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3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 100 m², energy rating D. Located Cidade da Maia parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. This property includes renovated balconies that offer unobstructed views, enhancing the living experience with ample natural light and outdoor space for relaxation.
The valuation. The asking price of €349,000 exceeds the fair value of €285,299 by €63,701 (22.3%). This property is therefore considered overpriced and may not present a sound investment opportunity.
Fair value modelled at €285,299 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €349,000 sits €63,701 (22.3%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €349,000 versus the Cidade da Maia, Maia, Porto area baseline of €320,283 (€3,203/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 54/100 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 €320,283, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €285,299 (€2,853/m²), a €63,701 (22.3%) gap versus the €349,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cidade da Maia · 831384 | Subject | €349,000 | €3,490 | — | 50 | 75 |
| avenida de Maria Vieira Neves da Cruz | Active | €347,000 | €2,514 | 28.0% | 68 | 75 |
| rua do Doutor David Ramalhão | Active | €300,000 | €3,191 | 8.6% | 55 | 74 |
| Cidade da Maia · 0dcfac | Active | €315,000 | €3,316 | 5.0% | — | 79 |
| Cidade da Maia · 483ccc | Active | €347,000 | €2,514 | 28.0% | 70 | 75 |
| Median comp | €331,000 | €2,853 | 18.3% | 68 | 75 |
Long-term rental This property is overpriced, with a listing price of €349,000 compared to a fair value of €285,299, creating a significant gap of 22.3%. The 4% gross yield suggests that long-term rental income may not sufficiently offset the overvaluation. Family rental While this apartment offers a commendable neighborhood score of 75/100, its current listing price reflects a 22.3% premium over its fair value of €285,299. Aspiring family tenants may find it challenging to justify the excessive price despite the area's safety and amenities. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property as a buy-and-hold strategy is questionable given its overvalued status at €349,000 compared to a fair value of €285,299. With a current gross yield of only 4%, the investment may not deliver the expected returns in the long run, especially in a competitive market. Not ideal for short-term vacation rental The property’s combination of being overpriced and not suitable for short-term vacation rentals makes it less attractive for investors in that segment. The focus on long-term yields, rather than transient guests, further solidifies its unsuitability for this strategy. Not ideal for luxury market Given its high listing price relative to the fair value, this property does not align well with the luxury market, which typically demands premium features and finishes. The overall condition score of 54/100 further indicates that it lacks the desirability typically associated with high-end properties.
Economic Dependence Risk The property may face financial challenges as it relies on a moderately stable economic score of 80/100, potentially impacting tenant demand and rental income.
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