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4-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 105 m², energy rating D. Located on rua Ferreira de Castro, Rio de Mouro parish, Sintra municipality, Lisbon district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment includes a cozy living room with a fireplace featuring a heat recuperator, enhancing energy efficiency while providing comfort in cooler seasons.
The valuation. The asking price of €299,500 is notably higher than the fair value of €214,825, representing an overvaluation of €84,675 (28.3%). This indicates the property is overpriced relative to the market. Buy-to-flip angle. A successful resale strategy could be challenging due to the current overvaluation; however, minor renovations may enhance market appeal, potentially allowing for a quick flip to target buyers seeking affordable suburban apartments. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 0%, this property currently lacks rental income potential. Still, given the suburban location and family rental strategies, demand may ultimately create opportunities for future tenants, making it a buy-and-hold contender.
Fair value modelled at €214,825 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €299,500 sits €84,675 (28.3%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €299,500 versus the rua Ferreira de Castro area baseline of €208,005 (€1,981/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 68/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 65 · Room dimensions 70). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 72/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 70 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 70). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Ferreira de Castro
Area baseline €208,005 + condition -€11,484 + location +€18,304 = modelled fair value of €214,825 (€2,046/m²), a €84,675 (28.3%) gap versus the €299,500 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Ferreira de Castro | Subject | €299,500 | €2,852 | — | 70 | 72 |
| rua Ferreira de Castro | Active | €299,500 | €2,908 | 1.9% | 72 | 75 |
| Rio de Mouro · 49b7cf | Active | €299,500 | €3,088 | 8.2% | 70 | 67 |
| Rio de Mouro · cfde0f | Active | €299,500 | €3,088 | 8.2% | 65 | 72 |
| rua Ferreira de Castro, 7 | Active | €299,500 | €2,995 | 5.0% | 62 | 66 |
| Median comp | €299,500 | €3,042 | 6.6% | 68 | 70 |
Long-term rental Given the 28.3% gap between the listing price of €299,500 and the fair value of €214,825, this property is overpriced, making it a less attractive option for long-term rentals. Additionally, with a gross yield of 0%, it fails to provide a viable return on investment in the long run. Family rental While the property is located in a suburban environment with low crime, the above-market listing price of €299,500 limits its appeal as a family rental. Furthermore, the 68/100 condition rating suggests that significant renovations may be required, further diminishing its investment potential. Buy-and-hold The significant overvaluation, with a fair value of €214,825 compared to the listing price of €299,500, indicates that this buy-and-hold strategy is not advisable for this property. Coupled with a gross yield of 0%, the overall financials do not support a sustainable long-term investment in this asset.
Moderate Economic and Tenant Risk The property faces a moderate risk due to economic and tenant stability scores of 70/100, indicating potential vulnerability to economic downturns and tenant turnover.
