Last Updated on March 18, 2026 by Bruno Bianchi
Question
What site/sites does everyone find the most effective for searching for homes to purchase? Curious about best sites for rentals (long term as well).
Answers
These are the answers of some Facebook group members:
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“I always go on the local buy and sell pages of the area that I’m interested in.”
“Idealista and Fotocasa are good as you can draw a map. Some private sellers on these sites. Always choose your own lawyer and don’t sign or pay anything until you’ve had advice. I work for a firm here but you’ve a massive choice.”
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