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tourist property in Madeira

We find a property for your budget, help you buy it, and launch it on Airbnb and Booking.

Why property in Madeira is one of the strongest investments

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A dinner table set on a Madeira terrace at sunset

A low-risk, highly liquid European asset

Buying property in Portugal gives you fully protected ownership. It can be sold at any time and you can pass it to your heirs.

  • Ownership protected by Portuguese and European law
  • Open to foreign buyers with any passport

Limited supply

Madeira is an island, the land is limited. As demand keeps rising, well-built houses, villas and apartments are naturally positioned to grow in value over time.

Overnight stays in Madeira, 2015 to 2025

Income and growth in value

You invest in property that can grow in value, and at the same time you earn from tourist rental. With 5.7M passengers traveling through its airports in 2025, Madeira is quickly becoming one of the most popular island destinations in Europe.

  • Regular income from tourist rental
  • Stable growth of value in the last 10 years

In 10 years, the accommodation market grew by 81% and short-term rentals grew 5.8 times.

A coastal road emerging from a tunnel beside the Atlantic in Madeira
A waterfall dropping from a green Madeira cliff into the Atlantic beside flowering strelitzias
A plane taking off from the runway in Madeira, the ocean and islands behind it

Premium market and international access

  • Madeira Tourism Strategy targets high-spending markets like UK, Germany, USA, Canada, UAE, so your guests are ready to pay more for their stay
  • Connected by direct flights with over 60+ destinations

Safe and developed

  • One of the safest places in Europe
  • Politically stable
  • Modern well-kept infrastructure: highways, tunnels, funiculars, restaurants, hotels
  • Fast internet with island-wide 5G
  • Excellent healthcare system
The Fanal laurel forest in Madeira wrapped in mist
A woman beside a waterfall on a levada trail in Madeira

The island of eternal spring

Because of its mild climate, guests keep coming to Madeira all year round.

  • Your property can work all twelve months
  • 17 °C in winter to 25 °C in summer on average
  • A warm ocean and green landscape all year round

Exceptional nature

  • Ocean, mountains and laurel forests
  • Natural pools, waterfalls and levada channels
  • Black and golden beaches around the whole island
  • Whale watching, dolphins, breathtaking hikes

Find out whether an investment in tourist property in Madeira fits you.

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Bank financing

You need only 20–30% of the house price. We help you get the loan by applying to several Portuguese banks at once, each bank comes back with its own offer, and you choose.

Loan Amount

70–80%

The bank covers 70% to 80% of the value it appraises.

Interest Rate

~3.7%

Estimated variable rate for non-residents. Fixed rates are slightly higher.

Loan Duration

<35 years

You can spread payments over 35 years, as long as the loan is paid off by the time you turn 75.

Eligibility

Any passport

Where you live doesn’t matter. Banks only require proof of stable income and a clean credit history.

  • Millennium bcp
  • Santander
  • Novo Banco
  • Banco BPI
  • CaixaBank

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From investors to experts: Our story of investing in Madeira

Andrey and Daria, co-founders of Island Key, on the terrace of one of their homes in Madeira

Hi! We are Andrey and Daria.

A few years ago we started investing in property in Madeira ourselves.

We searched for and chose the properties, negotiated the deals, obtained bank financing, prepared them for guests and launched them on Airbnb and Booking.

Along the way we worked with different specialists and management companies, but we never found a team capable of managing our properties at our standard of service.

So we created our own full-service property company in Madeira: from purchase and financing to management.

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Design magazines and a candle arranged on a coffee table
A guest bedroom prepared with fresh towels and warm lighting
Two illuminated mirrors above double sinks in a villa bathroom

The more your property earns, the more we earn

Our approach is built on partnership and our work doesn't stop at the point of acquisition.

Because our revenue is tied directly to yours, we are fully motivated to optimize every stage of your investment journey, from property acquisition to maximizing occupancy and rates.

We earn a percentage of the property's income. That is why we are directly interested in:

  • Choosing the right property
  • Calculating its potential income in advance
  • Helping you buy the property well
  • Preparing it properly for guests
  • Building a strong listing on Airbnb and Booking
  • Keeping occupancy high
  • Working constantly to grow the income

We take on a limited number of new properties, so every owner receives a high level of service.

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Our properties and real results

We invested in tourist property in Madeira ourselves, and here are the stories of our properties with real numbers.

Villa Calma’s sunlit pool and terrace in Madeira
Villa Calma living room before furnishing and guest preparation
Before
Villa Calma living room after furnishing and preparation for guests
After

The story of the villa

Villa Calma · Estreito da Calheta · 3 bedrooms · pool

We bought this villa in 2024 for €660,000. We chose it for its location above the ocean, its view, its layout and its tourist potential.

  • We refreshed the interior
  • Bought the furniture and everything the property needed
  • Ran a professional photo shoot
  • Created the listings on Airbnb and Booking
  • Set up the pricing and launched the property

Today the average nightly rate is above €400, average occupancy is 82.8%, and over a year the villa brings about €98,000 of gross income.

  • €660,000Purchase price
  • €400+Average night
  • 82.8%Average occupancy
  • €98k+Gross income per year
Horizon Living apartment lounge with an Atlantic view in Caniço, Madeira
Horizon Living apartment lounge in Caniço before furnishing and guest preparation
Before
Horizon Living apartment lounge in Caniço after furnishing and styling for guests
After

The story of the apartment

Horizon Living · Caniço · 2 bedrooms · beachfront

We bought this apartment in 2025 for €410,000. We chose it not simply as a home to live in, but as a property with potential for tourist rental.

  • We prepared the apartment
  • Equipped it fully
  • Made professional photographs
  • Created the listings
  • Launched it on Airbnb and Booking in early spring 2026

Today the average nightly rate is above €200, average occupancy is above 76%, and over a year the apartment brings about €46,000 of gross income.

  • €410,000Purchase price
  • €200+Average night
  • 76%+Average occupancy
  • €46k+Gross income per year

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Our unique offer

You pay us only from what your property earns.

Free

Finding and buying your property

We search the Madeira real estate market for apartments, houses and villas for sale that fit your budget, financing options and rental-income goals. We then arrange viewings, handle negotiations and support you through the entire deal. The seller pays our commission, so this service is completely free for you.

Free

Getting bank financing

We prepare your papers and send them to several Portuguese banks at the same time, go through the offers together with you, and stay with you until the loan is signed.

30%

Managing the property

Our fee is 30% of the net payout, which is the guest payment minus the platform fees, and it covers:

  • The listings on Airbnb and Booking
  • Guest communication, check-in and check-out
  • Maintenance and the everyday care of the house
  • Premium amenities, from bed linen and towels to toiletries
  • Professional photography
  • Instagram account management

Your extra costs: utilities, insurance, property tax and accounting.

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The value you gain

€11,000 – €18,800

Yearly cash flow

6.8% – 11.6%Return on your cash investedper year

The property earns €49,500 – €63,000 a year gross; after the platform fees, our fee and the loan payments, this is what stays with you, before your own costs.

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12%

Growth in the value of the property

This is the average growth in Madeira over the last 10 years. For the selected property price, this is about €53,900 a year.

Villa Calma, a Madeira villa with a pool and outdoor dining terrace

Free holidays

Compared with long-term rental, tourist rental leaves you free to stay in your own home whenever you want, with family or friends.

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How we calculate this

Planning estimate: based on the properties we manage in Madeira. On the call, we tailor it to your budget and the kind of property you are looking for.

Actual figures: depend on the specific property and the terms of the purchase.

Rental income
Property price × 11–14%
Platform fees
Rental income × 18%
Island Key fee
(Rental income − Platform fees) × 30%
Loan payments
Monthly payment × 12; zero without a mortgage
What you gain
Rental income − Platform fees − Island Key fee − Loan payments
Your investment
Cash paid toward the purchase + One-off costs of the deal
Return on your cash invested
What you gain ÷ Your investment × 100%

11–14% of the purchase price per year, based on the expected annual gross income of the properties we manage.

18% is the average platform commission. It is deducted first; our fee applies to the remainder.

One-off purchase costs: IMT at Madeira’s second-home rate, 0.8% purchase stamp duty, notary and registration. With a mortgage: 0.6% loan stamp duty and bank valuation.

Yearly cash flow: after platform, management and loan payments; before utilities, insurance, IMI and accounting.

Growth in value: average annual change in Madeira asking prices over the last 10 years, based on idealista data. Future growth may differ.

3.7% a year is our July 2026 estimate for non-residents. With a mortgage, payments are calculated from the loan amount, selected term and this rate. Market range: 3.4–4.2%. Your bank confirms the exact rate.

Based on your own case, we can give you a much more precise forecast of what your property could earn.

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Step by step

How we turn property into a working tourist business

  1. We discuss:

    • Your budget
    • Your investment goals
    • The type of property you want
    • Whether you need bank financing
    • The income you expect
  2. Our agent team finds suitable apartments, houses and villas, and selects the options with real investment potential.

  3. For every suitable property we show:

    • The purchase price
    • The possible nightly rate
    • The expected occupancy
    • The potential gross income
    • The main costs and the approximate net result
  4. Together with the client we choose the best option, run the negotiations and send the offer to the seller.

  5. We walk the whole process with you:

    • Negotiations with the seller
    • The document checks
    • The preliminary contract
    • Preparing the deal
    • The final signing
  6. Our brokers prepare the documents, submit the application to the bank and walk every stage of the mortgage.

  7. After the purchase we:

    • Organise the renovation where it is needed
    • Buy the furniture
    • Equip the property
    • Get it ready to welcome guests
    • Run a professional photo shoot
    • Write the description
    • Style the listing
    • Set up the pricing
    • Publish the property on Airbnb and Booking
    • Bookings
    • Pricing
    • Guest communication
    • Check-in and check-out
    • Cleaning
    • Maintenance
    • Occupancy
Andrey Lutsiak, founder of Island Key
“Our main goal is to help you buy the most profitable property, then manage it to maximize incomes for both of us.”
Andrey LutsiakCEO, Island Key Management

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  • See what your investment could look like in Madeira.
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Buying in Madeira

Can foreigners buy property in Madeira?

Yes. International buyers can purchase property in Madeira. You need a Portuguese tax number (NIF) and the standard buyer and property documents. We help prepare the process, check the property documents and coordinate the offer, preliminary contract and final signing. We have a complete guide to this: Can foreigners buy property in Madeira?

Do you help find property for sale in Madeira?

Yes. We search the Madeira real estate market for apartments, houses and villas that match your budget, preferred location, financing options and rental-income goals. We arrange viewings, support negotiations and guide the purchase through to final signing.

Mortgage

Can foreigners and non-residents get a mortgage in Madeira?

Yes. Portuguese banks lend to non-residents: what matters is a stable official income and a clean credit history in your country. EU citizenship makes the process simpler, and buyers from other countries qualify too, the bank looks at your income profile.

What are the mortgage requirements for foreign buyers in Portugal?

Your income and its stability, tax returns, bank statements, existing loans and your debt load: payments on all loans usually need to fit within roughly a third of your income. You will also need a Portuguese tax number, the NIF, and we help you get it.

What documents do expats need to apply for a Portuguese mortgage?

Your passport, NIF, proof of income (statements or tax returns for one or two years), bank statements for a few months and the property documents. The exact list depends on the bank. Write to us to receive the complete detailed checklist.

What is the maximum mortgage amount (LTV) for buying property in Madeira?

For non-residents banks typically finance 70–80% of the price or of the bank's valuation, whichever is lower. A strong income profile sometimes gets more, and the decision always rests with the bank.

How much down payment do I need to buy a house in Madeira?

A down payment of 20–30% plus the one-off costs of the deal: the IMT purchase tax, stamp duty, notary with registration and the bank's valuation. Allow roughly 8–10% on top of the price in total. Write to us on WhatsApp and we will run the exact numbers for your property.

What are the current mortgage interest rates for non-residents in Portugal?

There are variable rates (Euribor plus the bank's margin) and fixed rates. As of July 2026 the market average on new variable loans sits near 3%, and non-residents usually pay a margin on top, so plan on 3.4–4.2%. Fixed offers start a little higher.

What is the maximum mortgage term length in Portugal?

Up to 35 years. Banks look at your age at the end of the term: the loan usually has to be repaid by age 70–75, so the available term depends on your age.

Can I get a Portuguese mortgage if I earn in USD, GBP, or another foreign currency?

Banks work with incomes in major currencies and build the exchange-rate difference into the calculation. Situations differ by country and passport, so our first step is to review your profile and tell you honestly which banks are open to it.

How long does it take to get a mortgage approval in Portugal?

Pre-approval usually takes one to two weeks, and the full cycle from application to deal runs one to three months. The property valuation and document checks run in parallel with preparing the deal.

Can I get a buy-to-let mortgage for an Airbnb property in Madeira?

Yes. The bank finances residential property, and renting it out after the purchase remains your right as the owner; we arrange the AL licence after the deal. Approval, though, is built on your main income: banks treat future rental income cautiously.

What mandatory insurance is required for a Portuguese mortgage?

Life insurance for the borrower and insurance for the home itself. This is a standard condition of Portuguese mortgages, and the policies are arranged together with the loan.

Costs and taxes

What are the property purchase taxes (IMT and Stamp Duty) in Madeira?

The IMT purchase tax on a progressive scale, stamp duty of 0.8% on the deed and 0.6% on the loan, plus the notary with registration and the bank’s valuation. Madeira has its own IMT scale for residential property. The calculator above shows every line for your price.

What are the annual running costs and property taxes (IMI) in Madeira?

The municipal IMI tax of 0.3% to 0.45% a year, charged on the rateable value set by the tax office, which sits well below the market price. Add home insurance and the life policy the bank requires, and condominium fees in an apartment building. We put the annual figure together with you before the deal.

How is short-term holiday rental income (AL) taxed in Portugal?

Income from short-term rental is declared in Portugal under the AL regime, and an accountant files it for you. We work with one and introduce you after the deal, together with arranging the AL licence for the home.

After the purchase

Can you manage the property on Airbnb and Booking after the purchase?

We operate our own property management company in Madeira and have extensive experience managing properties. If you would like us to manage your property after the purchase, see our property management terms.