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2-bedroom, 1-bathroom country_house of 222 m². Located São Bartolomeu de Messines parish, Silves municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: The property includes a unique old wood oven and two barns, enhancing its rural charm and potential for agricultural or leisure activities.
The valuation. The asking price of €350,000 is slightly above fair value, with a difference of €1,451 (0.4%). With a fair value of €348,549, this property can be considered fairly priced for the market. Buy-to-flip angle. The buy-to-flip strategy would involve renovating the average finishes to enhance appeal, then reselling at a premium in the luxury market segment, capitalizing on Algarve's tourist-focused demand. Buy-to-let angle. Although the gross yield is currently 0%, the property could generate income through short-term vacation rentals, given its location in a mixed neighborhood with seasonal tourist activity.
Fair value modelled at €348,549 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €350,000 sits €1,451 (0.4%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €350,000 versus the São Bartolomeu de Messines, Silves, Faro area baseline of €288,697 (€1,300/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 55/100 is below the parish average, reducing 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 €288,697, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €348,549 (€1,570/m²), a €1,451 (0.4%) gap versus the €350,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Bartolomeu de Messines · 15e12c | Subject | €350,000 | €1,577 | — | 60 | 70 |
| São Bartolomeu de Messines · 6d559b | Active | €175,000 | €1,733 | 9.9% | 62 | 67 |
| rua José Correia Pires | Active | €110,000 | €873 | 44.6% | — | 70 |
| São Bartolomeu de Messines · 82c78f | Active | €380,000 | €1,407 | 10.7% | 60 | 71 |
| rua de Pedreiras | Active | €260,000 | €867 | 45.0% | 30 | 66 |
| Median comp | €217,500 | €1,140 | 27.7% | 60 | 69 |
Short-term vacation rental The property in São Bartolomeu de Messines presents challenges for short-term vacation rentals due to its fair valuation position. With a gross yield of 0% and moderate condition and neighborhood ratings, it may struggle to attract tourists in a competitive Algarve market. Buy-and-hold As a buy-and-hold investment, this property aligns closely with its fair market value, suggesting limited immediate upside. The mixture of a seasonal economic activity in the Algarve and the property's current conditions indicates that long-term appreciation may be minimal. Luxury market In the luxury market, this property appears fairly assessed; however, its existing condition and neighborhood rating could hinder its appeal to high-end buyers. Given these factors, the property would likely need upgrades to compete effectively in the luxury segment of the Algarve market.
Low Economic Stability Risk The property faces a risk due to the economic stability score of 55/100, indicating potential economic challenges that could affect rental income and property value.
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