When it comes to buying or even renting a house, the Portuguese take different factors into account and, in addition to the requirements they need to fulfil, such as the number of bedrooms or even the garage space, there are many other features that they also value and don’t do without in a property.
When it comes to buying or even renting a house, the Portuguese take different factors into account and, in addition to the requirements they need to fulfil, such as the number of bedrooms or even the garage space, there are many other characteristics that they also value and don’t do without in a property.
Here are some qualities that are considered to be an important differentiator in any house or flat.
1. location
The idea of location encompasses many factors, such as your neighbourhood; proximity to schools, hospitals and basic shops; access to public transport; and much more. This aspect is relevant, as it can serve to define people’s interest in certain properties right from the start.
2. Sun exposure
The incidence of sunlight can be decisive. For this reason, the position of the property in relation to the rising sun or natural light in the late afternoon can increase demand for higher floors. The orientation of the house is highly valued because it depends on whether or not you need air conditioning or heating, in other words, whether you spend more or less money and have more or less comfort.
3. Distinctive features
If the house or flat offers extra features, such as a parking space, suite, storage room, fireplace, balcony, communal room, garden or even swimming pool, it will undoubtedly be more appreciated.
4. Conditions of the property
Properties with holes in the walls, poor workmanship and a bad general state of repair are much more difficult to sell.
5. an intelligent layout
If the house has an efficient and logical layout, it wins points. Avoid having an endless corridor where square metres are lost and try, for example, to make the kitchen large.
6 Views from the house
When you look out of your window, it’s totally different to see the façade of the building in front of you, or to see the sea, a garden or even a beautiful city or mountain view. This can be a good asset for selling a house more quickly.
7.Security
Whether it’s because it’s located in an area with a low rate of burglaries and thefts, or because it has a good security system (such as 24-hour security, alarms or cameras), secure properties are more sought after on the market.
