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Cost of Living in Cascais
Monthly Total
$3,411
$59,693
Housing (1BR Mid-range)
$2,174
Daily Spend (ex. rent)
$41
Based on a typical expat lifestyle: 1BR furnished apartment, mix of cooking/eating out, rideshare transportation, moderate entertainment. Last updated: 1/14/2026.
Monthly Cost Breakdown
Housing (Rent)
1BR furnished apartment in mid-range neighborhood
$2,174
$38,045
Utilities
Electric, water, gas, and internet
$209
$3,658
Groceries
Groceries from supermarkets
$224
$3,920
Dining Out
Mix of casual restaurants, ~12 meals/month
$180
$3,150
Transportation
Rideshare (Uber/Didi), ~30 rides/month
$240
$4,200
Lifestyle & Entertainment
Entertainment, occasional cleaning service
$280
$4,900
Healthcare
Basic private health insurance
$50
$875
Phone & Subscriptions
Phone plan and streaming subscriptions
$54
$945
Monthly Total
$3,411
$59,693
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Living in Cascais
Premium coastal location with prices above Lisbon center. A frugal single needs $2,052-2,376/month while comfortable living costs $2,916-3,456. Couples should budget $4,104-4,860 for comfort. Popular with families due to excellent international schools.
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