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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 173 m² on the 4th floor, built in 1997, energy rating C. Located on rua Manuel Batista Barros, Moreira parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy features: The apartment includes a large pantry and an independent laundry room that enhance its functionality for everyday living.
The valuation. The asking price of €360,000 sits significantly above the fair value of €181,577, marking a €178,423 premium (49.6%). Verdict: overpriced. Buy-to-flip angle. With a focus on flipping, a strategic renovation could enhance appeal, potentially yielding a profitable resale. Buy-to-let angle. The rental income strategy projects an estimated gross yield of 4.5%, equating to approximately €1,350 per month, appealing for a buy-and-hold investment.
Fair value modelled at €181,577 from the area baseline, adjusted for condition and location. Asking €360,000 sits €178,423 (49.6%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €360,000 versus the rua Manuel Batista Barros area baseline of €447,378 (€2,586/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 73/100 (Condition 70 · Materials 75 · Room dimensions 75). Below-median condition lowers fair value versus a renovated baseline unit.
Neighbourhood score 70/100 (Housing Market 70 · Amenities 65 · Economic 75 · Tenant Quality 70). Strong amenities and housing-market momentum support a premium to baseline.
rua Manuel Batista Barros
Area baseline €447,378 + condition -€6,758 + location +€13,951 = modelled fair value of €181,577 (€1,050/m²), a €178,423 (49.6%) gap versus the €360,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Manuel Batista Barros | Subject | €360,000 | €2,081 | — | 70 | 70 |
| vereda Maria Lina Alves Maia | Active | €369,000 | €2,929 | 40.7% | 75 | 68 |
| avenida Visconde de Barreiros | Active | €398,000 | €2,472 | 18.8% | 70 | 76 |
| Moreira · b7c081 | Active | €365,000 | €2,808 | 34.9% | 74 | 72 |
| rua de José Maria Pedroto | Active | €330,000 | €2,683 | 28.9% | 75 | 67 |
| Median comp | €367,000 | €2,746 | 31.9% | 75 | 70 |
Long-term rental The 3-bed apartment in Moreira presents a gross yield of 4.5%, which may attract long-term tenants seeking residential stability, although it remains overpriced at €360,000 compared to a fair value of €181,577. Given the suburban setting, the apartment could still appeal to families, albeit at a cost that does not reflect the local market dynamics. Family rental While the suburban location of the property offers a family-oriented environment, the listing price of €360,000 is significantly above the fair value of €181,577, indicating it is overpriced. Families may be drawn to the space and condition, but the financial burden of such a high price could deter potential renters seeking affordability. Buy-and-hold Investing in the Moreira apartment as a buy-and-hold strategy appears challenging, with a significant gap between the listing price of €360,000 and its fair value of €181,577; thus, the property is overpriced. Although potential long-term appreciation could occur, current market conditions suggest that this investment may not yield satisfactory returns for prospective investors concerned with overpricing.
Potential Economic Downturn The economic stability score of 75/100 suggests a moderate risk of economic fluctuations that may impact property values or rental income, particularly considering the tenant stability score of 70/100, indicating potential vulnerabilities in tenant retention and payment reliability.
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