Americans Are Buying In THESE Areas Of Funchal Most - Here's Why

Looking to visit, vacation, live, or invest in Funchal, Madeira? Americans are buying, renting, or staying in these areas of Funchal most, and we show you why. Discover the sought after real estate neighborhoods of Funchal. Find out how to make the most of your stay or investment in Madeira Island real estate, including with Airbnb. Don't miss out on this insider's tour of real estate areas in Funchal!
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00:39 - Funchal city map
01:30 - Funchal North (Elevated Central Bowl)
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12:50 - Funchal East
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[@tinasantos4917]

Very helpful video! Headed there in May for scouting/buying. Using your agent. She is great! Thank you for all you do to help the rest of us retire early❤

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Tina! We are so happy that you are connecting with our real estate agent and it’s going great! Thank you so much for watching our videos and for your kind feedback. Happy Holidays🎄! M&D If anyone else is reading this comment please feel free to email us @ [e-mail] for our real estate contact information. 🎄

[@dovygoodguy1296]

It's not actually Sayo. It's pronounced nasal as "Saoong".... without overemphasizing the ng

[@bandcrazyadventure]

Awesome video. Any chance you will be doing any other areas on the Island? Would love to see info on more of the island.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Billy and Dottie! Absolutely! Many people are looking to relocate to areas outside Funchal, and there are amazing options! We will share our thoughts and locations in the new year. Thanks for watching and for the kind words. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@moward301]

Extremely helpful guys! Thank you so much.

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Hello Mo! Thanks so much for watching and for the kind feedback! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@moward301]

@@Track_Us_Down Happy Holidays!

[@garryc8744]

Loverly couple with great overview of the market! Tnx

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Garry! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind comment! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@SrFulanoTal]

yes, send them all to funchal..this way people that really like tranquility can go in the more beautiful and peaceful smaller villages. Thanks to highways you can get to funchal from any point on the island from anywhere between 5 to 30 mins driving anyways.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello there! Many people choose Funchal but many people also love the tranquility to be found outside Funchal. It all depends what people want. You’re so right about the easy access with the highways. Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@michaelmiddleton3311]

very informative. Helping me with my exploratory plan. From Bellingham, Washington, Thank you!

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Hello Michael! Hello Bellingham Washington!! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind feedback! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@ahha7124]

Thanks for this video, glad that Santa Maria Maior is mentioned. Agree the funchal bay view is mesmerizing! As someone who has bought in that neighborhood and have spent time between US and Madeira for the past 2 years, I was able to survive without a car. The bus system is decent and taxi app is easy to use, and I would take walks downhill to the center. It's a bit steep walk downhill in some stretches but also an interesting way to explore the neighborhood while working out leg muscles :). Also like the quietness and tranquility with mostly locals as neighbors.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Ah Ha! Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your insight on Santa Maria Maior! You’re so right about the walk down being steep but doable and it’s a free workout! Thanks for your support! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@fjosic]

Great job 👍 We like your videos, very informative. We've been to Madeira a few times (Canadians). We were thinking about Camara de Lobos as a cheaper and quieter alternative to Funchal. Maybe you can do a video about some of the outlying areas ? Keep up the good work, 🙂

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Filip! Yes that’s a great idea! Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your thoughts! Cheers! M&D

[@chrismedeiros3201]

I appreciate the mapped locations and the "pros & cons" commentary! It really helps to get a better idea of each area. Great content.

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Hello Chris! 🌎 Thank you for watching and for the kind feedback! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@SerendipitySpoke]

I agree with what you said about Funchal. 💯 On my last trip, I wanted to try staying in Camera De Lobos and Machico. I really like Machico. It was quiet and walkable. The sand beach was nice as well. I found Camara De Lobos to be really noisy and packed with tourists in the summer. When I came last December, I thought it was a quiet town. It taught me that you really have to factor in tourism during the different seasons.

[@ilsevanheerden4976]

You're probably talking about the small area by the bay in Camara de Lobos?

[@ElenaDoinoffMaquiLab]

I've been looking at Camara De Lobos and Canico exactly because I didn't want a touristy place so hearing this makes me want to reconsider... Exactly how touristy are we talking? Maybe if you can compare to something? Thank you!

[@SerendipitySpoke]

@@ElenaDoinoffMaquiLab I wanted to be near the Bay Area and be able to walk around the old town or even to Funchal along the beach. I rented a place up on the main road above Pingo Doce. The road was really busy with cars, busses and trucks (even in the evening hours). I didn’t sleep great with sound of the traffic. I hadn’t noticed that much traffic in December. I think there are more day visitors in the Summer months. I wasn’t bothered by the number of people walking around. It was good to see the tourism. At night the town is more quiet. I just hadn’t factored in the noise on that road with all of those extra people. I had been looking at a condo on that road… but decided might be too busy of a road for me. I want to be able to enjoy sitting out on the patio and enjoying the view. I am glad that I stayed there in a different season. I still think it’s a lovely place… but it definitely made me re-evaluating my original choice of location.

[@cbenson513]

I really like Machico! Big enough to have a good share of restaurants and shops/services, a wonderful and free sandy beach area, great hikes and super quick access to Funchal and the airport.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello SerendipitySpoke! Thanks for watching! You make a really good point and that’s why it’s important to gather information from professionals and others . There are pros and cons to all areas. Sometimes if you’re just staying at an Airbnb , like you say, depending on the season the noise level could be different. Buying of course is a whole other thing! Thank for your support! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@stephenjarzombek2903]

LOL at 9:46! I recognized the street and wondered if you would highlight your former place.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Stephen! Good catch! We did enjoy that apartment!! Thanks for watching and commenting! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@buckw65]

Really enjoyed all the information presented . Fantastic info for picking a holiday location as well. Thanks so much

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Hello! Thanks for watching and for your kind comment! Cheers! M&D

[@doriscox2780]

Love your channel, learning so much about Madeira and planning to visit in spring to check it out! My husband and I are thinking about retiring to Portugal in the near future. All your information is invaluable, thank you for sharing your knowledge via KZbin!!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Doris! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind feedback. We are enjoying sharing our second half of life with other like minded people. We are happy you’re here. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@joeybunbury1796]

This video has been incredibly helpful. Thanks again for your time

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Hello Joey! Thanks for watching and for the kind feedback. We are glad you found value in the content. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@disturbedpeace3041]

Wonderful overview. Very helpful. Looking forward to the housing samplers you mentioned.

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Hello Disturbed Peace! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind feedback! We are excited to share some different homes with our subscribers! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@davidwiens2894]

Wow!! Congrats on the great video! We loved the new content very much. Great job!

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Hello David! Thanks so much for watching and for the kind feedback. We are glad you found value in the content. Happy Holidays🎄! M&D

[@pascalpereira2630]

As always... a great informative video guys! Thanks for sharing!

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Hi friends! Track us down meet up tonight? Quick ✈️ flight over and you guys could come!! We miss you! Thanks for watching and for the kind feedback! Happy holidays 🎄! M&D

[@fanstream]

Thanks again, Monique & Doug - all so informative. Fique com paz e harmonia (this is a Brasilian portuguese expression - more or less - wishing you peace and harmony!) 🙏🙏☺☺

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Hello Steve! Thanks for watching and for the kind words! Love the Brazilian expression 💙- and we wish you the same! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@libbyannstew8775]

Another great video! This information is really helpful. A friend of mine rented an AirBNB in this area back in the summer for a vacation in Jan 2023. She had no idea that right beside her apartment there was a condominium build underway. The construction noise started at 5:30 am and went until at least 6:00 pm. It really did cast a pall over her vacation.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Libbyann! We know exactly what you’re talking about. It can really do a number on you when you hear jack hammering all day long! Not really a “ relaxing” vacation! Thanks for watching and sharing! Cheers! M&D

[@cbenson513]

Super helpful information! One thing you definitely notice in Sao Martinho is the amount of construction everywhere and nearly everything is large condo complexes. I'm leaning towards a quieter area and while I know a car is a must for me to have easy full island access, I'm thinking a moped/small motorcycle might be perfect for quick trips around town and easy parking.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Chris 🌎! You’re so right about Sao Martinho and the large complexes being built. There are quieter areas to be found and a motorcycle or moped is perfect for getting around the city! Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts. We appreciate your ongoing support. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@alanandsuegrimshaw4629]

Hi guys, you have done it again great informative video thank you, we still get a little lost in Funchal but we did recognise most of the places you drove to. 🚙

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello friends! Thanks for watching and for the kind feedback! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@morgan97475]

Very informative, & great to see the roads as you drive around.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello M.S! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind comment! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@janaboot6760]

Thanks guys for another informative video! Love your channel. It is so helpful.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Jana! Thank you so much for watching and your ongoing support of the channel. See you soon friends! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@angelogouveia2487]

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

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Hello Angelo! Thank you for watching and commenting! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@Track_Us_Down]

The first 1,000 people to use this link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: skl.sh/trackusdown12221 The 7 main, 'buyable-rentable-airbnb-able' areas of Funchal. Which area do you think you'd like best in Funchal? Let us know! 🌎😊 D & M

[@mhaagmans1]

Very informative and spot-on!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Martin! Thanks for watching and commenting! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@Irbdude]

Once again you guys nailed it! Thanks so much for making this video, it really helped me to understand the areas I’ve been looking at through the Google Machine. I am planning a trip for January or February to explore and start the process.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Scott! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind feedback. We are glad that it provided some useful information for you as you begin! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@jasperfrenchie]

I'm looking forward to more of these realestate type videos. All your videos are great but I'm just partial to the realestate ones. Keep up the great work!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello jasperfrenchie! Thanks for watching and commenting! We do plan on doing a few more real estate videos!! Thanks for the encouragement! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@georgepiteira7586]

Hey Doug and Monique, these are great vlogs. Wife and I just bought our holiday home, an existing T3 modern home with an annex on the back side overlooking the amazing views of the ocean and deserted islands in the small local of Gaula in the municipality of Santa Cruz. We bought it sight unseen (or should I say) virtually ;-) It's just 15 minutes east of Funchal. Our property is very similar to the 3rd property that you covered here. We will be heading there at the end of April to take possession and do our BIG WALK with Hit the Road Madeira. If we have time, we will try to track you down while there. Hope you found yourselves some green Guinness and an Irish pub there in Madeira. Happy St. Patty's Day Weekend! Cheers!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello George! Great comment! We certainly did drink a Guinness beer 🍺 at Moynihan’s Irish ☘️ pub! Fantastic place! Gaula is a beautiful location and we are very happy for you! Thanks for watching our videos and sharing your experience. Cheers! M&D

[@Stingerca]

Super job. The content was enjoyable and informative.

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Hello Stingerca! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind comment! Happy Holidays🎄! M&D

[@BarbieDollYT58]

Good morning to you both Not sure how else to contact you but wanted let you know that we won't be able to attend the meet-up this evening. Al has a terrible head cold that we don't want to share with anyone. Especially before the holidays. We are flying to the mainland on Jan 3 and hopefully we will be able to connect with you guys before we leave. Have a wonderful time back in Canada with family and friends for the holidays!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello there! Received your message. We are sorry to hear Al has a headache 🤕. That’s the worst. Hopefully he feels better soon! Thank you for the well wishes. We wish you a wonderful season! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@teodoro1007]

Currently in Tigre in Argentina since the end of November 22, I´m living in Coimbra Calhabé, so I´ll be in Lisbon the 27th of December to let my stuff in Coimbra. 70 years old widower, but not the common one. Two NDE´s on board, so that´s different. I call Madeira "heaven on earth", but the mudslides & the "banana line" are to be respected. I dont like big cities cause of driving & waiting. The plan is to see the fireworks 2023 in Funchal, so let´s look at your video & Santo Antônio.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Teo! Thank you so much for watching and for sharing your story with us! We wish you the best of luck on your journey! We love the way you say that the mudslides and banana line- are to be respected. Well said. Thanks for supporting the channel! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@gilang1431]

Super informative, BIG thanks. Adding the maps was a great plus. You are talking USD I assume ? vs CAD ? Please Mahé a video on AirBnB, Hostels and small apts ♥️

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Gilbert! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind feedback. We are glad you found value in the video. The prices are all in euros. Thanks for the suggestions!! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@twoamericansandadog7212]

This is really helpful for us. I’d love you to explore more areas even outside Funchal. We will be in Madalena do Mar for a month in February and my wife seriously wants us to consider settling there. I’m also intrigued with Machico, Calheta and some of the cheaper communities near the airport ( Canico, Santa Cruz, Gail’s, etc) By the way, our social little dog would not see the influx of tourists as a drawback. More people on the sidewalks means more attention from folks who want to pet him and say how cute he is. ;-)

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Two Americans and a Dog! Thanks you for the kind feedback. We will do more about other areas of the 🏝️ island! You named some really nice places and like Funchal all with pros and cons! Laughing 😂 at the dog comment! He would love the attention! That’s cute! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@twoamericansandadog7212]

One more thing; I know you have probably named and linked your realtors in previous videos. But because we either watch them on the TV or the impossible iPhone app, could you share them again?

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello there! Please send us an email at [e-mail] and we can provide you the names! Cheers! M&D

[@almarcano1815]

Fantastic information! Thank you so much!! We are more interested in a T1 in your current area on the east side, would be comfortable in giving me a ballpark estimate on price of an apartment? Thanks again!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Al! Our best guess based on our real estate agents figures of a T2 in our area starting at 280K , would be maybe 250k. That’s just a guess. If you would like to contact our real estate agent and get a proper quote please send us an email and we will send you her contact. [e-mail]. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel! Happy Holiday 🎄! M&D

[@lyndajamrozik4786]

Hi can you share the contact info for your realtor? I emailed Alan’s realtor a week ago and she never responded. We are going to buy a house in Madeira this coming year. Thank you . Lynda Peterson

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Lynda! Absolutely. Please send us a quick email at [e-mail]. Thanks for watching! Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@robertbenefiel2781]

Wow 🤩, it looks great !

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Robert! Thanks for watching and for your kind comment! Cheers! M&D

[@octaviocampos6960]

As usual, a very informative video. We will be visiting Madeira in January. I wonder if you can share your Real Estate agent contact details? Thanks a lot for your videos.

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Octavio! Thank you so much for watching and for the kind feedback. We are glad you found value in the information. Please send us a quick email at [e-mail] and we can send you her contact information. Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@jairomedina7998]

Great video very informative. Can you share real estate agent contact! We really interested looking a property in Madeira

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Jairo! Thank you for watching and for the kind words. For real estate contact please send us an email at [e-mail] . Happy Holidays 🎄! M&D

[@papputalwara4027]

I need a apartment for rent in medeira can you help me i am in Portugal right now

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello Pappu! If you are in Portugal, you need to find a real estate agent where you are to help you find apartments for rent and/ or begin your search on Idealista or Flatio. Please watch our Scammed video, so that you have a great experience. Thank you for watching our channel! Cheers! M&D

[@AndrewDrummond-s4x]

Hi Guy's, have to say love your video's!....really great and helpful. I am in the process of looking for a property in Madiera....can you share with me your agents details please. Thanks Guy's and keep up the good work!

[@Track_Us_Down]

Hello! Absolutely! Please send us an email ( found on our about page) and we will let you know. Thanks so much for watching our videos. We are happy that you find value in the content. Cheers! M&D