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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 87 m², energy rating C. Located on rua São Tomé e Principe, 33, Rio Tinto parish, Gondomar municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment offers an inviting entrance hall and benefits from proximity to quality schools, enhancing its appeal for families seeking educational amenities.
The valuation. The asking price of €249,000 is €144,259 or 57.9% above the fair value of €104,741, indicating that the property is overpriced. This valuation poses risks for potential investors looking for a suitable entry point.
Fair value modelled at €104,741 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €249,000 sits €144,259 (57.9%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €249,000 versus the rua São Tomé e Principe, 33 area baseline of €121,800 (€1,400/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 56/100 (Condition 54 · Materials 58 · Room dimensions 60). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 68/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 65 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 70). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua São Tomé e Principe, 33
Area baseline €121,800 + condition -€25,828 + location +€8,770 = modelled fair value of €104,741 (€1,204/m²), a €144,259 (57.9%) gap versus the €249,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua São Tomé e Principe, 33 | Subject | €249,000 | €2,862 | — | 54 | 68 |
| rua São Francisco Xavier | Active | €274,500 | €2,665 | 6.9% | 60 | 75 |
| parque Nascente | Active | €235,000 | €3,133 | 9.5% | — | 75 |
| rua Doctor Severiano | Active | €280,000 | €2,545 | 11.1% | 70 | 73 |
| avenida de Fernão de Magalhães | Active | €365,000 | €3,147 | 9.9% | — | 76 |
| Median comp | €277,250 | €2,899 | 1.3% | 65 | 75 |
Long-term rental The 3-bed apartment in Rio Tinto, with a fair value of €104,741, is currently listed at €249,000, indicating a significant overpricing of 57.9%. Despite a modest gross yield of 3.9%, the high acquisition cost limits potential for positive cash flow in a long-term rental strategy. Buy-and-hold With the property priced well above its fair value, the buy-and-hold strategy becomes less appealing, yielding a return of only 3.9% gross. The economic indicators suggest that appreciation in this predominantly suburban neighborhood may be slow, further complicating long-term investment returns. Family rental Although the area's decent amenities and low crime ratings could cater to families, the significant gap between the listing price and fair value at 57.9% leads to suboptimal investment potential. The current price point could deter potential tenants who are seeking affordable family housing options.
Economic Volatility Risk The economic stability score of 65/100 suggests that fluctuations in the local economy could adversely affect rental income and property value.
