The world’s millionaires all want to buy a home in Brazil. Those who can just afford it also want to buy a home in Brazil.  It certainly has its appeal. A lot of it is natural. It has great weather, great beaches, and great countryside if you choose to head there. The people are generally friendly and fun loving. The food and the music can be addictive too! But Brazil is huge. Where would you head to get the best home purchase that you can?

There are definitely some places that are better than others, and let’s have a look at 5 of them for now.

1. Sao Paolo

Its enormous, its sprawling and it has almost 20 million people, but Sao Paolo still remains one of the top places you can own a home in Brazil. You can head to the suburbs if you are not for the hustle and bustle of the city.

The city has good infrastructure and the commute is good – you can get buses, taxis, subways and even helicopter taxis! Most people drive though, and the level of pollution is rather marked so might want to consider doing your bit for the environment and using public transportation.

When it comes to property prices, expect to pay a hefty price tag. Brazil’s economy is on the up and up, and this has pushed property prices upwards. The fact that it’s also a much preferred retirement spot means that you will be paying quite a bit, but to compensate for that is a life that is laid back, you’ll be in great weather and surrounded by good people.

2. Rio De Janeiro

People say it used to be nicer, but it still has lots of appeal. It’s picturesque, with beautiful hills that seem to come out of the water and its beaches. It has its crowded areas, but if you get a property in the suburbs, which are separated from the crowded areas by a range of hills, it is a perfect setting for an overseas home.

Rio’s appeal is not just from the beauty of the place. The people of Rio live life with zest. There is hardly an idle or boring moment, but all this doesn’t come with the strains and tensions that seem to carry in other great cities of the world. The atmosphere is very laid back and even if you have to work, you still get to have fun and feel relaxed.

3. Belo Horizonte

This is Brazil’s 3rd largest city, with a population of a mere 2.2 million. Its well planned and easy to navigate, and definitely a bit of a quieter scene that Sao Paolo and Rio. It has cooler weather and is much loved by those who want a property that’s in a rather quiet environment.

4. Curitiba

This one competes with the likes of Singapore. It has many settled immigrants and that may be part of the reason why it is a modern haven as some people have described it. It is one of the few places on earth where the entire population has abandoned their cars for public transportation in order to save the environment.

Its quiet and beautiful, with a mix of the modern and well tended nature – there are lots of parks and it’s a perfect place to buy a quiet home that sits in nature but with all amenities within reach.

5. Florianopolis
This is where most Brazilians and other South American nationals head for vacation. It is small, with a population of fewer than 300,000. It is also known for its comparatively high security and great beaches. It is also home to the largest suspension bridge in Brazil – you can begin to imagine that it must be a rather beautiful place. It still has a strong feel of the countryside in it, but developers recognized its appeal and they have built many great home properties for sale. You will be able to mix with many indigenous Brazilians.
Brazil is big and almost all of it is beautiful. Now that you know some of the best places to own a home in Brazil, you can get started on your hunt.