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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 153 m², built in 2008, energy rating C. Located on rua Doctor Manuel Arriaga, Valongo parish, Valongo municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment boasts completely unobstructed mountain views from the west-facing suite, enhancing its appeal in one of Valongo's most desirable locations.
The valuation. The asking price of €285,000 exceeds the fair value of €237,152 by €47,848, representing a 16.8% premium. This indicates the property is overpriced.
Fair value modelled at €237,152 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €285,000 sits €47,848 (16.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €285,000 versus the rua Doctor Manuel Arriaga area baseline of €214,200 (€1,400/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 80/100 (Condition 78 · Materials 81 · Room dimensions 82). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 62/100 (Housing Market 68 · Amenities 55 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Doctor Manuel Arriaga
Area baseline €214,200 + condition +€12,670 + location +€10,282 = modelled fair value of €237,152 (€1,550/m²), a €47,848 (16.8%) gap versus the €285,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Doctor Manuel Arriaga | Subject | €285,000 | €1,863 | — | 78 | 62 |
| avenida Doutor Fernando Melo | Active | €260,000 | €2,114 | 13.5% | 73 | 75 |
| rua Cidade de Trelazé | Active | €275,000 | €2,331 | 25.1% | 75 | 71 |
| rua Eduardo Joaquim Reis Figueira | Active | €285,000 | €1,727 | 7.3% | 72 | 70 |
| Campo e Sobrado · 6d5189 | Active | €299,000 | €1,954 | 4.9% | 74 | 73 |
| Median comp | €280,000 | €2,034 | 9.2% | 74 | 72 |
Long-term rental The property in Valongo is overpriced at €285,000 with a gap of 16.8% above its fair value of €237,152, making it a less attractive option for long-term rental strategies. Additionally, a gross yield of 3.9% does not sufficiently compensate for the inflated purchase price. Buy-and-hold Investing in this Valongo apartment is not advisable as its pricing exceeds fair value by 16.8%, indicating a lack of potential for appreciation. The current yield of 3.9% does not align well with traditional buy-and-hold investment returns given the overall market conditions. Family rental While the property’s condition and size may appeal to families, its overpriced status at €285,000 compared to the fair value of €237,152 creates a significant risk for family rental strategies. The resultant yield of 3.9% falls short of justifying the high investment needed in this suburban location. Not ideal for short-term vacation rental Given the property’s significant overvaluation, it is unlikely to attract holidaymakers seeking budget-friendly options, thus rendering it unsuitable for short-term vacation rental. The lack of competitive pricing against the fair value of €237,152 also diminishes potential profitability in this sector. Not ideal for student housing The property’s excessive price tag of €285,000 makes it less appealing for the student housing market, where affordability is crucial. Furthermore, the average tenant quality and local amenities do not sufficiently support a high rental demand among students in Valongo.
Tenant turnover risk With a tenant stability score of 60/100, there is a significant risk of high tenant turnover, which could lead to increased vacancy rates and associated costs in the future.
