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4-bedroom, 5-bathroom villa of 343 m², energy rating A+. Located Santa Bárbara de Nexe parish, Faro municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This villa features a stunning design by renowned architect Jutta Hoehn, accentuated by expansive terraces that capture panoramic views of the Algarve coast and countryside.
The valuation. The asking price of €2,050,000 is significantly above the fair value of €657,719, marking a discrepancy of €1,392,281 (67.9%). Verdict: overpriced.
Fair value modelled at €657,719 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €2,050,000 sits €1,392,281 (67.9%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €2,050,000 versus the Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Faro area baseline of €588,931 (€1,717/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 90/100 (Condition 85 · Materials 92 · Room dimensions 92). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 61/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 60 · Economic 55 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Faro
Area baseline €588,931 + condition +€42,875 + location +€25,913 = modelled fair value of €657,719 (€1,918/m²), a €1,392,281 (67.9%) gap versus the €2,050,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · ba5ac4 | Subject | €2,050,000 | €5,977 | — | 85 | 61 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 6fbc2e | Active | €1,950,000 | €4,779 | 20.0% | 85 | 66 |
| estrada do Canal | Active | €3,500,000 | €10,294 | 72.2% | 85 | 62 |
| autoestrada EM520-1, 340 | Active | €2,250,000 | €4,611 | 22.9% | 85 | 72 |
| calçada Portuguesa Nota | Active | €1,385,000 | €4,695 | 21.4% | 84 | 61 |
| Median comp | €2,100,000 | €4,737 | 20.7% | 85 | 64 |
Short-term vacation rental The 4-bed villa in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, priced at €2,050,000, is significantly overpriced with a fair value of only €657,719, representing a 67.9% gap. Given the proximity to the Algarve coast, it may attract tourists; however, the high entry price compromises potential yield, currently sitting at a low 3.2% gross. Long-term rental With a fair value at €657,719 compared to its listing price of €2,050,000, this villa appears overpriced and presents a substantial financial risk for long-term rental investments. The neighborhood rating of 61/100 and limited employment diversification further diminish the appeal for stable long-term tenants, making it a less favorable option. Buy-and-hold Investing in this villa as a buy-and-hold strategy is misguided, considering its current valuation of €2,050,000 against a fair value of €657,719, indicating a significant overvaluation of 67.9%. Although the villa’s condition is rated high at 90/100, the overall market dynamics and yield of 3.2% do not justify the excessive price tag, potentially leading to poor long-term performance.
Economic Vulnerability The economic stability score of 55 indicates a potential for fluctuations in income levels that could impact tenant ability to pay rent, while a tenant stability score of 60 suggests medium risk of turnover affecting consistent cash flow.
