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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom house of 83 m², energy rating C. Located on estrada das Sesmarias, 1, Albufeira e Olhos de Água parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This duplex offers a spacious common room with a striking double-height ceiling and is located within the amenities-rich Ponta Grande Resort, adding to its investment potential.
The valuation. The asking price of €349,000 exceeds the fair value of €266,002 by €82,998 (23.8%). This property is overpriced and may pose challenges for prospective buyers.
Fair value modelled at €266,002 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €349,000 sits €82,998 (23.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €349,000 versus the estrada das Sesmarias, 1 area baseline of €251,822 (€3,034/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 70/100 (Condition 65 · Materials 75 · Room dimensions 76). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 70/100 (Housing Market 80 · Amenities 80 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 50). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
estrada das Sesmarias, 1
Area baseline €251,822 + condition -€5,966 + location +€20,146 = modelled fair value of €266,002 (€3,205/m²), a €82,998 (23.8%) gap versus the €349,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| estrada das Sesmarias, 1 | Subject | €349,000 | €4,205 | — | 65 | 70 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 96c6cd | Active | €880,000 | €4,632 | 10.1% | 73 | 70 |
| rua Sir Cliff Richard | Active | €1,450,000 | €7,592 | 80.5% | 65 | 78 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 1e66a5 | Active | €385,000 | €5,000 | 18.9% | 75 | 70 |
| Guia · 735628 | Active | €475,000 | €5,108 | 21.5% | 80 | 73 |
| Median comp | €677,500 | €5,054 | 20.2% | 74 | 72 |
Short-term vacation rental The 2-bed house in Albufeira e Olhos de Água is overpriced, with a market listing of €349,000 compared to a fair value of €266,002, reflecting a 23.8% premium. Despite its potential to attract tourists, the 4% gross yield does not justify the elevated asking price in a market driven by seasonal tourist fluctuations. Long-term rental With a fair value significantly lower than the listing price, this property at €349,000 falls short as a long-term rental investment, presenting a 23.8% gap. The current yield of 4% does not compensate for the high acquisition cost, leaving limited room for return on investment. Buy-and-hold Investing in this 2-bed house as a buy-and-hold strategy seems imprudent given its overpriced status at €349,000 with a fair value of only €266,002. While the neighborhood attracts tourists, the overpriced listing and limited yield diminish the potential for favorable long-term appreciation. Not ideal for luxury market The property does not meet the expectations of the luxury market, as its pricing and condition score of 70/100 suggest a lack of premium features. Buyers looking for high-end investments are likely to overlook this property due to its overpriced nature and limited appeal. Not ideal for student housing Given the asking price of €349,000, this property is also unsuitable for student housing investments, where affordability is key. The 70/100 condition score and the overpriced status do not align with the needs of students, who typically seek lower rental rates and adequate living conditions.
Inconsistent tenant turnover risk: With a tenant stability score of only 50/100, there is a significant risk of high turnover, potentially leading to increased vacancy rates and associated costs.
