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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house of 137 m², built in 1970, energy rating D. Located on rua Doutor José Luís de Araújo, Rio Tinto parish, Gondomar municipality, Porto district. This property boasts photovoltaic solar panels and a versatile annex, ideal for use as a laundry room or regional kitchen, enhancing both sustainability and functionality.
The valuation. The asking price of €340,000 is significantly higher than the fair value of €192,802, representing a premium of €147,198, or 43.3%. This property is overpriced and does not represent a sound investment. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy could involve cosmetic updates and repairs, targeting a resale to investors or families for a higher price in a recovering market. Short-term renovations may enhance the property’s appeal substantially. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated gross yield of 4.1%, generating approximately €1,162 per month, the buy-to-let strategy may provide steady rental income, despite the property’s current condition and market saturation. Family rentals in this area remain viable due to proximity to Porto.
Fair value modelled at €192,802 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €340,000 sits €147,198 (43.3%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €340,000 versus the rua Doutor José Luís de Araújo area baseline of €350,172 (€2,556/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 68/100 (Condition 72 · Materials 70 · Room dimensions 67). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 70/100 (Housing Market 75 · Amenities 70 · Economic 70 · Tenant Quality 65). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Doutor José Luís de Araújo
Area baseline €350,172 + condition -€14,342 + location +€15,344 = modelled fair value of €192,802 (€1,407/m²), a €147,198 (43.3%) gap versus the €340,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Doutor José Luís de Araújo | Subject | €340,000 | €2,482 | — | 72 | 70 |
| rua dos Vanzeleres | Active | €630,000 | €4,846 | 95.3% | 62 | 82 |
| praça da Corujeira | Active | €315,000 | €4,500 | 81.3% | 75 | 80 |
| travessa Infante Dom Henrique, 54 | Active | €579,800 | €2,543 | 2.5% | 54 | 71 |
| Rio Tinto · 0dcc71 | Active | €369,000 | €3,265 | 31.6% | — | 75 |
| Median comp | €474,400 | €3,883 | 56.4% | 62 | 78 |
Long-term rental The property is overpriced with a fair value significantly lower than the listing price, indicating limited potential for a profitable long-term rental investment. With a gross yield of 4.1%, it may struggle to attract tenants given its higher cost relative to similar offerings in the market. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property as a buy-and-hold strategy is not advisable due to its 43.3% gap versus fair value, signaling a likely decline in price over time. The current condition rating of 68/100 also suggests that maintenance costs could erode investment returns, further complicating long-term capitalization. Family rental While there is some appeal in targeting families within this 3-bed property, the overpriced status compared to fair market value reduces the likelihood of attracting tenants seeking affordable family housing. The neighborhood's rating of 70/100 indicates moderate desirability but may not be enough to offset the high purchase price, limiting rental profit potential.
Tenant turnover risk: With a tenant stability score of 65/100, there is a heightened risk of tenant turnover, which can lead to increased vacancy rates and associated costs for the property owner.
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