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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom studio of 45 m² on the 1st floor, built in 2024, energy rating C. Located on rua de Santa Catarina, Cedofeita, Santo Ildefonso, Sé, Miragaia, São Nicolau e Vitória parish, Porto municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: The property features preserved period ceiling details that enhance its historical character while also benefiting from architect Adriana Floret's contemporary renovation focus. Investment Highlights: Its strategic proximity to key transport links and cultural sites further bolsters its rental potential.
The valuation. The asking price of €430,000 exceeds the fair value of €304,472 by €125,528 or 41.2%, indicating the property is overpriced. This substantial discrepancy suggests that buyers should proceed with caution.
Fair value modelled at €304,472 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €430,000 sits €125,528 (41.2%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €430,000 versus the rua de Santa Catarina area baseline of €282,786 (€6,284/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 85/100 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 €282,786, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €304,472 (€6,766/m²), a €125,528 (41.2%) gap versus the €430,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua de Santa Catarina | Subject | €430,000 | €9,556 | — | 80 | 78 |
| rua do Alferes Malheiro | Active | €299,000 | €7,119 | 25.5% | 78 | 79 |
| escadas das Verdades, 17 | Active | €1,800,000 | €7,200 | 24.7% | 78 | 78 |
| rua de Santos Pousada | Active | €295,000 | €6,413 | 32.9% | 80 | 80 |
| rua de Ceuta, 61 | Active | €510,000 | €10,851 | 13.6% | 80 | 86 |
| Median comp | €404,500 | €7,160 | 25.1% | 79 | 80 |
Long-term rental The 1-bed studio in Cedofeita is overpriced at €430,000 compared to the fair value of €304,472, which puts it 41.2% above a rational investment threshold. With a gross yield of 2.6%, this property may not provide sufficient returns to justify its elevated price. Buy-and-hold Investing in this studio for the long-term is risky considering it’s currently valued at 41.2% over fair market value. The potential appreciation in this neighbourhood does not compensate for the attractive pricing investors might find elsewhere. Family rental Positioned in a neighbourhood that scores 78/100, although suitable for families, the property’s price of €430,000 denotes an entry point that could deter potential renters. The current yield of 2.6% further complicates the attractiveness of this option, given the financial commitment required. Short-term vacation rental This property is not suitable for short-term vacation rental due to its overpriced status, which undermines the viability of generating adequate occupancy and revenue. The significant gap from fair value means that any potential rental earnings may not cover the costs effectively. Student housing With the pricing set at €430,000, this stands as an impractical investment for student housing, as the costs greatly exceed fair market expectations. The limited yield and high initial investment would not justify the return for this target demographic.
Economic Dependence Risk The relatively high economic stability score of 80 suggests a stable environment, but with a tenant stability score of only 75, there is a potential risk of tenant turnover that could impact cash flow and occupancy rates.
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