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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 62 m² on the 1st floor, built in 1990, energy rating C. Located Albufeira e Olhos de Água parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. This apartment features a spacious outdoor area with a garden and swimming pool, offering tranquility and leisure, coupled with a lovely distant sea view.
The valuation. The asking price of €265,000 is slightly above fair value at €252,265, indicating a difference of €12,735 (5.0%). This suggests the property is priced reasonably but does not constitute a bargain.
Fair value modelled at €252,265 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €265,000 sits €12,735 (5.0%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €265,000 versus the Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro area baseline of €201,352 (€3,248/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 79/100 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 €201,352, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €252,265 (€4,069/m²), a €12,735 (5.0%) gap versus the €265,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · a8044e | Subject | €265,000 | €4,274 | — | 80 | 74 |
| rua Vale Mangude, 3 | Active | €279,000 | €3,930 | 8.1% | 78 | 70 |
| urbanização Quinta da Bolota | Active | €320,000 | €4,051 | 5.2% | 75 | 75 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 99f3f5 | Active | €275,000 | €4,167 | 2.5% | 75 | 70 |
| rua dos Mares | Active | €250,000 | €3,731 | 12.7% | 75 | 73 |
| Median comp | €277,000 | €3,991 | 6.6% | 75 | 72 |
Short-term vacation rental The property has a gross yield of 4.6%, which aligns with market expectations for vacation rentals in the Albufeira e Olhos de Água area, benefiting from proximity to the coast. Given the tourism-driven economy, this strategy presents an opportunity for consistent occupancy rates, although the slight gap of 5.0% versus fair value indicates it is priced fairly. Long-term rental With a 79/100 condition rating and the economic reliance on tourism offering resilient rental demand, this 1-bed apartment poses a stable long-term rental opportunity. The fair valuation suggests a reasonable investment, making it a competitive option in the Albufeira market. Family rental The apartment's decent space and neighborhood rating of 74/100 make it suitable for families looking for long-term accommodation near the coast. While the fair valuation shows no immediate price advantage, it remains a reasonable choice for family rentals in a desirable area. Student housing This property is not ideal for student housing due to the neighborhood dynamics and the reliance on tourism, which does not provide a stable tenant base for this demographic. Furthermore, the fair valuation does not support any investment based on student rental returns. Luxury market Engaging in the luxury market with this listing is not advisable given its 79/100 condition rating and the overall valuation being fair, suggesting limited appeal in the high-end buyer segment. The property does not capture the unique qualities typically sought in luxury market investments within Albufeira.
Economic Vulnerability With an economic stability score of 55/100, there is a significant risk that economic downturns could negatively impact rental income and property value, especially given that tenant stability is at 70/100, which indicates potential fluctuations in tenant demand.
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