Prince Harry was recently the subject of a sly comment from a local real estate agent in Alentejo, Portugal, following rumors about purchasing a property in the region. The real estate agent, who has been working in the area for decades, speculated on the possible price of a residence that Harry and Meghan Markle could have purchased and shared his opinion with The daily mail.
According to the agent, properties in exclusive tourist complexes like the one in question usually have a high price, often reaching millions of euros. He explained“In recent years, we have seen American celebrities purchase homes or land in these closed environments. It is very high-end and the homes range between four and 20 million euros.”
While he acknowledged that rumors have circulated that Harry and Meghan are among the latest buyers, he noted that there is uncertainty over whether the couple purchased an existing home or land for future construction. “There have been rumors in recent months that Harry and Meghan are among the latest buyers. But it is not clear if they have bought a house that is already built or if it is yet to be built,” the agent commented.
However, the estate agent was quick to downplay any potential impact the Duke and Duchess of Sussex could have on the area, implying that their presence would not make much of a difference compared to other high-profile people. “Surely we have much richer and more famous people shopping here. To be honest, I think they won’t have any impact.” he saidgiving a subtle blow.
The agent further added: “If someone like Jeff Bezos bought here, then yes, there could be some impact, but not Harry and Meghan,” making one last astute comment about the couple’s perceived influence compared to other celebrities.
Despite the real estate agent’s comments, rumors continue to circulate about whether Harry and Meghan actually bought a house in the region. Their potential investment in Portugal would add them to a growing list of American celebrities who have sought privacy and exclusivity in the European country. However, the estate agent’s comments suggest that in his eyes the Sussexes are just another addition to the list of wealthy property owners in the area, with little or no significant impact on the local market.
This subtle jab reflects the mixed reception Harry and Meghan continue to receive as they navigate their post-royal lives. Whether or not they have purchased property in Portugal, the commentary surrounding them remains as intriguing as ever.