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4-bedroom, 5-bathroom house of 244 m², built in 1993, energy rating D. Located on urbanização Alto Club, Alvor parish, Portimão municipality, Faro district. Outdoor space includes generous terraces and a garden allowing for the construction of a private pool, while the first-floor sea view enhances the appeal of daily routines.
The valuation. The asking price of €1,290,000 is significantly above the fair value of €447,436, representing an overpriced position of €842,564 (65.3%). This assessment indicates that potential investors may find better opportunities elsewhere.
Fair value modelled at €447,436 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €1,290,000 sits €842,564 (65.3%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €1,290,000 versus the urbanização Alto Club area baseline of €418,948 (€1,717/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 78 · Room dimensions 76). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 67/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 70 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
urbanização Alto Club
Area baseline €418,948 + condition +€0 + location +€28,488 = modelled fair value of €447,436 (€1,834/m²), a €842,564 (65.3%) gap versus the €1,290,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| urbanização Alto Club | Subject | €1,290,000 | €5,287 | — | 70 | 67 |
| Portimão · 65a74c | Active | €1,360,000 | €5,667 | 7.2% | 85 | 71 |
| Alvor · e40a8e | Active | €595,000 | €3,234 | 38.8% | 74 | 70 |
| Alvor · 25f688 | Active | €1,850,000 | €5,457 | 3.2% | 80 | 68 |
| rua Belchior Lopes de Sousa, 9 | Active | €1,385,000 | €4,776 | 9.7% | — | 72 |
| Median comp | €1,372,500 | €5,117 | 3.2% | 80 | 71 |
Short-term vacation rental The property is overpriced at €1,290,000 compared to the fair value estimate of €447,436, resulting in a significant gap of 65.3%. With a gross yield of only 2.6%, the potential cash flow from short-term rentals is limited, making it an unfavorable investment. Long-term rental Given the high listing price and the fair value significantly lower, this property represents a poor opportunity for long-term rental investment. The existing gross yield of 2.6% does not justify the substantial cost, and rental demand may not compensate for the elevated purchase price. Buy-and-hold While Alvor is near tourist hotspots, the property’s valuation indicates it is overpriced and unlikely to generate desirable returns over time. The current fair value suggests that holding onto this asset may not result in capital appreciation given the 65.3% disparity. Not ideal for: Student housing, Luxury market, Value-add renovation Due to its high price point and mediocre condition rating of 75/100, this property is ill-suited for the student housing market or luxury segment. Furthermore, the potential for value-add renovation is limited given the already excessive pricing and fair value misalignment.
Economic Vulnerability The property is at risk due to a relatively low economic stability score of 55/100, indicating potential challenges in the local economy that could affect rental income and property values.
