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2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 112 m², built in 1998, energy rating C. Located Castêlo da Maia parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. This apartment boasts excellent thermal and acoustic insulation with double-glazing throughout, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency amidst a vibrant central location.
The valuation. The asking price of €285,000 significantly exceeds the fair value of €151,960, placing it overvalued by €133,040 or 46.7%. This suggests potential challenges in achieving an acceptable return on investment.
Fair value modelled at €151,960 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €285,000 sits €133,040 (46.7%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €285,000 versus the Castêlo da Maia, Maia, Porto area baseline of €156,800 (€1,400/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 67/100 (Condition 65 · Materials 70 · Room dimensions 70). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 66/100 (Housing Market 60 · Amenities 65 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 70). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Castêlo da Maia, Maia, Porto
Area baseline €156,800 + condition -€14,875 + location +€10,035 = modelled fair value of €151,960 (€1,357/m²), a €133,040 (46.7%) gap versus the €285,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castêlo da Maia · 023a04 | Subject | €285,000 | €2,545 | — | 65 | 66 |
| Cidade da Maia · 82c7bc | Active | €309,010 | €3,552 | 39.6% | 70 | 71 |
| Cidade da Maia · 001645 | Active | €313,000 | €2,925 | 15.0% | 72 | 75 |
| Cidade da Maia · 9374eb | Active | €313,000 | €2,925 | 15.0% | 72 | 68 |
| travessa Beato Domingos Jorge, 64 | Active | €285,000 | €2,591 | 1.8% | 70 | 66 |
| Median comp | €311,005 | €2,925 | 14.9% | 71 | 70 |
Long-term rental The property in Castêlo da Maia, listed at €285,000, is overpriced given its fair value of €151,960, representing a significant gap of 46.7%. This mispricing could impact yield potential, with a gross yield of only 4.2% in a suburban area with average neighborhood ratings of 66/100 for tenant quality and amenities. Family rental While the demographic for family rentals may be present in Castêlo da Maia, the current listing price far exceeds its fair value, making it a less attractive option for potential investors. With an average condition score of 67/100, the appeal for families may not translate into proportional returns due to the noted overpriced status of the property. Buy-and-hold The buy-and-hold strategy appears less favorable for this apartment in Castêlo da Maia due to its current listing price being inflated at €285,000 versus a fair value of €151,960. Investors may find the long-term appreciation in this suburban market hindered by the high entry price and modest yield of 4.2%.
Economic and Tenant Instability Risk: With an economic stability score of 70/100 and a tenant stability score of 70/100, there is a moderate risk of tenant turnover and economic fluctuations negatively impacting rental income and property value.
