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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 93 m², energy rating D. Located Albufeira e Olhos de Água parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: The property offers a guaranteed income of 5% per year, coupled with the flexibility for exclusive owner usage throughout the year. Location Highlights: Located just 1.4 km from Fisherman's Beach and minutes from key attractions, it provides strong tourist demand.
The valuation. The asking price of €215,000 sits below the fair value of €248,252 by €33,252 (13.4%). This property is currently underpriced, presenting an attractive investment opportunity for discerning buyers.
Fair value modelled at €248,252 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €215,000 sits €33,252 (13.4%) below — the upside to fair value.
Asking €215,000 versus the Albufeira e Olhos de Água, Albufeira, Faro area baseline of €201,320 (€2,165/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 68/100 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 €201,320, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €248,252 (€2,669/m²), a €33,252 (13.4%) gap versus the €215,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 3a6f48 | Subject | €215,000 | €2,312 | — | 70 | 67 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · efdd9c | Active | €159,900 | €2,351 | 1.7% | 69 | 72 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · f10aa7 | Active | €265,000 | €2,598 | 12.4% | 70 | 72 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · 4392ab | Active | €179,500 | €2,720 | 17.6% | 65 | 71 |
| rua Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro, 6 | Active | €185,000 | €2,803 | 21.2% | — | 71 |
| Median comp | €182,250 | €2,659 | 15.0% | 69 | 72 |
Long-term rental The 1-bed apartment in Albufeira offers a competitive gross yield of 5.6%, indicating solid potential for steady cash flow in a service-based economy. With prices currently 13.4% below fair value, this property represents a strong opportunity for long-term rental investors. Short-term vacation rental Given its prime location in the Algarve, this property is well-suited for the short-term vacation rental market, particularly during peak tourist seasons. The 13.4% gap versus fair value suggests the potential for strong returns and increased demand for rental properties in this area. Buy-and-hold Acquiring this 1-bed apartment as a buy-and-hold investment is appealing given its favorable current price and the quality of the location, which is likely to appreciate over time. The fact that it is subvalorizada makes it a strategic choice for investors looking to benefit from long-term market trends. Not ideal for luxury market This property is not positioned to meet the demands of the luxury market, as its condition rating of 68/100 may deter high-end tenants. Investors should focus on its strengths in rental markets rather than luxury expectations. Not ideal for student housing Given the seasonal employment peaks and the property’s characteristics, it is unlikely to draw demand from the student housing sector. The neighbourhood dynamics suggest that a long-term rental strategy is more advantageous than catering to the needs of students.
Economic Vulnerability With an economic stability score of 60/100, there is a risk of adverse market conditions negatively impacting property values and rental demand.
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