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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 120 m², built in 2009, energy rating C. Located São Gonçalo de Lagos parish, Lagos municipality, Faro district. The apartment includes a spacious west-facing balcony ideal for sunset views and direct access to resort amenities, enhancing both relaxation and lifestyle options for residents.
The valuation. The asking price of €685,000 is significantly higher than the fair value of €472,592, reflecting an overprice of €212,408 (31.0%). This discrepancy suggests a cautious approach for potential buyers as this property does not align with market value. Buy-to-flip angle. The strategy for resale involves making minor upgrades to enhance attractiveness, capitalizing on the high-quality finishes and modern amenities, while targeting a quick turnover in the thriving São Gonçalo de Lagos market. Buy-to-let angle. A long-term rental strategy could yield an estimated gross income of €1,598/month, providing a gross yield of 2.8%, benefiting from the area's reliance on both tourism and stable local residence.
Fair value modelled at €472,592 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €685,000 sits €212,408 (31.0%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €685,000 versus the São Gonçalo de Lagos, Lagos, Faro area baseline of €471,000 (€3,925/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 85/100 (Condition 82 · Materials 88 · Room dimensions 85). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 73/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 70 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 80). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
São Gonçalo de Lagos, Lagos, Faro
Area baseline €471,000 + condition +€15,000 + location +€38,552 = modelled fair value of €472,592 (€3,938/m²), a €212,408 (31.0%) gap versus the €685,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · 090044 | Subject | €685,000 | €5,708 | — | 82 | 73 |
| estrada de Porto de Mós S / N | Active | €475,000 | €4,948 | 13.3% | 80 | 73 |
| estrada de Porto de Mós S / N | Active | €475,000 | €4,948 | 13.3% | 75 | 72 |
| urbanização Marina Marina de Lagos | Active | €665,000 | €4,750 | 16.8% | 82 | 66 |
| urbanização Marina Park | Active | €550,000 | €4,783 | 16.2% | 71 | 72 |
| Median comp | €512,500 | €4,866 | 14.8% | 78 | 72 |
Long-term rental The property is not ideal for long-term rental due to its overpriced listing at €685,000, which exceeds the fair value of €472,592 by 31.0%. With a gross yield of only 2.8%, the financial return may not justify the high initial investment. Short-term vacation rental Investing in this property for short-term vacation rentals is questionable, considering its high price relative to the fair value, which presents a 31.0% gap. The rental yield of 2.8% may make it challenging to cover costs effectively, especially in a competitive tourist market. Buy-and-hold The buy-and-hold strategy is not recommended for this property given its overpriced nature at €685,000 compared to an estimated fair value of €472,592, leading to an unfavourable 31.0% gap. Holding onto an asset with such a low rental yield of 2.8% may not provide adequate returns over time, especially against maintenance and market fluctuations.
Economic Vulnerability The economic stability score of 65/100 indicates a moderate risk of economic downturn impacting rental income potential.
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