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3-bedroom, 3-bathroom apartment of 227 m², energy rating A. Located Quarteira parish, Loulé municipality, Faro district. Property Features: The apartment includes access to a padel court within the gated community, enhancing leisure options for residents and offering a unique recreational amenity distinctive to this luxury development.
The valuation. The asking price of €1,665,000 sits significantly above the fair value of €1,130,843, marking a difference of €534,157 (32.1%). This property is thus considered overpriced. Buy-to-flip angle. The resale strategy focuses on capitalizing on the upscale features and desirable location, aiming to flip the apartment at a higher price after minor cosmetic enhancements. Buy-to-let angle. The rental income strategy targets the short-term vacation rental market, estimating gross monthly income of €2,498, translating to a low yield of 1.8%.
Fair value modelled at €1,130,843 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €1,665,000 sits €534,157 (32.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €1,665,000 versus the Quarteira, Loulé, Faro area baseline of €1,056,004 (€4,652/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 89/100 (Condition 85 · Materials 90 · Room dimensions 88). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 61/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 65 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 55). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Quarteira, Loulé, Faro
Area baseline €1,056,004 + condition +€28,375 + location +€46,464 = modelled fair value of €1,130,843 (€4,982/m²), a €534,157 (32.1%) gap versus the €1,665,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Quarteira · d7a492 | Subject | €1,665,000 | €7,335 | — | 85 | 61 |
| Quarteira · ba593d | Active | €1,200,000 | €7,362 | 0.4% | 85 | 63 |
| Quarteira · 4a803d | Active | €695,000 | €6,814 | 7.1% | 78 | 69 |
| urbanização Quinta do Romão | Active | €930,000 | €6,643 | 9.4% | 88 | 64 |
| Quarteira · 82c63d | Active | €850,000 | €5,380 | 26.7% | 85 | 75 |
| Median comp | €890,000 | €6,729 | 8.3% | 85 | 67 |
Short-term vacation rental Given that the property is listed at €1,665,000 while its fair value is only €1,130,843, it is overpriced by 32.1%, making it a less attractive option for short-term rentals despite the Algarve's popular tourist draw. The current yield of 1.8% gross suggests limited profitability in the vacation rental market, which may deter potential investors. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property as a buy-and-hold strategy appears risky, considering it is overpriced by 32.1% relative to its fair value of €1,130,843. The long-term potential for appreciation is hindered by the low 1.8% gross yield and a neighbourhood score of only 61/100, indicating limited growth prospects. Long-term rental While long-term rentals can provide stable income, the current listing price of €1,665,000, which exceeds its fair value by 32.1%, limits the attractiveness of this property for such a strategy. With a modest yield of 1.8% gross and an average neighbourhood quality score of 61/100, potential returns may not justify the initial investment. Not ideal for This property is not suitable for student housing due to its high price and low yield, indicating a mismatch for typical student rental demand. Engaging in the luxury market also seems impractical, as the property fails to meet the quality expectations associated with high-end buyers.
Economic Vulnerability The property's Economic stability score of 55/100 indicates a significant risk of economic downturns impacting tenant demand and rental income stability.
