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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom house of 50 m², built in 1951, energy rating C. Located Marmelete parish, Monchique municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This house showcases environmentally-friendly construction with rammed earth walls and includes a quaint outdoor space ideal for enjoying the peaceful rural lifestyle in Marmelete.
The valuation. The asking price of €180,000 is €19,339 (10.7%) above the fair value of €160,661. This property is overpriced according to market standards. Buy-to-flip angle. A resale strategy could capitalize on the property’s high-quality finishes and prime tourist location, targeting buyers interested in vacation homes or short-term rentals. Buy-to-let angle. For rental income, the property’s location in the Algarve allows for potential short-term vacation rentals, although the current gross yield is 0% due to high asking price relative to fair value.
Fair value modelled at €160,661 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €180,000 sits €19,339 (10.7%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €180,000 versus the Marmelete, Monchique, Faro area baseline of €78,000 (€1,560/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 76/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 80 · Room dimensions 75). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 68/100 (Housing Market 78 · Amenities 63 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 66). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Marmelete, Monchique, Faro
Area baseline €78,000 + condition +€1,094 + location +€10,717 = modelled fair value of €160,661 (€3,213/m²), a €19,339 (10.7%) gap versus the €180,000 asking price.
Short-term vacation rental Given the seasonal employment nature of the Algarve region, this property presents a limited opportunity for short-term vacation rentals, especially at the current price of €180,000, which is 10.7% above its fair value. The zero percent gross yield reinforces the risk of underperformance in a competitive rental market. Buy-and-hold Holding this property as a long-term investment would not be advisable, given its current listing price significantly exceeds its fair value of €160,661. The lack of rental income and the high purchase price suggest that this strategy may not yield favorable returns over time. Value-add renovation Although renovation could potentially improve the condition rating from 76/100, the current asking price of €180,000 renders the property overpriced, creating a significant financial burden for any necessary upgrades. Investment here assumes considerable risk, as the current gap from fair value diminishes the attractiveness of undertaking renovation efforts.
Economic Volatility Risk The property's moderate Economic stability score of 65/100 suggests potential fluctuations in local market conditions, which could impact rental income and overall investment performance.
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