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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 112 m², built in 2006. Located on rua Catrinas, 126, Rio Tinto parish, Gondomar municipality, Porto district. This property boasts a 50 m² private terrace and direct access to a large garden with a playground, enhancing outdoor living and community engagement.
The valuation. The asking price of €275,000 is significantly above fair value, which sits at €156,626, indicating an overpriced property by €118,374 (43.0%). This premium creates a challenging environment for potential buyers. Buy-to-flip angle. Given the asking price, a buy-to-flip strategy would require significant renovations and market appreciation to achieve a profitable resale, making this approach less viable at the current price point. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated gross yield of 4.6% (~€1,054/month), a buy-to-let strategy could generate stable income, though returns may be limited by the higher purchase price relative to fair value.
Fair value modelled at €156,626 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €275,000 sits €118,374 (43.0%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €275,000 versus the rua Catrinas, 126 area baseline of €286,272 (€2,556/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 71/100 (Condition 73 · Materials 68 · Room dimensions 75). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 62/100 (Housing Market 65 · Amenities 60 · Economic 60 · Tenant Quality 65). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Catrinas, 126
Area baseline €286,272 + condition -€7,700 + location +€7,526 = modelled fair value of €156,626 (€1,398/m²), a €118,374 (43.0%) gap versus the €275,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Catrinas, 126 | Subject | €275,000 | €2,455 | — | 73 | 62 |
| Águas Santas · ba3c47 | Active | €297,500 | €2,479 | 1.0% | 75 | 80 |
| Ermesinde · 001c0a | Active | €320,000 | €2,481 | 1.0% | 70 | 71 |
| Águas Santas · 090212 | Active | €370,000 | €2,500 | 1.8% | 74 | 73 |
| Rio Tinto · 90d7e1 | Active | €369,000 | €3,075 | 25.2% | — | 73 |
| Median comp | €344,500 | €2,491 | 1.4% | 74 | 73 |
Long-term rental The 3-bed apartment in Rio Tinto is priced at €275,000, which represents a 43% gap compared to its fair value of €156,626, indicating it is overpriced. With a gross yield of 4.6% and a neighborhood score of 62/100, the investment's potential return is diminished by its inflated pricing. Family rental The apartment's current asking price of €275,000 far exceeds the fair value of €156,626, resulting in a significant overpricing that may deter family renters. Additionally, while the condition is rated 71/100, the elevated cost undermines the attractiveness of this option in a suburban market. Buy-and-hold Investing in the 3-bed apartment for long-term growth is challenging given its €275,000 listing, which is 43% higher than its fair value of €156,626, rendering it overpriced. The property may appreciate over time, but the current price may inhibit sustainable returns in a suburban environment with limited luxury appeal.
Economic Vulnerability With an economic stability score of 60/100, there is a considerable risk that economic fluctuations may adversely affect occupancy rates and rental income stability.
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