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2-bedroom, 1-bathroom house of 80 m², energy rating E. Located Alvor parish, Portimão municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This property boasts an exclusive first-floor location with total privacy and is just a short stroll to the picturesque Alvor beaches and vibrant local amenities.
The valuation. The asking price of €400,000 is significantly above the fair value of €151,383, indicating it is overpriced by €248,617 (62.2%). This discrepancy suggests that potential buyers may face challenges in justifying this investment. Buy-to-flip angle. The buy-to-flip strategy may struggle due to high acquisition costs, limiting potential profits. A targeted renovation plan could yield a better resale value, but the current asking price may deter immediate buyers. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated gross yield of 3.7% equates to approximately €1,233 per month in rental income, which reflects the current market's modest returns. While attractive as a vacation rental, the high upfront cost could limit immediate cash flow.
Fair value modelled at €139,302 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €400,000 sits €260,698 (65.2%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €400,000 versus the Alvor, Portimão, Faro area baseline of €137,360 (€1,717/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 70/100 (Condition 68 · Materials 75 · Room dimensions 73). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit. Full condition report →
Neighbourhood score 64/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 60 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 65). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline. Full location report →
Alvor, Portimão, Faro
Area baseline €137,360 + condition -€5,750 + location +€7,692 = modelled fair value of €139,302 (€1,741/m²), a €260,698 (65.2%) gap versus the €400,000 asking price.
Short-term vacation rental The 2-bed house in Alvor is currently overpriced at €400,000 while the fair value is only €151,383, indicating a significant gap of 62.2%. With a gross yield of just 3.7%, the property does not align with the yield expectations typical for the thriving vacation rental market in the Algarve. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property for long-term holding is not advisable given its current price point, which suggests it is overpriced relative to its fair value. With a fair value of €151,383, the potential for future appreciation seems limited in comparison to better-priced alternatives in the region. Value-add renovation Although renovations could potentially enhance the property’s value, the current listing price of €400,000 is considerably above its fair value of €151,383. Such a significant overpricing reduces the feasibility of achieving a worthwhile return on investment, even with a strategic renovation approach.
Economic downturn risk With an economic stability score of 55/100, the property may be vulnerable to downturns that could affect rental income and property value.
