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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 59 m² on the 4th floor, energy rating F. Located on rua José Afonso C, Quarteira parish, Loulé municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: The apartment boasts excellent solar exposure, enhancing natural light throughout the day, and is located in a modern building that is well-maintained for optimal living conditions.
The valuation. The asking price of €350,000 exceeds the fair value of €298,859 by €51,141, indicating the property is overpriced by 17.1%. This suggests potential challenges in achieving favorable returns on investment. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy would rely on renovation improvements to elevate the property’s marketability, though the current profitability appears limited given the high asking price. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated gross yield of 3.4% reflects potential monthly rental income of €992, primarily benefiting from its location in a tourist-driven area, catering to short-term rentals.
Fair value modelled at €298,859 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €350,000 sits €51,141 (17.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €350,000 versus the rua José Afonso C area baseline of €338,804 (€5,742/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 61/100 is below the parish average, reducing fair value versus a typical-condition unit.
Recent nearby listings price below the wider parish average — a hyper-local discount distinct from the parish baseline.
Base gap of €338,804, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €298,859 (€5,065/m²), a €51,141 (17.1%) gap versus the €350,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua José Afonso C | Subject | €350,000 | €5,932 | — | 62 | 63 |
| rua Salgueiro Maia | Active | €350,000 | €3,933 | 33.7% | 66 | 66 |
| rua do Nascente S / N | Active | €385,000 | €6,111 | 3.0% | 70 | 66 |
| Quarteira · dee5f0 | Active | €495,000 | €5,266 | 11.2% | — | 71 |
| avenida Marginal | Active | €229,000 | €4,404 | 25.8% | 68 | 64 |
| Median comp | €367,500 | €4,835 | 18.5% | 68 | 66 |
Short-term vacation rental The property’s gross yield of 3.4% indicates that it may not generate sufficient rental income compared to its price, as it is currently listed at €350,000 while the fair value is €298,859, creating a gap of 17.1%. Given the high listing price and competitive vacation rental market in the Algarve, this investment may struggle to attract seasonal visitors looking for value. Buy-and-hold With the current listing price being 17.1% over fair value, the buy-and-hold strategy appears less appealing for long-term investment returns. The property’s condition and neighborhood ratings of 61/100 and 63/100, respectively, suggest potential challenges in capital appreciation and tenant satisfaction over time. Family rental This property, listed at €350,000, seems overpriced at a 17.1% disparity from the fair value of €298,859, potentially reducing its attractiveness as a family rental option. Additionally, the limited educational infrastructure in the area could further discourage long-term family tenants seeking a supportive community environment.
Economic Vulnerability The economic stability score of 50/100 indicates a significant risk of financial decline in the area, which could impact property values and tenant reliability.
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