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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 65 m², energy rating E. Located Albufeira e Olhos de Água parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment includes a private balcony for outdoor dining, and is part of a well-equipped condominium with amenities such as a tennis court and restaurant.
The valuation. The asking price of €245,000 sits €46,794 (19.1%) above the fair value of €198,206, making this property overpriced. This significant discrepancy suggests potential challenges in recouping the initial investment. Buy-to-flip angle. A short-term vacation rental strategy could be pursued, but with the current asking price considerably higher than fair value, quick profitability risks may arise if demand fluctuates. A keen eye on market trends is essential. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated gross yield of 4.3% (~€878/month), the long-term rental strategy can provide some steady cash flow, although the average condition and quality may impact tenant retention and rental rates in this competitive market.
Fair value modelled at €198,206 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €245,000 sits €46,794 (19.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €245,000 versus the Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro area baseline of €225,940 (€3,476/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 62/100 (Condition 65 · Materials 60 · Room dimensions 65). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 68/100 (Housing Market 80 · Amenities 70 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 55). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro
Area baseline €225,940 + condition -€13,203 + location +€14,199 = modelled fair value of €198,206 (€3,049/m²), a €46,794 (19.1%) gap versus the €245,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 96c648 | Subject | €245,000 | €3,769 | — | 65 | 68 |
| rua da Oura | Active | €210,000 | €3,231 | 14.3% | — | 63 |
| rua Vasco Santana, 110 | Active | €275,000 | €4,044 | 7.3% | 70 | 70 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 4b97f6 | Active | €143,000 | €3,575 | 5.2% | 65 | 71 |
| rua Vasco Santana, 110 | Active | €275,000 | €4,044 | 7.3% | 69 | 70 |
| Median comp | €242,500 | €3,810 | 1.1% | 69 | 70 |
Short-term vacation rental The property in Albufeira shows a significant gap of 19.1% above its fair value, making it a less attractive option for short-term vacation rentals where profit margins are crucial. With a gross yield of only 4.3% and a condition rating of 62/100, its potential returns do not justify the current asking price. Long-term rental Considering the property is overpriced at €245,000 against a fair value of €198,206, it presents challenges for long-term rental investment strategies. The current yield of 4.3% is insufficient to compensate for the premium price, especially given the neighborhood and condition ratings. Buy-and-hold As a buy-and-hold strategy, this property lacks the value proposition needed due to its 19.1% overpricing compared to fair market value. Long-term appreciation is unlikely to cover the initial overvaluation, particularly at a yield of 4.3% and moderate neighborhood ratings.
Economic Vulnerability The property’s Economic stability score of 65/100 indicates a moderate level of economic risk, while the Tenant stability score of 55/100 signals potential challenges in maintaining consistent rental income.
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