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Living in LisbonAugust 6, 2026 · 5 min read
Best neighbourhoods for students in Lisbon
Where to live for the right mix of metro access, budget and atmosphere: a quick guide for students and young professionals.
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The LOFTZ team · Lisbon housing, in-house
New to Lisbon and deciding where to base yourself? Here's how the neighbourhoods LOFTZ operates in stack up for students and young professionals.
Penha de França & Arroios
Central, well-connected and increasingly popular: a short metro ride to the universities, with everyday shops, cafés and a real local feel. Good value for how central it is.
Santos
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Riverside, lively and design-leaning, with quick links across the city. Popular with a slightly older, working crowd.
Getting it right
- •Check the walk to the nearest metro, not just the map distance.
- •All-inclusive rooms save you setting up (and arguing over) bills.
- •Book a visit, or a video tour if you're moving from abroad.
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