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4-bedroom, 3-bathroom house of 280 m², built in 1995, energy rating D. Located on rua dos Carvalhinhos, Freixo de Cima e de Baixo parish, Amarante municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The property includes a versatile outdoor area with a barbecue, perfect for entertaining, and a functional lower floor with a separate entrance ideal for guests or home office use.
The valuation. The asking price of €555,900 is significantly higher than the fair value of €449,422, exceeding it by €106,478 (19.2%). Verdict: overpriced. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy may be challenging given the high asking price, necessitating significant renovations to achieve a profitable resale. Buy-to-let angle. The current property yields 0% in rental income, indicating ongoing maintenance costs without positive cash flow, making it unsuitable for a buy-to-let investment.
Fair value modelled at €449,422 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €555,900 sits €106,478 (19.2%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €555,900 versus the rua dos Carvalhinhos area baseline of €355,600 (€1,270/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 (Condition 74 · Materials 80 · Room dimensions 72). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 64/100 (Housing Market 60 · Amenities 65 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 65). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua dos Carvalhinhos
Area baseline €355,600 + condition +€875 + location +€23,787 = modelled fair value of €449,422 (€1,605/m²), a €106,478 (19.2%) gap versus the €555,900 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua dos Carvalhinhos | Subject | €555,900 | €1,985 | — | 74 | 64 |
| Freixo de Cima e de Baixo · 7354ce | Active | €550,000 | €3,929 | 97.9% | 80 | 65 |
| Vila Cova da Lixa e Borba de Godim · 001888 | Active | €196,000 | €1,903 | 4.2% | 65 | 58 |
| Freixo de Cima e de Baixo · 0017bb | Active | €207,000 | €2,010 | 1.2% | 70 | 45 |
| Mancelos · 6d51c5 | Active | €550,000 | €1,348 | 32.1% | — | 59 |
| Median comp | €378,500 | €1,957 | 1.5% | 70 | 59 |
Long-term rental This property, with a listing price of €555,900, exceeds its fair value by 19.2%, indicating it may not perform well as a long-term rental investment. With a gross yield of 0%, potential investors should approach this property with caution, as the overvaluation can compromise returns. Buy-and-hold The €555,900 listing price is significantly above the fair value of €449,422, making this buy-and-hold strategy less appealing for prospective investors. Given the stagnant gross yield and the overpricing, holding this property for an extended period may not yield the desired appreciation. Family rental With a fair value of €449,422, the listed price of €555,900 suggests that this property is overpriced for family rental purposes. The 0% gross yield combined with the high price point could deter families seeking manageable rental options in a suburban environment.
Economic and Tenant Stability Risk The property has a moderate economic stability score of 65 and a tenant stability score of 65, indicating potential fluctuations in rental income and tenant retention.
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