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4-bedroom, 3-bathroom villa of 275 m², energy rating D. Located Santa Bárbara de Nexe parish, Faro municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: The property includes an adjacent rustic plot of 3280 m², providing opportunities for landscaping or further development, and a large roof terrace ideal for outdoor leisure. Investment Potential: Set in a rapidly growing area, it presents an attractive renovation project to enhance future value.
The valuation. The asking price of €795,000 sits just €5,212 (0.7%) below the fair value of €800,212, indicating a fair valuation for the property in the current market. Buy-to-flip angle. The resale strategy focuses on enhancing the property’s appeal, capitalizing on its prime location and potential for short-term vacation rentals, aiming for a profitable quick sale. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 6.7%, the property can generate an estimated rental income of €4,439/month, making it an attractive option for long-term investors in a tourism-driven market.
Fair value modelled at €768,327 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €729,000 sits €39,327 (5.1%) below — the upside to fair value.
Asking €729,000 versus the Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro, Faro area baseline of €565,980 (€2,058/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 76/100 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 €565,980, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €768,327 (€2,794/m²), a €39,327 (5.1%) gap versus the €729,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 3a730c | Subject | €729,000 | €2,651 | — | 71 | 56 |
| estrada de Loulé | Active | €765,000 | €2,772 | 4.6% | 72 | 60 |
| rua de Loule S / N | Active | €850,000 | €2,237 | 15.6% | 70 | 74 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 8317a3 | Active | €850,000 | €2,237 | 15.6% | 75 | 63 |
| Santa Bárbara de Nexe · 33bda8 | Active | €980,000 | €2,816 | 6.2% | 67 | 52 |
| Median comp | €850,000 | €2,505 | 5.5% | 71 | 62 |
Short-term vacation rental The villa's gross yield of 6.7% positions it well for a short-term vacation rental strategy, capitalizing on the robust tourism-driven demand in Santa Bárbara de Nexe. However, with a fair value just slightly above the listing price, the investment does not present a significant opportunity for immediate profit enhancement. Buy-and-hold Holding this property may be reasonable given its fair value status, providing a steady return and stable income amid a growing tourism market. Nevertheless, the 0.7% gap to fair value suggests limited potential for significant appreciation in the short term, which may hinder long-term returns. Value-add renovation While investing in improvements could enhance the property's appeal in a tourist-heavy market, the current valuation indicates that it is priced fairly with minimal room for profit margin from renovations. The acceptable condition rating of 69 and a neighborhood score of 56 further suggest that substantial investment would be needed to achieve a competitive edge in attracting higher-paying vacationers.
Economic and Tenant Instability With both Economic stability and Tenant stability scores at 50/100, there is a heightened risk of fluctuating rental income and potential vacancies, impacting overall investment returns.
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