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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 125 m², built in 2001, energy rating C. Located Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira parish, Matosinhos municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment offers exclusive access to a beautifully landscaped garden area, providing a serene retreat just steps away from vibrant urban life.
The valuation. The asking price of €490,000 sits €118,189 (24.1%) above the fair value of €371,811, indicating the property is overpriced. A thorough analysis suggests that buyers should approach with caution before proceeding. Buy-to-flip angle. A resale strategy could involve investing in targeted cosmetic upgrades, leveraging the property's decent condition to appeal to buyers looking for modern suburban living. The market conditions may allow for a profitable flip given the right renovations and marketing strategy. Buy-to-let angle. A rental strategy would generate an estimated monthly income of €1,470, resulting in a gross yield of 3.6%. Given the suburban location and family appeal, consistent tenants seeking quality living could provide steady cash flow.
Fair value modelled at €371,811 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €490,000 sits €118,189 (24.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €490,000 versus the Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira, Matosinhos, Porto area baseline of €402,250 (€3,218/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 75). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 68/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 60 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 75). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira, Matosinhos, Porto
Area baseline €402,250 + condition -€977 + location +€25,038 = modelled fair value of €371,811 (€2,974/m²), a €118,189 (24.1%) gap versus the €490,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira · 49b823 | Subject | €490,000 | €3,920 | — | 70 | 68 |
| Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira · 25f725 | Active | €598,000 | €3,497 | 10.8% | 78 | 68 |
| rua Pintor Amadeu Sousa Cardoso, 96 | Active | €850,000 | €4,722 | 20.5% | 73 | 71 |
| Ramalde · ba599e | Active | €415,000 | €2,785 | 28.9% | 75 | 72 |
| Matosinhos e Leça da Palmeira · 6d5293 | Active | €385,000 | €3,532 | 9.9% | 76 | 73 |
| Median comp | €506,500 | €3,515 | 10.3% | 76 | 72 |
Long-term rental The current listing price of €490,000 for the apartment in Matosinhos is 24.1% above its fair value of €371,811, suggesting it is overpriced for a long-term rental investment strategy. With a gross yield of only 3.6%, the potential returns do not justify the high entry cost, limiting appeal to investors seeking value. Family rental Although the neighborhood is safe and well-suited for families, the apartment's listing price of €490,000 is significantly above the fair value of €371,811, marking it as overpriced for family rental purposes. The housing market conditions may not support such a price, making it less attractive for families looking for rental options in a competitive market. Buy-and-hold The apartment's valuation at €490,000, compared to a fair value of €371,811, indicates that it is overpriced for a buy-and-hold investment strategy. While the area has decent infrastructure and services, the limited appreciation potential at this price may hinder profitable long-term investment growth.
Potential Economic Downturn The economic stability score of 65/100 indicates a moderate risk that economic conditions could impact tenant income and demand.
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