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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 196 m², energy rating C. Located Aveleda parish, Lousada municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment includes a fireplace with heat recovery for efficient heating, and features a functional terrace ideal for outdoor entertaining. Location Benefits: Just 5 minutes from central Lousada, surrounded by essential services.
The valuation. The asking price of €270,000 sits 0.4% above the fair value of €268,890, indicating the property is overpriced. This discrepancy suggests potential challenges in achieving a favorable purchase decision for investors. Buy-to-flip angle. With minor upgrades, this 3-bed apartment could attract a broader market, enhancing its resale value based on comparable sales in the area. The investment would focus on cosmetic renovations to achieve a profitable exit strategy. Buy-to-let angle. The property’s gross yield is currently 0%, implying no rental income is generated. However, as a long-term rental, it can be positioned for family tenants, leveraging its proximity to Porto and urban access for increased demand.
Fair value modelled at €268,890 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €270,000 sits €1,110 (0.4%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €270,000 versus the Aveleda, Lousada, Porto area baseline of €284,396 (€1,451/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 69/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 66 · Room dimensions 72). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 62/100 (Housing Market 65 · Amenities 65 · Economic 60 · Tenant Quality 58). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Aveleda, Lousada, Porto
Area baseline €284,396 + condition -€18,681 + location +€13,171 = modelled fair value of €268,890 (€1,372/m²), a €1,110 (0.4%) gap versus the €270,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aveleda · 6fb8a3 | Subject | €270,000 | €1,378 | — | 70 | 62 |
| rua Edifício Romariz | Active | €195,000 | €1,211 | 12.1% | 72 | 58 |
| Silvares, Pias, Nogueira e Alvarenga · 65a60a | Active | €175,000 | €1,882 | 36.6% | 70 | 65 |
| Silvares, Pias, Nogueira e Alvarenga · 0017ba | Active | €320,000 | €1,495 | 8.5% | 78 | 69 |
| rua da Igreja, 332 | Active | €275,000 | €2,099 | 52.4% | 75 | 64 |
| Median comp | €235,000 | €1,689 | 22.6% | 74 | 65 |
Buy-and-hold This property is priced at €270,000, which is 0.4% above its fair value of €268,890, indicating it is overpriced. The lack of yield at 0% and a condition score of 69 suggest that the long-term appreciation potential may not be sufficient to justify this price. Family rental The apartment's proximity to Porto could attract families looking for urban access, but with a high pricing gap, it remains overpriced at €270,000. Additionally, the neighbourhood ratings of 62/100 may deter potential family renters seeking more amenities and better living conditions. Long-term rental Despite its decent size of 196m², the property is overpriced at €270,000, with a 0% gross yield failing to attract serious long-term rental interest. The combination of a fair condition rating of 69 and a neighbourhood score of 62 raises further concerns about tenant appeal and retention in a competitive market.
Economic Volatility Risk The economic stability score of 60/100 indicates a moderate risk, suggesting potential fluctuations in local economic conditions that could impact property value and rental income. Tenant Turnover Risk With a tenant stability score of 58/100, there is a heightened risk of tenant turnover, which could lead to increased vacancy rates and associated costs.
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