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4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house of 270 m², energy rating G. Located Alvor parish, Portimão municipality, Faro district. Key Feature: The house boasts an independent entrance to the first floor, allowing flexibility for dual residences or potential local accommodation use, enhancing its investment appeal. Condition Notice: Requires major renovations due to structural damage and extensive vegetation overgrowth.
The valuation. The asking price of €290,000 is significantly above the fair value of €240,714, indicating that the property is overpriced by €49,286 (17.0%). This discrepancy suggests that buyers may need to negotiate aggressively for a reasonable investment. Buy-to-flip angle. With extensive renovations required due to the property's condition (13/100), a buy-to-flip strategy may face challenges. The profitability of a quick resale will heavily depend on transforming the property and the market's response to upgraded features. Buy-to-let angle. The property could generate an estimated rental income of €2,658 per month, translating to a gross yield of 11%. This substantial yield indicates strong potential for long-term rental income in a tourism-driven neighborhood.
Fair value modelled at €240,714 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €290,000 sits €49,286 (17.0%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €290,000 versus the Alvor, Portimão, Faro area baseline of €902,070 (€3,341/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 13/100 (Condition 10 · Materials 15 · Room dimensions 15). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 72/100 (Housing Market 78 · Amenities 70 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 75). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Alvor, Portimão, Faro
Area baseline €902,070 + condition -€263,672 + location +€40,796 = modelled fair value of €240,714 (€892/m²), a €49,286 (17.0%) gap versus the €290,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alvor · 6fbb69 | Subject | €290,000 | €1,074 | — | — | 72 |
| largo da Ribeira, 3 | Active | €260,000 | €1,667 | 55.2% | 25 | 73 |
| Alvor · 65a7b4 | Active | €269,000 | €3,789 | 252.7% | 18 | 76 |
| Portimão · 6d54ac | Active | €485,000 | €3,050 | 184.0% | 55 | 70 |
| Portimão · 4bbf95 | Active | €798,000 | €2,771 | 158.0% | — | 74 |
| Median comp | €377,000 | €2,911 | 171.0% | 25 | 74 |
Short-term vacation rental The property's listing price is significantly above its fair value, rendering it an overpriced investment for short-term vacation rentals given the gross yield of 11%. While the neighborhood's tourism appeal may attract visitors, the high purchase price diminishes potential profit margins. Long-term rental At €290,000, the property is overpriced by 17% compared to its fair value, making it a less attractive option for long-term rental investments. Though the neighborhood rates well for tenant quality, the high initial cost could lead to lower returns over time. Buy-and-hold With an overpriced listing of €290,000 against a fair value of €240,714, this property does not present a compelling buy-and-hold strategy. The high acquisition cost could hinder future appreciation, despite the neighborhood's decent ratings and tourism infrastructure.
Economic Vulnerability With an economic stability score of 65/100, potential fluctuations in the local economy may impact rental income and property value.
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