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3-bedroom, 3-bathroom house of 176 m². Located São Brás de Alportel parish, São Brás de Alportel municipality, Faro district. This villa boasts a dedicated master suite on the upper floor with a private terrace, offering breathtaking views, while its landscaped gardens include a unique orchard for added charm.
The valuation. The asking price of €875,000 is substantially above the fair value of €335,071, reflecting an overpricing of €539,929 (61.7%). This disparity suggests that potential buyers should approach with caution. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-and-flip strategy is not advisable due to the significant markup over market value, indicating limited profit potential on resale. Without a substantial renovation plan, the exit strategy could lead to financial losses. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated rental income of €1,823/month would yield a gross of 2.5%, which is modest compared to the investment required. Given the location's rural nature and limited demand, this strategy may yield inconsistent returns.
Fair value modelled at €335,071 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €875,000 sits €539,929 (61.7%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €875,000 versus the São Brás de Alportel, São Brás de Alportel, Faro area baseline of €419,056 (€2,381/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 85/100 (Condition 80 · Materials 90 · Room dimensions 85). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 59/100 (Housing Market 60 · Amenities 55 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
São Brás de Alportel, São Brás de Alportel, Faro
Area baseline €419,056 + condition +€22,000 + location +€10,879 = modelled fair value of €335,071 (€1,904/m²), a €539,929 (61.7%) gap versus the €875,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Brás de Alportel · 25f63e | Subject | €875,000 | €4,972 | — | 80 | 59 |
| rua de Santo Antonio | Active | €1,150,000 | €6,497 | 30.7% | 80 | 61 |
| São Brás de Alportel · ba59aa | Active | €895,000 | €3,524 | 29.1% | 85 | 51 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 38b3cc | Active | €1,680,000 | €5,045 | 1.5% | 78 | 74 |
| São Brás de Alportel · 1e64dd | Active | €750,000 | €3,275 | 34.1% | 75 | 64 |
| Median comp | €1,022,500 | €4,285 | 13.8% | 79 | 63 |
Long-term rental The property is not suitable for long-term rental due to its significant markup, being priced 61.7% above fair value, resulting in a gross yield of only 2.5%. Additionally, with an average neighborhood score of 59/100 and limited amenities, tenant demand could be unfavorable. Short-term vacation rental As a vacation rental investment, the property's impressive listing price of €875,000 fails to align with its fair value of €335,071, which discourages potential short-term profitability given the rural location not being a major tourist hotspot. The low gross yield of 2.5% further highlights the risks involved in attempting to attract transient guests in this area. Buy-and-hold Investors considering a buy-and-hold strategy should be cautious, as the property is poised at a staggering 61.7% above its fair value, indicating that it might not provide adequate appreciation potential over the long term. The high price combined with a low neighborhood score of 59/100 suggests that the property may struggle to retain value in an area with limited growth prospects.
Economic Instability Risk The economic stability score of 55/100 suggests a potential for declining property values or rental rates due to weak economic conditions.
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