are the market’s most abundant segment. Good value for money, easy management, strong seasonal rental demand. A market suited to rental investors or second-home buyers on a controlled budget.

3. Detached houses with garden

3- to 5-bedroom (T3 to T5) houses with gardens in Santa Cruz’s residential neighborhoods offer excellent space-to-price value. Highly prized by families and retirees seeking a spacious primary or second residence. Houses with a pool or terrace represent the segment’s premium category. Entry budget from €250,000.

4. Properties to renovate

A few properties to renovate still remain in the streets of Santa Cruz’s old town and in the adjacent hamlets. These opportunities allow a reduced-price entry into a strongly appreciating market, with significant value-add potential after works.

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Things to see and do in Santa Cruz

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• Swim and surf at Santa Cruz beach, one of the most beautiful and safest in the Oeste region, with its 2 km of fine sand framed by golden cliffs
• Stroll along the seafront promenade and enjoy the fish restaurants facing the Atlantic
• Practice surfing, bodyboarding, and kitesurfing at the municipality’s spots, known for their consistency and beginner-friendliness
• Explore the cliffs and coastal trails toward Santa Cruz do Norte and Silveira, exceptional Atlantic panoramas
• Visit the historic center of Torres Vedras 10 min away: medieval castle, museums, new-wine cellars
• Attend the Torres Vedras Jazz Festival, one of the most renowned jazz festivals in Portugal, 10 min from Santa Cruz
• Discover the vineyards and cellars of the Torres Vedras region, the wine capital of the Oeste region, on the way inland
• Easily reach Ericeira (25 min) for international surf culture and its trendy restaurants

Why buy property in Santa Cruz?

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Rental yield in Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz has one of the best yield/price profiles on the Silver Coast. With a uniform rent of €13/m²/month for both apartments and houses, and a still-accessible purchase price of €2,557/m², the resort offers a structurally attractive gross rental yield.

• A 65 m² 2-bedroom (T2) apartment bought at €208,000, rented at €845/month long-term: gross yield 4.9%
• The same T2 apartment on seasonal rental (100 nights/year at €110/night): estimated gross yield 6.3%
• A seafront T2 apartment (€3,200/m², i.e. €208,000 for 65 m²), rented at €150/night in high season (120 nights): estimated gross yield 10.4%
• A 130 m² 4-bedroom (T4) house with garden, bought at €280,000, rented at €1,690/month: gross yield 7.2%

Santa Cruz combines proximity to Lisbon, a considerable rental clientele pool, still-moderate purchase prices, and rents among the highest on the Silver Coast relative to purchase price. It’s today one of the most attractive markets for coastal rental investment in the Oeste region.

Frequently asked questions about Santa Cruz real estate

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What is the average property price per m² in Santa Cruz in 2026?

In February 2026, the average price in Santa Cruz is €2,557/m² (+11.2% year-on-year, +4.3% for the month). Apartments trade at €3,200/m² on average, and houses at €2,150/m². Seafront apartments can exceed €4,000/m² for properties with direct sea views.

Why is Santa Cruz cheaper than Ericeira?

Ericeira enjoys greater international fame, driven by its UNESCO World Surfing Reserve status and heavy media coverage. Santa Cruz is less known internationally but offers a comparable seaside quality of life, a larger and safer beach, and slightly closer proximity to Lisbon (60 km versus 50 km). The €800/m² price gap between the two resorts is today one of the best buying arguments on the Silver Coast.

Is Santa Cruz a good place to retire?

Yes, for retirees who enjoy the seaside and nature. Everyday services are available locally, the hospital and specialists are in Torres Vedras (10 min), and Lisbon is reachable in under an hour. The IFICI tax status (formerly NHR) may apply for advantageous taxation of foreign income. Social life is very active in season.

What rental yield can you expect in Santa Cruz?

On long-term rental at €13/m²/month, gross yield is around 6.1% for a purchase at the average price of €2,557/m². On seasonal rental of a seafront apartment, gross yields can reach 10% to 12% with good management and 120 nights’ occupancy per year in high season. It’s one of the best rent/price ratios on the entire Silver Coast.

Can you live in Santa Cruz year-round?

Yes. Santa Cruz has a well-established community of permanent residents, with shops, a primary school, restaurants, and services open year-round. Life is quieter off-season, but the resort doesn’t empty completely like some more seasonal destinations. Torres Vedras, 10 minutes away, offers all the services of an 80,000-inhabitant town.

What acquisition costs should I plan for?

Plan for 7% to 10% of the purchase price in associated costs: IMT (0% to 8% depending on value), Imposto do Selo (stamp duty 0.8%), notary, registration, and lawyer fees. For a €200,000 apartment, expect between €14,000 and €20,000 in costs. Contact our experts for a personalized simulation.

Santa Cruz alternatives on Portugal’s Silver Coast

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Destination	Characteristics
Ericeira	UNESCO World Surfing Reserve, fishing village, prestige, 25 min
Nazaré	Giant waves, authenticity, Atlantic cuisine
Óbidos	Listed medieval village, golf resorts, strong growth
Mafra	UNESCO Palace-Convent, Ericeira 14 km away, 40 min from Lisbon
Torres Vedras	Santa Cruz’s municipality, dynamic town, vineyards, train station
Peniche	World surf, UNESCO Berlengas, active seaside, 45 min
Caldas da Rainha	Spa town, full services, strongest regional rise

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