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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 163 m², built in 1999, energy rating C. Located Arcozelo parish, Vila Nova de Gaia municipality, Porto district. The property features a heat recovery system for energy efficiency and superior thermal comfort, along with abundant natural light thanks to its three-faceted solar exposure.
The valuation. The asking price of €280,000 is significantly above the fair value of €173,455, resulting in a disparity of €106,545 (38.1%). This property is considered overpriced in the current market.
Fair value modelled at €173,455 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €280,000 sits €106,545 (38.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €280,000 versus the Arcozelo, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto area baseline of €428,364 (€2,628/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 72/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 75 · Room dimensions 73). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 74/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 70 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 75). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Arcozelo, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto
Area baseline €428,364 + condition -€6,622 + location +€15,773 = modelled fair value of €173,455 (€1,064/m²), a €106,545 (38.1%) gap versus the €280,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arcozelo · b7b7a6 | Subject | €280,000 | €1,718 | — | 70 | 74 |
| rua Morangal, 436 | Active | €290,000 | €2,042 | 18.9% | 73 | 75 |
| rua Santa Apolónia, 400 | Active | €248,500 | €1,912 | 11.3% | 72 | 70 |
| rua Nova do Sobreiro | Active | €295,000 | €2,269 | 32.1% | 72 | 72 |
| São Félix da Marinha · 9568fd | Active | €375,000 | €3,000 | 74.6% | 70 | 70 |
| Median comp | €292,500 | €2,156 | 25.5% | 72 | 71 |
Long-term rental Given the property's gross yield of 3.9% and a significant gap of 38.1% from its fair value, the investment is not appealing for long-term rental. The overpriced nature of the property compromises the potential return against the backdrop of an increasing cost of living in the subregion. Family rental While the apartment is situated in a family-friendly suburban area of Porto, the marked disparity from the fair market value indicates that it may not be an attractive option for family rentals. The prevailing price point suggests that the expected returns may not justify the initial investment, given the current market conditions. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property for a buy-and-hold strategy would be risky, as its valuation is significantly inflated compared to its fair value. The projected growth potential does not offset the detrimental impact of an overpriced asset, placing long-term capital appreciation in jeopardy.
Economic volatility risk A score of 70 in economic stability indicates potential fluctuations in local market conditions that may impact the property’s long-term value and rental income.
