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4-bedroom, 0-bathroom villa of 349 m², built in 2024. Located Santa Bárbara de Nexe parish, Faro municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: The villa's design includes a lift for easy access across four levels and extensive use of glass for maximizing panoramic coastal views.
The valuation. The asking price of €2,280,000 is significantly above the fair value of €1,843,641, reflecting a discrepancy of €436,359 (23.7%). Verdict: overpriced. Buy-to-flip angle. Given the property's high-quality materials and condition, a resale strategy could be effective; however, the current pricing may limit profit margins and attract fewer buyers. Buy-to-let angle. A long-term rental strategy faces challenges due to the 0% gross yield and the reliance on tourism, which could impact rental demand and income stability.
Fair value modelled at €1,843,641 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €2,280,000 sits €436,359 (23.7%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €2,280,000 versus the Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Faro area baseline of €1,522,565 (€4,363/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 86/100 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 €1,522,565, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €1,843,641 (€5,283/m²), a €436,359 (23.7%) gap versus the €2,280,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 622a83 | Subject | €2,280,000 | €6,533 | — | 88 | 60 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 9116b5 | Active | €1,499,000 | €8,517 | 30.4% | 82 | 63 |
| São Brás de Alportel · 25f63e | Active | €875,000 | €4,972 | 23.9% | 80 | 59 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 4b99cc | Active | €995,000 | €5,293 | 19.0% | 75 | 69 |
| rua de Santo Antonio | Active | €1,150,000 | €6,497 | 0.5% | 80 | 61 |
| Median comp | €1,072,500 | €5,895 | 9.8% | 80 | 62 |
Long-term rental The 4-bed villa presents a significant gap of 23.7% above its fair value, making it an unfavorable choice for long-term rental investment. With a yield of 0% gross and a neighborhood rating of only 60/100, the financial return does not justify the premium price. Short-term vacation rental Acquiring this villa for short-term vacation rental is ill-advised due to its overpriced listing, which stands at €2,280,000 against a fair value of €1,843,641. The reliance on tourism in the Algarve region adds uncertainty, especially with a weak neighborhood score impacting potential occupancy rates. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property as a buy-and-hold strategy is questionable given its clear overpricing, with a 23.7% markup over fair value. The combination of stagnant yields and neighborhood quality implies that long-term appreciation prospects may be compromised, reducing the appeal of this strategy.
Economic Vulnerability With an economic stability score of 55, the property may face challenges due to a weak local economy, potentially impacting tenant retention and rental income. Tenant Uncertainty A tenant stability score of 60 indicates a moderate risk of tenant turnover, which could lead to vacancies and decreased cash flow.
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