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3-bedroom, 4-bathroom house of 200 m², built in 1984, energy rating C. Located Figueiró (Santiago e Santa Cristina) parish, Amarante municipality, Porto district. The property features a converted T1 annex, enhancing the potential for rental income or guest accommodation, alongside a spacious outdoor area perfect for entertaining.
The valuation. The asking price of €495,000 sits €27,452 (5.9%) above the fair value of €467,548, indicating that this property is fairly priced. Buy-to-flip angle. A resale strategy focused on enhancing the property’s appeal with minimal cosmetic upgrades could yield improved returns in a flip scenario given the solid neighborhood foundations. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated rental income of €866/month, this property offers a gross yield of 2.1%, making it a reasonable option for long-term family rentals in the area.
Fair value modelled at €467,548 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €495,000 sits €27,452 (5.9%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €495,000 versus the Figueiró (Santiago e Santa Cristina), Amarante, Porto area baseline of €403,149 (€2,016/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 76/100 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 €403,149, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €467,548 (€2,338/m²), a €27,452 (5.9%) gap versus the €495,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Figueiró (Santiago e Santa Cristina) · 190999 | Subject | €495,000 | €2,475 | — | 75 | 66 |
| Airães · b329c4 | Active | €380,000 | €2,923 | 18.1% | 75 | 63 |
| autoestrada N15, 761B | Active | €295,000 | €2,269 | 8.3% | 75 | 68 |
| Travanca · ade646 | Active | €385,000 | €2,406 | 2.8% | 65 | 60 |
| Figueiró (Santiago e Santa Cristina) · 6fbdd3 | Active | €627,000 | €3,199 | 29.3% | 70 | 58 |
| Median comp | €382,500 | €2,665 | 7.7% | 73 | 62 |
Long-term rental This property offers a gross yield of 2.1%, which is relatively low compared to current market expectations. Given its fair value at €467,548 and fair opinion in the context of the Figueiró area, it may not provide the robust returns typically sought in long-term rental investments. Family rental The property’s condition rated at 76/100 aligns adequately with the requirements of families looking for a comfortable living space. Although the neighbourhood score of 66/100 suggests room for improvement, Figueiró remains a safe option in Northern Portugal, making it a family-oriented choice despite the fair pricing. Buy-and-hold While the buy-and-hold strategy appears enticing due to the potential for future property value appreciation, the current listing at €495,000 places it slightly above its fair market value. The modest yield of 2.1% indicates that investors may not realize significant short-term gains, thereby necessitating a long-term view for this investment. Not ideal for: Student housing, Luxury market, Short-term vacation rental As the property doesn't align with the characteristics required for student housing, nor does it meet the expectations of the luxury market or short-term vacation rentals, alternative investment strategies should be considered. Its fair valuation highlights the limitations present for these segments, where higher yield potential is typically sought.
Economic Downturn Risk The economic stability score of 68 suggests potential vulnerabilities in local market conditions that could affect rental income and occupancy rates.
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