41 Properties for in Albufeira, with Public Path

Farm with Palatial house from the 19th century, Patã, Albufeira

Farm with 8.8 hectares, with house built in the 19th century. It is located about 11 km from Vilamoura, 7 km from Albufeira and 2.1 km from Falésia beach, despite this proximity to the Algarve coast, rurality and countryside air are present in all their splendor. The predominant trees are carob, fig and almond trees, in addition to a citrus garden and an olive grove.

The house was built on top of a hill, surrounded by eight hectares of land. The characteristics and requirements of life in that period are well marked in the existing construction. Where the ground floor was occupied predominantly by warehouses for agricultural products and to collect the implements used in the treatment of the land. This floor was also used as a stable for animals used in farming or transporting products. The upper floor was reserved for the owners’ dwelling with living quarters, meals and their rooms. The sanitary facilities were located outside the main building.

The existing hotel project can be implemented or changed to adapt to what is desired.
This is a place that brings together all the conditions for setting up a rural tourism hotel, with the potential for creating a vineyard and or other culture such as avocados. At this moment there is freedom and space to carry out a project that is linked to the land and the Algarve customs with a strong tourist component, alternative to the sun and the beach.

The existing accesses are reasonable and have all the minimum infrastructure to carry out any project. It has a water intake hole and a cistern. This property
this is about 6 km from Boliqueime, the nearest town with all the services and commerce desired by the most demanding

Studio apartment 2 minutes from Praia da Oura in Albufeira, Algarve

Located in the Clube Praia da Oura development, a 4 star resort, with a privileged location on the sea, this apartment in a high point of the development, with sea view and pool view, guarantees unique moments for both the owners and is also guaranteed to bring good things. returns as an investment.

Recently renovated with original works on the interior, it has been improved in aesthetic, acoustic and thermal terms with the placement of double-glazed PVC windows, thus ensuring greater peace and comfort for the occupants.

This apartment is equipped with a kitchenette with fridge, hob and microwave oven, as well as a bathroom with shower, a large living room with a sofa bed and a small pantry.

The Clube Praia da Oura development, according to those responsible, ’has become a home away from home, where many return constantly to enjoy the excellent social environment and some of the best sea views in the Algarve. The development offers two swimming pools, tropical gardens, sauna, disco, bars, restaurant, playground, self-service laundry and a large terrace.’

The tourist complex has 2 recently renovated outdoor swimming pools and tropical gardens that lead to the beach where there is a direct access to the sand.

There is a 24-hour reception in the complex, with a counter for golfers, and the lobby bar/cafe, which has also been recently renovated.

Balaia Golf Course is approximately 2 km away, and Clube Praia da Oura is a 40-minute drive from Faro Airport and just over 3 km from the center of Albufeira’s old town.

An excellent investment bet for tourist rental.

Indoor pool and outdoor spaces of great amplitude in Vale de Santa Maria.

4 bedroom villa with 2 floors spread over large rooms, with natural lighting and fantastic outdoor spaces.

Living room with fireplace, with living and dining area, kitchen equipped with built-in appliances, 3 suites, bedroom currently transformed into an office, 5 bathrooms with bathtubs, showers and heated towel rails. Attic that can be used or transformed into a mastersuite.

Garage with capacity for 3 cars, with a support bathroom and an indoor pool. Outside you have a large patio with garden, barbecue, old oven, small decorative lake, paved areas and outdoor parking.

Located in an urbanised area of high quality, tranquillity and privacy of life in the vicinity of the City of Albufeira. Nearby there are daily amenities.

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2 bedroom apartment, with sea view, Albufeira

Apartment located in a private condominium, with garden, swimming pools and tennis court.

This condominium has an above average construction quality, a very special care in the way the garden and pools are treated, as well as all common areas.

The accesses are of great quality.

Inside this apartment looks like new, with little or no use and is in excellent condition.
Kitchen equipment was rarely used.

The apartment has access to two balconies, one facing south west, with stunning sea views and the other oriented north to the center of the condominium overlooking the pools and garden.

Each building has a collective garage with parking spaces duly identified.
The two parking spaces in this apartment are side by side and are an asset to the owner since most families have two vehicles.

The tennis court is also good equipment as physical exercise is part of modern life.

The supermarket is about 500 m away, as well as a variety of other services and shops.

The beach is two thousand meters away, a distance of 30 minutes on foot. Golf for enthusiasts is about three kilometers and the airport is 35 km.

Shop for trade or services, Albufeira Marina, Algarve

Store with 33 m2, with a sanitary installation, is the first in the west direction of the east, the commercial area of lot 6 of the Albufeira Marina. The store is in a very attractive position, because being the first in a line of several stores of different sizes is always positive. There is an entrance at the rear, with a technical zone, for loading and unloading.

The Albufeira Marina was created with the objective of growing the city of Albufeira to the west, obtaining another tourist attraction pole. The marinas together with the fishing ports a way to get in and out of the sea safely. The tourist boats that exist in the Albufeira Marina guarantee a tour activity for much of the year, moving many people. In addition there are private vessels that are also not few.

Over the years that is built the Marina has created opposite feelings. There are those who do not support the colors of buildings. The others are indifferent to the exterior aspect and give value to the spaces that were created for pedestrian and car circulation so that there is no congestion, even with a large increase in users.

The store benefits from everything that has been said, with a huge visibility of the outside, including for those who pass inside their vehicles. Any other store will have a harder time to make it a part if you’re in the middle of the others. This small advantage can be decisive when the potential customer passes through the site.

Two bedroom apartment for sale, in very good condition, with 107,3 m2 of construction area and 79,7 m2 of floor area, located in the marina of Albufeira.

Surrounded by several buildings with some commerce, church Nossa Sra. Da Orada and Praia do Peneco, 10 minutes walk away. All this surroundings allows a city lifestyle but also a relaxed one, which favors walking not only to the old city center, to the beach but also to the bars and restaurants area in the Central Square, Largo Eng.º Duarte Pacheco, also known as ’Meia Laranja’.

Nearby you can count on restaurants, bars, parapharmacy, schools, supermarkets, public transport (GIRO), Praia do Peneco to the East and beaches of Arrifes, S. Rafael, Coelha, to the west, sports parks, Health Center, Police and Municipal market.

This property is part of a building of modern architecture, completed in 2003, with a good quality of construction and has an entrance hall, equipped kitchen, 2 toilets, one with countertop with washbasin, bathtub, bidet and toilet and the other with countertop with washbasin, bathtub and toilet, a common room with a living room and dining area and a pleasant south-facing balcony, where you can enjoy the sun almost all day and thus enjoy the evenings relaxed.

In finishes / equipment, parquet floors stand out throughout the apartment, except in the kitchen and sanitary facilities, where it is ceramic, the wood in the wardrobe and compartment doors, thermo-lacquered aluminum windows with double glazing and electric shutters, all appliances are electric, excluding the boiler for heating the water and the stove plate, as well as the apartment’s security door.

The condominium also offers a common garage, where each apartment has a parking space, as well as a 24-hour security system throughout the complex and a reception for the apartments that are in operation with the respective management entity.

In this property the highlight factor is, without a doubt, the view to the pool and the extreme proximity to the Marina.

Distance to points of interest - Faro Airport (45.7km), Highway (8.8km), Supermarket (280m), Beach (1.5km), Historic Center (1.6km), Market (3.7km), Parapharmacy ( 50 m), Pharmacy (2.7km), Hospital (5.7km), Bus Station (4.4km), Golf (6.4km), Restaurants (50m), Bars (50m), Shopping Center (7.5km)

Single storey house with 4 bedrooms, garden and swimming pool. Located in a quiet residential area, in the center of Albufeira and approximately 1 km from several beaches.

Located on a plot of land with an area of 750m2, the property is walled, providing privacy and tranquility. It is located in an elevated area of the city, with east/west solar orientation, it has sun all day and enjoys sea views.

The property was completely renovated recently. It consists of an entrance hall, two suites, one of the suites has an office area, two bedrooms, a guest bathroom, a living room with fireplace and dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen.
All rooms are spacious, with large windows allowing plenty of natural light into all rooms.

The house is fully furnished, equipped with air conditioning in the bedrooms and living room, as well as solar panels with a 500L hot water accumulator.
Outside there is a beautiful garden area with a BBQ area and a swimming pool equipped with a water heating pump, allowing for use throughout the year.

This property is in a great location with easy access to everything the city of Albufeira has to offer. Whether you want to live or rent for investment, the proximity to public transport, health and other services, schools, shops, restaurants, entertainment spaces and the beach make it an attractive option.

Semi-detached house in a 14-house condominium in the Corcovada area. It stands out for its generous area spread over three floors. It also includes its own garage and a communal swimming pool.

On the ground floor, there is a fully equipped kitchen and a south-facing living room with a fireplace and a balcony that opens to the outside, an office with a wardrobe and a balcony that can be converted into a bedroom, and a guest bathroom.
On the first floor, there are three large suites with built-in wardrobes, two of which have private balconies.

The garage is 86 m² offering ample space for parking and storage.
The villa is equipped with air conditioning and is partially furnished.
The patio faces south, with a barbecue and a small courtyard at the entrance with a garden.

Excellent for housing, holiday destination or local accommodation.
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4-Bedroom Luxury Villa with Sea View in Cerro de Águia, Albufeira
Presenting an exceptional 4-bedroom en-suite villa, ideally located in the prestigious Cerro de Águia area in Albufeira. A true haven of elegance and comfort, perfect for those seeking privacy, contemporary design, and panoramic sea and nature views.

Each spacious suite is designed with care, offering built-in wardrobes and abundant natural light. Two suites feature private terraces perfect for peaceful moments surrounded by nature.

The heart of the home is a bright and expansive living room with panoramic windows that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor spaces. The open-concept layout includes a gourmet kitchen, fully equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and luxury finishes ideal for entertaining.

The lush landscaped garden and private pool offer a serene setting for relaxation or outdoor gatherings. The outdoor area also includes several lounge spaces and a fully equipped garden kitchen with barbecue, stove, and al fresco dining area.

Fully furnished and equipped to the highest standards, this home blends luxury with functionality. Every detail has been thoughtfully curated to ensure a sophisticated and exclusive living experience.

This unique property in Cerro de Águia is the perfect combination of style, comfort, and a privileged sea view a dream home in the heart of the Algarve.

Pine Cliffs Residence apartments and suites T2 and T3

The Pine Cliffs Residence and apartment suites are located in a privileged position, surrounded by pine trees and beautiful gardens, next to the golf course. This privileged location allows the owners to enjoy a magnificent setting with the sea and the magnificent Falésia beach, two steps away. In the gardens surrounding the residential buildings there are several outdoor pools that can be used.

2 bedroom apartments with a construction area of 110-115 m2 with balconies of 23-48 m2.
3 bedroom apartments with a construction area of 158-162m2 with balconies of 23-48m2.

To be the owner, in full ownership of a luxury tourist apartment, in an enterprise internationally recognized as one of the best in Europe and considered for the last 3 consecutive years as the best enterprise in Portugal.

The apartment is fully furnished and equipped. These apartments have a very attractive return on investment system. As an option, all hotel services can be hired. The various sports and leisure equipment can also be used with enormous advantages for owners.

These apartments offer a superior level of comfort inside with exquisite furniture and excellent quality. With high-end fabrics and attractive patterns. With large balconies that allow its unrestricted and free use, with views of green and garden areas or even the most privileged ones with views over the blue waters of the Algarve seas.

Charming 2-Bedroom Apartment with Private Garden in Development with Pool - Albufeira

This charming 2-bedroom apartment, located on the ground floor, combines modern comfort with a warm and picturesque atmosphere. Completely renovated, it features a fabulous garden terrace and a pergola, perfect for enjoying pleasant al fresco meals or moments of relaxation.

The property has undergone quality renovations: one of the bedrooms now has a private bathroom (en suite) and a practical walk-in closet. Both bathrooms have been completely renovated, as has the functional and contemporary kitchen. The entire apartment also benefits from new wooden flooring, which gives it an elegant and welcoming atmosphere.

The living room, with direct access to the garden, is equipped with air conditioning and an electric fireplace, ensuring comfort all year round.

Part of a quiet development with just two floors, it also offers a communal swimming pool with changing rooms and outdoor parking.

Located in a central area of Albufeira, the apartment benefits from excellent accessibility to supermarkets, public transport and all essential services.

An excellent opportunity for both permanent residence and investment for holidays or tourism monetization.

Albufeira is a Portuguese city that belongs to the Faro District, region and sub-region of the Algarve.

Due to its vibrant nightlife (bars, clubs, renowned restaurants), frequent parties and some of the most beautiful beaches in Portugal, Albufeira has become one of the largest tourist hubs in the country, and consequently stands out as the Portuguese city with the largest number of foreign residents, with 22.5% of the permanent population having been born abroad, namely in other European countries.

The sheltered port, next to the Albufeira marina, with its colorful artisanal fishing boats, shares space with the vessels dedicated to sea trips along the coast and visits to the fabulous sea caves.

Currently, Albufeira and its municipality are one of the main tourist centres in the country, offering almost 30 km of coastline and more than two dozen beaches that are very diverse, both in terms of natural surroundings and in terms of occupancy and tourist attractions.

Although the tourist facilities and nightlife are some of the most famous in the Algarve, they also coexist with another reality: that of the quiet villages, where crafts such as tile-making, carved copper or esparto tapestries survive, surrounded by dryland orchards with almond trees in bloom.

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Luxury Townhouses Under Construction - Contemporary Design, Comfort and Exclusivity

We present a distinctive corner townhouse, currently under construction, meticulously designed to offer comfort, functionality and a high standard of quality.

With 219 m² of living space, this property is situated on a private plot of approximately 500 m², featuring a private swimming pool, ideal for leisure and socializing in complete privacy. It also includes 3 parking spaces, ensuring convenience and security.

Modern architecture is combined with carefully selected materials and high-standard finishes, reflecting a concept of contemporary and sophisticated living.

Property Composition:

Basement:

Garage with capacity for 3 vehicles

Ground Floor:

Large open-plan living room and kitchen with excellent natural light

Fully equipped, high-standard kitchen

Guest bathroom

En-suite bedroom

Outdoor terrace with barbecue, perfect for al fresco dining.

1st floor:

3 en-suite bedrooms, all with access to large private terraces.

This villa is the ideal choice for those seeking a modern, spacious and well-distributed home, whether for permanent residence or as a high-quality investment.

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New townhouse, with 3 bedrooms, ideal for those looking for comfort and quality of life. The property features a garden and a private swimming pool, providing an exclusive space for leisure and rest. Located just a 6-minute drive from the beaches and the centre of Albufeira, where you can find a wide range of services and commercial establishments.

On the ground floor, the property features an open space kitchen, which integrates harmoniously with the dining area and lounge, creating a large and functional space, ideal for socialising and leisure. We also have a bathroom with bathtub, 1 bedroom with built-in wardrobe and access to the pool, laundry and pantry.

The 1st floor has a hall, 2 bedrooms en suite, with large and luxurious bathrooms, both bedrooms have balconies one with 6.8m2 and the other with 19.90m2

Specific features:
Kitchen equipped with Bosch appliances.
Daiken air conditioning (in all bedrooms and living room).
Private pool.
Electric blinds.
2 Private parking spaces.
Solar orientation, south.

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Patã de Baixo - V12876 - Villa with habitation and business area. Ground floor with snack bar and first floor with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge/dining room, kitchen, laundry, pantry and storage. Terraces and parking area. Plot area-2.245 sq. metres. Const. area-220 sq.m. ENERGY CLASS - B e E

Moradia T3+1 de 170 m² com 300 m² de terreno, localizada na prestigiada zona da Quinta da Bela Vista - Albufeira.Distribuída por dois pisos, inclui uma ampla sala comum, cozinha, despensa e logradouro no piso térreo.No primeiro piso, encontra três quartos, duas casas de banho, várias varandas e uma açoteia com excelente exposição solar.Ideal para habitação permanente, casa de férias ou investimento turístico.

Completely remodeled in a modern style, with an exceptionally high standard, this cozy villa is nestled on the hillside of Quinta da Saudade. It combines brightness and comfort, enjoying views of the natural reserve in Salgados Bay and the golf course.

The villa is spread over 2 floors, with all rooms of excellent dimensions, plenty of natural light, and meticulously decorated. It opens widely to the garden through large patio windows and balconies, allowing various accesses to the terraces, barbecue area, pool, and tennis court.

It is distributed as follows: on the ground floor, there is a circulation hall, an office with a private bathroom, a games room, 3 bedrooms, one of which is en suite, a generously sized living room with a fireplace and stunning views of the surrounding areas. Also on this floor, you can enjoy a spacious fully equipped kitchen and open-plan dining room, pantry, laundry room, and enclosed garage. On the 1st floor, there are 3 magnificent suites with walk-in wardrobes and reading areas that open onto a large terrace with sea, golf, and natural reserve views. From here, you can enjoy a spectacular sunset.

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If you are looking for a spacious and well-located property, we present a 4-bedroom semi-detached house with a private pool in a quiet urbanization in Albufeira.

The house is divided into 3 floors, where on the 1st floor we find a spacious living room, an office, a bathroom, a pantry and a kitchen with access to the patio with a pool.

On the 1st floor we find 3 bedrooms, one of which is en suite and a guest bathroom, on the 2nd floor a master suite with a bathroom and a generous sunny terrace with views of the countryside.

The house is in excellent condition, built with quality materials.

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Charming farm in Valverde, Guia - a haven of tranquility near golf courses and the stunning coastal beaches. This property combines rustic charm with modern comfort.

The single-story villa features:

Elegant entrance hall
5 bedrooms, 4 of them en-suite, ensuring complete privacy
1 guest bathroom
Spacious living room and a fully equipped kitchen
Additional highlights: electric gates, garage, laundry room, large garden, various fruit trees and olive grove, outdoor barbecue, and a swimming pool to make the most of sunny days. A large roof top terrace will allow you panoramic views over the country and city.

You can also purchase 2 adjacent plots of rustic land, with a total area of 18,470 m², for the price of €300,000.

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Part of a 15,440 m² plot, with excellent location just 1.3km from the center of Guia and all day-to-day public and commercial services. With incredible potential to monetize favored by the proximity to the beautiful beaches in the Albufeira area, golf courses and social life, staying close to everything without being in the hustle of the urban center.

The villa comprises of 7 compartments, 1 annex T2, 6 WC, equipped kitchen and large terraces.

Others: cistern, borehole, solar panels, septic tank, fireplace, double glazing, spacious lounge and electric gate.

It meets all the essential conditions for future agricultural or other projects, depending always on the respective consultation and approval.

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This 417.6 m² villa sits on an 8,480 m² plot and has a swimming pool and panoramic sea views.

All five bedrooms are spacious, four of which are en-suite, and the other bedroom is also a good size. It also has two fully equipped, separate kitchens, making it perfect for those who want to have a guest house.
The property also has two garages.

Throughout the grounds, there are several fruit trees scattered around, as well as a plantation of 50 lemon trees and 20 pomegranate trees, among other fruit trees.

The location is another strong point. The villa is just a few minutes from Shopping da Guia, Leroy Merlin and Makro, offering easy access to shops, services and entertainment options.

Combining the peace of the countryside with the convenience of the city, this property is an opportunity for those seeking the countryside combined with luxury but close to shopping.

Discover an iconic 75,000 m² estate just 3 km from Praia da Galé, featuring 10 licensed holiday apartments, a historic olive press, and a generous pool. With abundant green spaces perfect for horses or outdoor events, this property presents a unique opportunity for investment or a dream retreat in the heart of the Algarve.

Main features:

10 licensed holiday apartments

15 bedrooms | 11 bathrooms | 11 kitchens

75,000 m² land

Spacious swimming pool

Historic olive press

Green areas for horses or leisure

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Ref: 220303

Come and discover this villa, located in a residential area of Albufeira and just a few minutes´ drive from the beaches.

The villa consists of three floors and has the advantage of having two entrances.

On the ground floor, there is a fully equipped kitchen with access to the outdoor area with a barbecue and swimming pool, a pantry, a living room also with access to the pool, a room that can be used as an office or bedroom, a storage area, and a bathroom.

On the first floor, in addition to an entrance hall, there are two bedrooms, one of which is en-suite, and a complete bathroom.

The top floor features an en-suite bedroom with access to a spacious balcony where you can enjoy the sun and the tranquility of the area.

The villa has a parking area for vehicles.

Albufeira is internationally recognized for its beachesmore than twenty, each with unique characteristics, from stunning cliffside beaches to long, golden sandy shores.
Characterized by its seafood-based cuisine, like much of the Algarve, it stands out for the exceptional quality of its many restaurants.

Albufeira offers the most vibrant nightlife in the Algarve, known for its fantastic nights that delight all who visit.

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Wonderful 4 bedroom villa with swimming pool and a few minutes walk from one of the best beaches of Albufeira, Praia da Coelha.
Located in a quiet and easy to reach area, close to the golf courses, and a 5-minute drive from Albufeira city centre.
The villa consists of: ground floor with 2 bedrooms, 1 en suite, 2 bathrooms, 1 fully equipped kitchen, 1 spacious living room with outdoor access, 1 laundry and 1 storage area; The 1 floor consists of 2 en suite rooms. This villa is undergoing renovation with a modern design with the purpose of wellbeing and comfort where you can enjoy the immense natural light and outdoor spaces. Excellent for permanent housing or to monetize. Mark your visit. REF 3897

Excellent 10-bedroom villa functioning as a Guesthouse at the moment, recently opened with very high profitability, inserted in a plot of land with 5800 m2, located in an elevated area.

In its vicinity you will find: supermarkets, restaurants, banks, hospitals, pharmacies, schools, municipal swimming pools, leisure areas, and sports spaces, ideal for the well-being of your day-to-day, just a few minutes’ drive from the emblematic Falésia beaches: Falésia, Olhos Àgua, Maria Luísa, Santa Eulália.... the city center and the Golf Courses: Balaia Village, Pine Cliffs, Salgados as well as access to Via do Infante, the A2 and all the facilities that complete the comfort and location of this villa, 20 minutes from Faro Airport.

The Algarve is now considered one of the best golf destinations in Europe. For the layout of its fields, the light, the mild climate, the landscape, the peacefulness, the hospitality, as well as the gastronomy so sought after and of which the chicken from Guia, the fish and seafood from the Algarve stand out.

It is composed of:

- 10 suites,

- Living room.

- Fully equipped kitchen.

- Air conditioning in all suites.

- Large panoramic terrace.

- Support the gym

-coffer

- fire detectors.

- fully furnished,

Abroad
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- Swimming pool with a large terrace all around.

- Pool bar.

- Well-maintained garden.

We work for excellence throughout the process of monitoring our customers and treating them entire process. Bureaucratic until the deed.

In full operation, with all the amenities and equipment to start your new activity.

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Algarve, Albufeira, Estradas das Ferreiras, Shop for commerce or restaurants and beverages, central area

Good shop with a single floor, with service kitchen and sanitary facilities, good light, well located commercially, old banking facilities, intended for all types of commerce and services or for restaurants and drinks.

The location on the first line of the Ferreiras road, allows excellent commercial visibility and parking.

In this establishment a wide range of activities can be implemented, such as law or solicitors’ offices, small health clinics, company offices, stores of the most varied sectors of activity, small supermarkets or fruit shops, among many others.

The quality of the location of this commercial establishment is an asset for any commercial activity developed in this store.

Ferreiras are increasingly asserting themselves as a satellite of the city of Albufeira, namely with the appearance of new companies and commercial activities, and is also a place of transition and passage to other destinations.

Ferreiras is also one of the dormitory areas of Albufeira with its resident population increasing from year to year, and the needs of these same residents also follow this same population growth.

Despite being a dormitory area of Albufeira, Ferreiras already has a life of its own, and this fact is supported by all the industrial and commercial activities in the area,