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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 72 m², built in 1999, energy rating C. Located on autoestrada N222, 725, Lomba parish, Gondomar municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment offers unobstructed views of the Douro River from both balconies, enhancing its appeal as a serene retreat in a vibrant area.
The valuation. The asking price of €155,000 is significantly above the fair value of €113,930, marking an overprice of €41,070 (26.5%). This property does not represent a financially sound investment opportunity. Buy-to-flip angle. With the property priced high, a buy-and-flip strategy is unlikely to yield significant profits given the current market conditions and renovation costs. An immediate resale could lead to a loss rather than a gain. Buy-to-let angle. As a long-term rental, this apartment would struggle to generate income, with an estimated gross yield of 0%. Thus, it may not be the most attractive option for buy-and-hold investors looking for positive cash flow.
Fair value modelled at €113,930 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €155,000 sits €41,070 (26.5%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €155,000 versus the autoestrada N222, 725 area baseline of €109,224 (€1,517/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 (Condition 73 · Materials 78 · Room dimensions 75). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx. Full condition report →
Neighbourhood score 60/100 (Housing Market 60 · Amenities 60 · Economic 60 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline. Full location report →
autoestrada N222, 725
Area baseline €109,224 + condition +€337 + location +€4,369 = modelled fair value of €113,930 (€1,582/m²), a €41,070 (26.5%) gap versus the €155,000 asking price.
Long-term rental While the yield on this property is 0% gross, the listing price of €155,000 exceeds the fair value of €113,930 by 26.5%, indicating it is overpriced. This deters potential long-term tenants seeking affordable housing in a neighborhood rated only 60/100. Family rental The property's 1-bed layout in a neighborhood with an average score of 60/100 limits its appeal as a family rental option, especially given its overpriced listing at €155,000 compared to a fair value of €113,930. Prospective families may look for more suitable accommodations that better fit their budget and space needs. Buy-and-hold Investors considering a buy-and-hold strategy should note that with the property being priced at €155,000—26.5% over its fair value of €113,930—this investment does not present an attractive entry point. The weak yield of 0% gross further underscores the challenges of this approach in the current market conditions.
Economic and Tenant Instability Risk With both economic stability and tenant stability scores at 60/100, there is a notable risk of fluctuating rental income and potential vacancies, which could impact overall investment returns significantly.
