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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 60 m², energy rating D. Located on rua Sociedade Columbófila, 317, Sandim, Olival, Lever e Crestuma parish, Vila Nova de Gaia municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment benefits from two balconies, offering outdoor space for relaxation, and is located in a private condominium with expansive gardens and a tennis court.
The valuation. The asking price of €155,000 sits €4,763 or 3.1% above the fair value of €150,237, indicating that this property is overpriced.
Fair value modelled at €150,237 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €155,000 sits €4,763 (3.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €155,000 versus the rua Sociedade Columbófila, 317 area baseline of €157,680 (€2,628/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 62/100 (Condition 64 · Materials 60 · Room dimensions 65). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 73/100 (Housing Market 80 · Amenities 70 · Economic 75 · Tenant Quality 65). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Sociedade Columbófila, 317
Area baseline €157,680 + condition -€12,188 + location +€13,684 = modelled fair value of €150,237 (€2,504/m²), a €4,763 (3.1%) gap versus the €155,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Sociedade Columbófila, 317 | Subject | €155,000 | €2,583 | — | 64 | 73 |
| travessa da Ribeira | Active | €279,000 | €3,822 | 47.9% | 73 | 70 |
| Sandim, Olival, Lever e Crestuma · 6d53d5 | Active | €285,000 | €1,727 | 33.1% | 70 | 72 |
| praceta do Marão | Active | €265,000 | €1,920 | 25.7% | 80 | 73 |
| bf27d2 | Active | €230,000 | €2,190 | 15.2% | 55 | 70 |
| Median comp | €272,000 | €2,055 | 20.5% | 72 | 71 |
Long-term rental Given the property’s fair value is only slightly less than its listing price, it may struggle to attract long-term tenants, which typically are seeking more competitive pricing. With a gross yield of 0% and a neighbourhood rating of 73/100, this investment lacks the necessary financial incentives to ensure profitability in the long-term rental market. Family rental The 1-bed apartment's condition rating of 62/100 indicates that it may need updates or repairs to appeal to families seeking quality accommodations. Additionally, the property is overpriced at €155,000, which could deter potential family tenants looking for value within the market. Value-add renovation While the current condition of the apartment is only mediocre, the proximity to Porto offers potential for value-add renovations to enhance appeal and possibly justify a better market position. However, given the property is currently overpriced, the anticipated renovation costs may not yield a satisfactory return. Not ideal for This property is not suitable for the luxury market due to its mediocre condition and high listing price, which fails to align with luxury buyer expectations. Furthermore, short-term vacation rentals and student housing are also inappropriate given the location's pricing structure and the overall market strategy determined by the property's current valuation.
Tenant turnover risk High tenant turnover may result from the score of 65/100 in tenant stability, leading to potential vacancy issues and increased costs associated with finding new tenants.
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