Family-friendly · Residential
São Domingos de Benfica
Twentieth-century growth produced a mixed fabric of mid- and high-rise apartment buildings set among large institutional grounds. Hospitals, civic complexes and open green spaces interrupt the housing blocks, creating a sequence of distinct urban enclaves rather than one continuous street pattern.
Stands out
- Rents trend lower than most Lisbon neighbourhoods overall.
Who it's for
- You prefer a larger neighbourhood with many residents.
METRO
Metro coverage
Share of the area within 500 m of a metro station.
51%
Average property price
2025 year
4,883€ / m²
Average rent price
2025 year
15.77€ / m²
Population
2021 year · total residents
34,076
Foreign population
2021 year · share of foreign residents
6%
Aging index
2021 year · elderly per 100 children
222
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Reviews
- Zzm_chernovaMarch 2026Long stayFamily lifeBenfica, next to the zoo. My favorite quiet, peaceful residential area. The largest shopping mall is a 25-minute walk away, the city center is half an hour by public transport, and Monsanto Park is ne… Learn more