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3-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 97 m², built in 1979, energy rating E. Located on rua Argentat, 31, Cidade da Maia parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment includes a sunroom with direct access from the kitchen, enhancing the living area with additional natural light and functional space.
The valuation. The asking price of €259,900 sits significantly above fair value at €156,529, representing an overpriced condition with an excess of €103,371 (39.8%). This discrepancy calls for caution in considering the investment.
Fair value modelled at €156,529 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €259,900 sits €103,371 (39.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €259,900 versus the rua Argentat, 31 area baseline of €266,653 (€2,749/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 79/100 (Condition 77 · Materials 81 · Room dimensions 78). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 77/100 (Housing Market 80 · Amenities 75 · Economic 80 · Tenant Quality 75). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Argentat, 31
Area baseline €266,653 + condition +€6,063 + location +€14,666 = modelled fair value of €156,529 (€1,614/m²), a €103,371 (39.8%) gap versus the €259,900 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Argentat, 31 | Subject | €259,900 | €2,679 | — | 77 | 77 |
| travessa Doutor Augusto Martins | Active | €320,000 | €2,623 | 2.1% | 72 | 69 |
| rua Raúl Brandão, 101 | Active | €315,000 | €3,316 | 23.8% | 68 | 71 |
| Moreira · 023a97 | Active | €260,000 | €2,476 | 7.6% | 70 | 69 |
| rua Nova dos Altos | Active | €279,000 | €2,536 | 5.3% | 72 | 74 |
| Median comp | €297,000 | €2,580 | 3.7% | 71 | 70 |
Long-term rental This 3-bed apartment in Cidade da Maia is priced at €259,900, representing a significant 39.8% gap above its fair value of €156,529, suggesting a vulnerable position in the market. Additionally, with a gross yield of 5.3% and a decent condition score of 79/100, investing here could lead to negative cash flow due to the high acquisition cost compared to local rents. Buy-and-hold While Cidade da Maia benefits from proximity to Greater Porto's amenities and diverse employment opportunities, the apartment's price significantly exceeds its fair value, indicating less potential for meaningful appreciation. Holding this asset might be a challenge, as the current cost of €259,900 is overvalued by 39.8%, diminishing the short- to medium-term gains for investors. Family rental The strong tenant quality and overall acceptance of Cidade da Maia as a family-oriented neighbourhood are promising factors; however, the apartment's listing price of €259,900 is considerably over the fair value of €156,529. With such a high gap, potential rental income might not justify the investment, making it less appealing for family rentals compared to more competitively priced options in the area.
Tenant turnover risk The property could face increased vacancy rates due to the tenant stability score of 75, indicating potential challenges in retaining tenants.
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