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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 151 m² on the 1st floor, built in 2003, energy rating C. Located on avenida do Rio, 336, Torno parish, Lousada municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment includes a spacious 100m² outdoor area perfect for entertaining, and features air conditioning for added comfort year-round.
The valuation. The asking price of €249,500 is €8,352 (3.5%) above the fair value of €241,148. This positions the property at a fair valuation, adequately reflecting its quality and appeal. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy could be executed, leveraging the property's good condition and finishes to attract buyers in a suburban market, potentially yielding a renovated resale profit. Buy-to-let angle. The current gross yield of 0% indicates no immediate rental income, but a buy-and-hold strategy could be beneficial, targeting long-term tenants in a family-friendly area with urban amenities.
Fair value modelled at €241,148 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €249,500 sits €8,352 (3.5%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €249,500 versus the avenida do Rio, 336 area baseline of €224,127 (€1,484/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 is above the parish average, lifting fair value versus a typical-condition unit.
Recent nearby listings price above the wider parish average — a hyper-local premium distinct from the parish baseline.
Base gap of €224,127, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €241,148 (€1,597/m²), a €8,352 (3.5%) gap versus the €249,500 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| avenida do Rio, 336 | Subject | €249,500 | €1,652 | — | 70 | 57 |
| Torno · 937600 | Active | €205,000 | €2,228 | 34.9% | 72 | 64 |
| rua 1º de Dezembro, 184 | Active | €199,000 | €1,543 | 6.6% | 70 | 57 |
| Torno · 49b95e | Active | €180,000 | €1,651 | 0.1% | — | 59 |
| rua da Vinha, 430 | Active | €227,000 | €1,000 | 39.5% | 74 | 68 |
| Median comp | €202,000 | €1,597 | 3.3% | 72 | 62 |
Long-term rental The property in Torno offers a stable environment for long-term rental, given the region’s access to urban amenities and low crime rate. However, with a 0% gross yield and a fair value assessment of €241,148, it suggests that rental income potential may not sufficiently justify the investment. Buy-and-hold Investing in this 3-bed apartment as a buy-and-hold strategy makes sense in the context of a suburban area that provides access to urban amenities, making it attractive for future appreciation. Nevertheless, the fair valuation of €249,500, which only slightly exceeds the fair value, indicates limited upside for immediate gains in equity. Family rental This property could serve well for family rentals due to its size and location in a generally safe neighborhood. However, the current valuation aligns closely with its fair market value, suggesting that there may be limited competitive advantages in the family rental market at this price point.
Economic and Tenant Vulnerability The low economic stability score of 55/100 combined with a tenant stability score of 55/100 suggests significant risk for potential vacancies and income fluctuations, impacting long-term investment viability.
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