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0-bedroom, 2-bathroom mix_use_building of 119 m², built in 1951, energy rating C. Located on rua do Porto Fundo, Monchique parish, Monchique municipality, Faro district. Unique Feature: Positioned in the heart of Monchique, this property’s commercial space provides immediate rental income, enhancing its investment potential in a vibrant village atmosphere. Historic Charm: Featuring traditional Portuguese architectural elements, the building seamlessly blends rustic aesthetics with modern comforts, attracting high vacation rental ratings.
The valuation. The asking price of €280,000 is significantly above the fair value of €216,509, making it overpriced by €63,491 (22.7%). This disparity raises concerns about the potential for recovery on investment.
Fair value modelled at €216,509 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €280,000 sits €63,491 (22.7%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €280,000 versus the rua do Porto Fundo area baseline of €204,323 (€1,717/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 (Condition 73 · Materials 78 · Room dimensions 75). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 64/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 60 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 70). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua do Porto Fundo
Area baseline €204,323 + condition +€744 + location +€11,442 = modelled fair value of €216,509 (€1,819/m²), a €63,491 (22.7%) gap versus the €280,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua do Porto Fundo | Subject | €280,000 | €2,353 | — | 73 | 64 |
| rua de São Sebastião | Active | €235,000 | €4,123 | 75.2% | 74 | 60 |
| rua do Doutor Samora Gil, 26 | Active | €250,000 | €3,571 | 51.8% | 80 | 63 |
| rua do Doutor Samora Gil, 26 | Active | €250,000 | €3,571 | 51.8% | 80 | 63 |
| herdade Monchique | Active | €180,000 | €2,571 | 9.3% | — | 63 |
| Median comp | €242,500 | €3,571 | 51.8% | 80 | 63 |
Short-term vacation rental This property is not ideal for a short-term vacation rental strategy, given its 22.7% gap to fair value and gross yield of 0%. The pricing at €280,000 is excessive for a market where the property should be valued around €216,509. Long-term rental Investing in a long-term rental strategy may also be challenging as the property is overpriced, with a fair value of €216,509 versus the listing price of €280,000. The modest condition score of 75/100 further complicates achieving positive cash flow in a competitive rental market. Buy-and-hold A buy-and-hold strategy is undermined by the property’s current listing price being 22.7% above its fair value of €216,509. With a gross yield of 0%, this property does not offer a strong investment case for long-term appreciation under the current pricing scenario.
Economic Volatility Risk The economic stability score of 55/100 indicates a moderate risk of economic fluctuations that could impact tenant retention and rental income.
