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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 82 m², built in 1987, energy rating C. Located on avenida São Lourenço da Barrosa, 205, Portimão parish, Portimão municipality, Faro district. This property offers a stunning uninterrupted sea view and direct access to a pool, enhancing the coastal lifestyle experience exclusive to its residents.
The valuation. The asking price of €325,000 sits significantly above the fair value of €162,537, suggesting the property is overpriced by €162,463 (50.0%). Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy could capitalize on the high-end finishes and property condition, targeting buyers seeking upscale investment opportunities in Algarve's tourist market. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated rental income of €1,138/month, the property could yield 4.2%, making it an appealing option for long-term rental in this popular area.
Fair value modelled at €162,537 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €325,000 sits €162,463 (50.0%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €325,000 versus the avenida São Lourenço da Barrosa, 205 area baseline of €264,532 (€3,226/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 82/100 (Condition 78 · Materials 85 · Room dimensions 80). Above-median finish quality lifts fair value versus a baseline unit needing CapEx.
Neighbourhood score 72/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 75 · Economic 65 · Tenant Quality 75). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
avenida São Lourenço da Barrosa, 205
Area baseline €264,532 + condition +€9,353 + location +€12,390 = modelled fair value of €162,537 (€1,982/m²), a €162,463 (50.0%) gap versus the €325,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| avenida São Lourenço da Barrosa, 205 | Subject | €325,000 | €3,963 | — | 78 | 72 |
| avenida Tomás Cabreira, 34 | Active | €599,000 | €6,730 | 69.8% | 79 | 75 |
| avenida Tomás Cabreira, 34 | Active | €599,000 | €6,730 | 69.8% | 75 | 74 |
| Portimão · dee648 | Active | €350,000 | €3,684 | 7.0% | 75 | 76 |
| rua da Raminha, 25 | Active | €308,000 | €3,385 | 14.6% | 75 | 74 |
| Median comp | €474,500 | €5,207 | 31.4% | 75 | 75 |
Short-term vacation rental This property is overpriced by 50% compared to its fair value, which limits the potential for achieving competitive rental yields in the popular Algarve tourist market. The gross yield of 4.2% does not justify the high price point in light of seasonal economic instability affecting demand. Long-term rental The high asking price of €325,000 makes this property a less viable option for long-term rental investments, particularly given the fair value assessment of €162,537. With economic stability influenced by seasonal employment, this price does not align with potential market returns for tenant quality and demand. Buy-and-hold At €325,000, the property’s valuation significantly exceeds its fair value, resulting in a disconnect that diminishes its attractiveness for a buy-and-hold strategy. Investors may face challenges in achieving anticipated returns, especially given the property's 4.2% gross yield and the broader economic challenges in the Algarve region.
Economic Vulnerability The economic stability score of 65/100 indicates a moderate risk of economic downturns that could impact tenant demand and rental income.
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