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2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 70 m² on the 4th floor, energy rating D. Located on estrada dos Salgados, 41, Guia parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. This top-floor apartment boasts a spacious terrace perfect for outdoor dining, complemented by a valid AL license allowing for rental opportunities in a sought-after location.
The valuation. The asking price of €325,000 is slightly above the fair value of €317,662, indicating a difference of €7,338 or 2.3%. This positions the property as fairly priced in the current market. Buy-to-flip angle. With quality finishes and desired location, a buy-to-flip strategy could capitalize on market demand, aiming for resale at a higher price, potentially exceeding €350,000 given tourist interest. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated rental income of €1,110/month results in a gross yield of 4.1%, making it an attractive option for long-term rental, leveraging the Algarve's tourism-driven economy to maintain occupancy rates.
Fair value modelled at €317,662 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €325,000 sits €7,338 (2.3%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €325,000 versus the estrada dos Salgados, 41 area baseline of €261,501 (€3,736/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 80/100 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 €261,501, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €317,662 (€4,538/m²), a €7,338 (2.3%) gap versus the €325,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| estrada dos Salgados, 41 | Subject | €325,000 | €4,643 | — | 78 | 65 |
| Guia · 653043 | Active | €295,000 | €4,836 | 4.2% | 75 | 73 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · da4606 | Active | €299,000 | €3,987 | 14.1% | 75 | 71 |
| Guia · be9125 | Active | €475,000 | €5,108 | 10.0% | 76 | 72 |
| Guia · 023c56 | Active | €315,000 | €4,200 | 9.5% | 75 | 70 |
| Median comp | €307,000 | €4,518 | 2.7% | 75 | 72 |
Short-term vacation rental The property is situated in a highly sought-after tourist region of Algarve, presenting opportunities for stable short-term rental income with a gross yield of 4.1%. However, given the rent level versus fair market value of €317,662, the property's price at €325,000 indicates it is merely at fair value, limiting potential for return on investment. Long-term rental With a yield of 4.1%, the property can provide consistent cash flow, particularly appealing given the area's economy driven by tourism. Nevertheless, its current listing price aligns closely with fair value, suggesting limited room for rental growth in the long-term rental market. Buy-and-hold This property serves as a reasonable buy-and-hold investment due to its fair positioning within a popular tourist area, potentially appreciating over time as the market evolves. However, considering the valuation at €325,000 is close to its fair value of €317,662, future gains may be limited without significant increases in local property demand.
Economic Concerns The economic stability score of 60/100 indicates potential vulnerabilities in the local market that could affect long-term rental income.
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