Living in Cidade Velha, Faro

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Faro dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about €905/month — roughly 16% above the city median, and among the pricier of the 5 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run €1,120 - €1,370/month and three-bedrooms €1,500 - €1,810/month on second-hand contracts. At 5 minutes to the center by walk, it sits closer to the center than most Faro areas in the set. On safety it rates 4/5, among the lower-rated in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the historic, charming, seasonal tags, it may suit renters weighing rent against commute.

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Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Terminal Rodoviário de Faro as the nearest rail stop, Jardim Manuel Bívar as nearby green space and My Auchan as the nearest supermarket around the Cidade Velha reference point. A school and a pharmacy are also mapped within walking distance. It also shows a large number of cafés and restaurants mapped within about 700m of that point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Cidade Velha, Faro?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Cidade Velha costs €810 - €1,000/month (second-hand contract) or €650 - €800/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,120 - €1,370/month, and a 3-bedroom from €1,500 - €1,810/month.

Is Cidade Velha safe for expats?

Cidade Velha has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Cidade Velha to Faro center?

The commute from Cidade Velha to Faro city center takes approximately 5 minutes by walk.

What is Cidade Velha like to live in?

Walled old town with cobblestone lanes, the cathedral, and orange trees. Quiet in winter, lively in summer. In our data it is tagged as historic, charming, seasonal.