Porto’s Most Wanted T1 Rentals: Price Cuts up to −46% and 200+ Contacts in Days (October 2025)
Smaller flats are outperforming larger properties in tenant interest—and the data reveals exactly which listings landlords should watch.
Porto's rental market is witnessing a fascinating shift this October: one-bedroom (T1) flats are generating significantly more tenant contacts per listing than their larger counterparts. With an average of 3.05 contacts per listing over the past 10 days, T1 properties are proving to be the sweet spot for both affordability and demand. Meanwhile, strategic price cuts—some as steep as −46%—are driving unprecedented engagement in select listings.
Market Context: Small is Strategic
The Porto rental market is currently dominated by compact units, with 873 active T1 flats commanding an average rent of €1,187. The data reveals a clear pattern across property sizes:
Porto Flats Rental Market Analysis
| bedrooms | avg price | avg Δ views | avg Δ contacts | avg Δ favorites | price drops | listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 036 | 67 | 4 | 7 | 35 | 381 |
| 1 (T1) | 1 187 | 61 | 3 | 7 | 85 | 873 |
| 2 | 1 582 | 75 | 3 | 7 | 55 | 514 |
| 3 | 2 179 | 61 | 2 | 5 | 23 | 291 |
| 4 | 2 462 | 49 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 85 |
| 5+ | 3 081 | 42 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 26 |
Explore Porto City flats by bedroom (last 10 days)
Which bedrooms convert best in Porto?T0 (studio) flats lead engagement with 3.52 contacts per listing at €1,036 average rent
T1 flats follow closely with 3.05 contacts and 85 price reductions (the highest count across categories)
Larger units (T3+) show declining engagement: T3 flats average just 2.29 contacts, while T4+ properties drop to 1.02
What's Driving Tenant Interest
1. Price Cuts Are Aggressive—and Working
Over 85 T1 listings reduced prices in the last 10 days, with the most dramatic cuts reaching −46.15%:
Porto T1 Flats Rental Price Drops
| title | last price | percent change |
|---|---|---|
| T1 flat for rent in Rua do Campo Alegre, 312 | €700 | -46% |
| T1 flat for rent in Sé | €1,250 | -43% |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua do Heroísmo | €1,350 | -38% |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua do Paraíso | €1,250 | -37% |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua de Coelho Neto | €1,140 | -36% |
Explore Porto T1 price drops (last 10 days)
T1 flats with price cuts (%)These aren't subtle adjustments—landlords are making bold moves to capture tenant attention in a competitive market.
2. Engagement Hotspots: Furnished > Unfurnished
The top 20 most-favorited T1 flats reveal a pattern: furnished properties with equipped kitchens dominate:
Porto T1 Flats Rental Listings Analysis
| title | built area (m²) | Δ views | Δ contacts | Δ favorites | price fall count | price (€) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 flat for rent , apartamento t1 na Rua de Santa Catarina, 951 | 61 | 1,570 | 210 | 298 | 1 | 700 |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua de António Enes, 110 | 40 | 3,742 | 218 | 291 | 0 | 550 |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua Oliveira Martins, 161 | 49 | 1,144 | 148 | 228 | 1 | 780 |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua do Campo Alegre, 312 | 36 | 948 | 124 | 210 | 1 | 700 |
| T1 flat for rent in Rua Henrique de Sousa Reis, 72 | 42 | 1,741 | 83 | 196 | 0 | 702 |
Explore Porto T1 — active listings (last 10 days)
Porto T1 — Top by favoritesNotable high-performers: - Rua de Santa Catarina, 951 (+298 favorites): Furnished, air-conditioned, central location - Rua de António Enes, 110 (+291 favorites): Furnished with utilities included (€50/month cap), near Carolina Michaelis metro - Rua Oliveira Martins, 161 (+228 favorites): Office-convertible second room, fully equipped
These listings combine prime locations (near metro, universities, city center) with move-in-ready convenience.
3. Hidden Gems Under €1,000 Are Gaining Traction
While the T1 average sits at €1,187, listings priced below €800 are seeing impressive engagement despite price cuts:
- €700 flats (post-reduction) near Santa Catarina: 210+ contacts - €750-€800 range in Areosa and António José da Silva: 100-180 favorites
This signals a value-conscious tenant base prioritizing affordability over luxury—likely students, young professionals, and digital nomads.
Market Outlook: Monthly Trends Point to Softening
Comparing June through October 2025, the T1 segment shows gradual price normalization:
Porto T1 Rental Market Analysis 2025
| month label | avg first price | avg last price | num listings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-06 | 1 335 | 1 331 | 1 847 |
| 2025-07 | 1 273 | 1 260 | 1 829 |
| 2025-08 | 1 206 | 1 209 | 1 847 |
| 2025-09 | 1 268 | 1 264 | 1 969 |
| 2025-10 | 1 176 | 1 155 | 1 329 |
Explore Porto T1 rent by month (Jun–Oct 2025)
Porto T1 — price & count by month- June 2025: €1,335 average (peak) - October 2025: €1,177 average (−12% from June) - Listing volume: Stable at 1,800-2,000 properties/month
The October drop to €1,155 (last recorded price) suggests landlords are adjusting expectations as the academic year settles and seasonal demand cools.
Methodology: counts include both active and closed listings (including withdrawn/expired). Prices are monthly averages of the recorded first and last asking prices per listing; “listing volume” is the number of unique listings observed in the month.
Takeaways for Landlords and Tenants
For landlords: - T1 flats remain the most liquid segment—but pricing competitively (under €1,200) is critical - Furnished properties command 2-3x more favorites than unfurnished equivalents - Strategic price cuts (10-15%) can trigger rapid engagement spikes
For tenants: - Negotiation window is open: 85 landlords reduced prices in 10 days - Target listings with falling prices + low initial engagement—landlords are motivated