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2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 52 m², built in 1950, energy rating D. Located on rua Faustino dos Reis Sousa, 6, Vila Franca de Xira parish, Vila Franca de Xira municipality, Lisbon district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment benefits from a recently renovated facade and roof, promoting enhanced durability and aesthetic appeal, along with high-quality PVC windows that optimize energy efficiency.
The valuation. The asking price of €225,000 is significantly above the fair value of €109,135, representing an overpricing of €115,865 or 51.5%. This valuation indicates that the property is not a financially sound investment at its current price. Buy-to-flip angle. With the intention to flip, the strategy would involve updating the apartment's features, particularly the moderately dated areas, to potentially raise its resale value significantly above the asking price. Given the current pricing dynamics, this option carries considerable risk given the current overvaluation. Buy-to-let angle. The property’s potential gross yield of 5.3%, equating to an estimated €994 per month, suggests a feasible long-term rental strategy. However, considering the property's condition and neighborhood score of 55/100, rental demand may fluctuate, impacting returns.
Fair value modelled at €109,135 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €225,000 sits €115,865 (51.5%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €225,000 versus the rua Faustino dos Reis Sousa, 6 area baseline of €143,312 (€2,756/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 80/100 (Condition 76 · Materials 82 · Room dimensions 80). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 55/100 (Housing Market 50 · Amenities 60 · Economic 45 · Tenant Quality 60). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Faustino dos Reis Sousa, 6
Area baseline €143,312 + condition +€4,063 + location +€2,060 = modelled fair value of €109,135 (€2,099/m²), a €115,865 (51.5%) gap versus the €225,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Faustino dos Reis Sousa, 6 | Subject | €225,000 | €4,327 | — | 76 | 55 |
| avenida Afonso de Albuquerque | Active | €218,000 | €4,360 | 0.8% | 75 | 60 |
| rua 2 de Abril, 30 | Active | €259,000 | €4,177 | 3.5% | 72 | 52 |
| rua Alves Redol, 61 | Active | €325,000 | €3,495 | 19.2% | 72 | 53 |
| Vila Franca de Xira · 99f4fc | Active | €214,900 | €3,582 | 17.2% | 75 | 47 |
| Median comp | €238,500 | €3,880 | 10.3% | 74 | 53 |
Long-term rental Given the property listing price of €225,000, which is significantly above the fair value of €109,135, the long-term rental strategy poses a risk due to a high price entry point, resulting in a notable gap of 51.5%. While a gross yield of 5.3% may appear attractive, the overpriced nature of the asset diminishes potential long-term appreciation and tenant quality expectations in a regional market. Buy-and-hold The property's current valuation at €225,000, compared to a fair value of €109,135, indicates that it is overpriced, which jeopardizes the buy-and-hold strategy's effectiveness. Long-term holding in a weaker neighborhood with a score of 55/100 raises concerns about future appreciation and liquidity given the demand dynamics in Vila Franca de Xira.
Economic Instability Risk Due to an economic stability score of 45/100, there is a significant risk of market fluctuations affecting property value and rental income.
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