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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom studio of 35 m², energy rating C. Located Vila Real de Santo António parish, Vila Real de Santo António municipality, Faro district. Remarkable Use of Space: The studio's design incorporates multifunctional areas suitable for both living and working, showcasing a unique blend of comfort and efficiency for urban dwellers. Strategic Positioning: Located just blocks from the city center and key leisure spots, this property offers excellent accessibility for residents and visitors alike.
The valuation. The asking price of €115,000 is significantly above the fair value of €94,827, indicating that the property is overpriced by €20,173, or 17.5%. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy is less viable here, as the anticipated resale value needs substantial appreciation to justify the current premium over fair value. Buy-to-let angle. A buy-to-let approach at a gross yield of 5.5%, with estimated rental income of €527/month, may provide steady cash flow, though its appeal is weakened by the rural location and reliance on tourism for demand.
Fair value modelled at €94,827 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €115,000 sits €20,173 (17.5%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €115,000 versus the Vila Real de Santo António, Vila Real de Santo António, Faro area baseline of €99,925 (€2,855/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 62/100 (Condition 65 · Materials 60 · Room dimensions 61). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 54/100 (Housing Market 60 · Amenities 55 · Economic 45 · Tenant Quality 55). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
Vila Real de Santo António, Vila Real de Santo António, Faro
Area baseline €99,925 + condition -€6,945 + location +€1,603 = modelled fair value of €94,827 (€2,709/m²), a €20,173 (17.5%) gap versus the €115,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vila Real de Santo António · be92e7 | Subject | €115,000 | €3,286 | — | 65 | 54 |
| praça Marquês de Pombal | Active | €280,000 | €3,944 | 20.0% | 65 | 53 |
| Vila Real de Santo António · 6fb7fe | Active | €279,000 | €3,444 | 4.8% | 62 | 50 |
| Vila Real de Santo António · f365f2 | Active | €299,000 | €3,833 | 16.7% | 70 | 55 |
| Vila Real de Santo António · 90d91a | Active | €225,000 | €2,744 | 16.5% | — | 53 |
| Median comp | €279,500 | €3,639 | 10.7% | 65 | 53 |
Long-term rental The 1-bed studio in Vila Real de Santo António is overpriced, with the listing price exceeding its fair value by 17.5%. This could restrict potential rental income, making long-term rental less appealing in a rural area with reliance on the tourism industry. Family rental Given the property's high price point relative to its fair value, it may not attract family tenants seeking affordability in a region with average amenities and lower tenant quality. Investing in family rentals here could result in prolonged vacancy periods due to the competitive rental market. Buy-and-hold With the current market conditions and the studio priced at a 17.5% premium over its fair value, a buy-and-hold strategy could yield disappointing returns over time. The reliance on tourism and a mediocre neighborhood rating further suggests limited appreciation potential for this investment.
Low Economic Resilience The economic stability score of 45/100 indicates a significant risk of economic downturn affecting rental income and property value adversely.
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