For a long time, living outside Lisbon was seen as a compromise: more space and tranquillity in exchange for time lost in traffic, less access, fewer services on offer. But this perception is changing. The evolution of infrastructures, the consolidation of teleworking and a growing demand for quality of life are reconfiguring the residential map of the Lisbon Metropolitan Area.

It's in this context that cities like Setúbal are asserting themselves as increasingly consistent and desirable alternatives. Just 30 minutes from the capital, Setúbal offers a more serene pace of life, privileged natural surroundings, increasing accessibility and market prices that are still far from the city's pressure. For many, it is the perfect synthesis between the urban and the natural, between safe investment and a return to what really matters: living with space, time and balance.

Setúbal in transformation

In recent years, Setúbal has been attracting a new generation of residents. Families looking for more space, young couples looking for their first home and even investors attentive to the growth of the local market. What was once seen as a secondary city is now seen as a residential and economic centre on the rise.

The proximity to the Arrábida mountain range, the award-winning beaches, the direct connection to Lisbon (via the 25 de Abril Bridge or the A2), the rail links and the growing range of services - schools, health centres, shops - put Setúbal on a new level.

But there is one factor that continues to set the city apart: the ability to offer a true coastal living experience, without sacrificing access to the city. Here, it's possible to leave home and, in minutes, be on Figueirinha beach, in Portinho da Arrábida or walking along the River Sado, overlooking Tróia.

More space, more home, more future

The pandemic has brought a new way of looking at the home. What used to be enough - a functional flat near the office - has come to seem short, insufficient. The demand for more square metres, outdoor areas, natural light and versatility of spaces became a trend, and cities like Setúbal began to offer just that: housing designed for living well.

It is in this context that projects such as Jardins de Santiago - a residential development that materialises this new way of living - have emerged. Consisting of 12 townhouses, the project combines contemporary architectural lines with a proposal for spacious, functional housing and outdoor areas that value family time, privacy and contact with the outdoors.

Located at a strategic point in the city - with quick access, shops, services and proximity to nature - Jardins de Santiago reflects the balance between urban lifestyle and natural living. The 3 and 4 bedroom villas are designed to meet the needs of those who value comfort, efficiency and aesthetics, but also location, peace and space to grow.

Investing in Setúbal: quality of life with real value for money

As well as quality of life, Setúbal also has solid arguments for investment. The city continues to see a positive trend in property appreciation, driven by domestic and foreign demand, the relative shortage of supply and ongoing urban rehabilitation and development projects.

New or recent housing, in particular, is increasingly sought after by those who want to escape Lisbon without leaving the metropolitan logic. And distinctive projects - such as Jardins de Santiago - respond exactly to this demand: contemporary construction, good areas, proximity to the sea and the potential for sustained development.

Lisbon is still close by. But sometimes life begins elsewhere

Living 30 minutes from Lisbon is no longer a compromise. Today, for many, it's a decision about quality, strategy and the future. And Setúbal is one of the best examples of this. With unique surroundings, a market that is still affordable and a residential offer that is evolving, the city has established itself as the best of both worlds: close to the centre, but in the heart of nature.

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