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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 68 m², built in 2007, energy rating C. Located Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso parish, Vila Nova de Gaia municipality, Porto district. This apartment features a spacious independent laundry area and a private balcony with morning sun exposure, enhancing both functionality and outdoor enjoyment.
The valuation. The asking price of €230,000 is significantly above the fair value of €182,201, representing an overpricing of €47,799 or 20.8%. This suggests that the property may not be a sound investment at this price point.
Fair value modelled at €182,201 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €230,000 sits €47,799 (20.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €230,000 versus the Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto area baseline of €181,152 (€2,664/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 (Condition 72 · Materials 78 · Room dimensions 74). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 71/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 65 · Economic 78 · Tenant Quality 68). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso, Vila Nova de Gaia, Porto
Area baseline €181,152 + condition -€531 + location +€14,160 = modelled fair value of €182,201 (€2,679/m²), a €47,799 (20.8%) gap versus the €230,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mafamude e Vilar do Paraíso · 99f425 | Subject | €230,000 | €3,382 | — | 72 | 71 |
| rua Fernando Namora, 36 | Active | €255,000 | €3,542 | 4.7% | 80 | 65 |
| rua Joaquim Pereira Brandão | Active | €280,000 | €2,979 | 11.9% | 72 | 74 |
| Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória · 0242a8 | Active | €293,000 | €3,855 | 14.0% | 68 | 74 |
| vereda 2 À Rua, 4 | Active | €315,000 | €2,864 | 15.3% | 80 | 69 |
| Median comp | €286,500 | €3,261 | 3.6% | 76 | 72 |
Long-term rental The property is overpriced, which limits potential long-term rental returns despite a gross yield of 4.3%. Additionally, the moderate condition score of 75/100 suggests that significant renovation costs could further decrease profitability. Buy-and-hold Although this strategy typically benefits from property value appreciation over time, the current valuation of €230,000 versus a fair value of €182,201 presents an immediate risk to long-term investors. The 20.8% gap indicates an overpriced asset, which could hinder future gains in a suboptimal housing market. Family rental With an attractive suburban setting and reasonably low crime levels, this property could appeal to families; however, its overpriced status presents a serious deterrent for potential tenants and investors alike. Consequently, while the neighborhood offers decent amenities, the high entry price diminishes the appeal for family-oriented renters looking for value. Not ideal for short-term vacation rental, luxury market, or student housing Given the overvaluation and specific characteristics of the property, it is unlikely to attract demand in the short-term vacation rental or luxury markets. Furthermore, its pricing and size may not be appealing for students seeking affordable accommodations in a competitive rental market.
Tenant turnover risk The tenant stability score of 68/100 indicates a higher likelihood of tenant turnover, which could disrupt cash flow and increase vacancy periods.
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