Selling with Madeira Property

Selling property in Madeira — frequently asked questions

How much commission do real estate agents charge to sell a property in Madeira?

At Madeira Property our commission depends on the service level. Market Entry starts at 2% + VAT, Digital Efficiency is 3.5% + VAT, and our flagship Secure Sale (white-glove, agent-hosted viewings, certified process) is 5% + VAT — each tier with progressively more marketing, support, and sale certainty.

Do I need an energy certificate to sell my property in Madeira?

Yes. A valid Energy Performance Certificate (Certificado Energético) is legally required in Portugal before signing the public deed of sale (escritura). The Digital Efficiency and Secure Sale packages include the energy certificate.

How long does it take to sell a property in Madeira?

Most properties sell within 3 to 9 months, depending on location, pricing, and condition. Funchal apartments and well-priced villas with sea views typically sell faster than rural plots or properties needing significant restoration.

Can I sell my Madeira property as a non-resident or foreign owner?

Yes. We sell on behalf of non-resident and foreign owners regularly. You can sign remotely through a power of attorney or fly in for the deed. A Portuguese fiscal number (NIF) is required, and we coordinate every procedural step — including a fiscal representative if needed.

What documents do I need to sell a property in Madeira?

The core documents are the Caderneta Predial (tax record), Certidão de Teor (Land Registry certificate), Energy Performance Certificate, Use License (Licença de Utilização), the Ficha Técnica da Habitação when applicable, your Portuguese fiscal number (NIF) and identification. Our team collects and verifies all of these on your behalf.

How is my property value estimated on this page?

Our valuation engine uses real Madeira market data per municipality and parish, then adjusts for property type, typology, area, condition, year built, sea/mountain views, pool, garden, parking, and car access. It is an instant guide — for a precise figure we visit the property in person.

Where we sell property in Madeira

We sell across every municipality in Madeira and Porto Santo, with parish-level market knowledge to price fairly and sell faster:

  • Funchal
  • Câmara de Lobos
  • Santa Cruz
  • Machico
  • Santana
  • São Vicente
  • Porto Moniz
  • Calheta
  • Ponta do Sol
  • Ribeira Brava
  • Porto Santo

Documents required to sell in Madeira

We handle the full documentation pack required for a property sale in Portugal, in close coordination with your notary, lawyer, and the tax authority:

  • Updated Caderneta Predial (property tax record)
  • Certidão de Teor (Land Registry certificate)
  • Valid Energy Performance Certificate
  • Use License (Licença de Utilização)
  • Ficha Técnica da Habitação (when applicable)
  • Portuguese fiscal number (NIF) and ID document