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3-bedroom, 3-bathroom apartment of 183 m² on the 4th floor, built in 2004, energy rating C. Located on rua Mariano de Carvalho, Arcozelo parish, Vila Nova de Gaia municipality, Porto district. Notable Features: This apartment boasts expansive terraces perfect for outdoor entertaining, complemented by floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the interior with natural light.
The valuation. The asking price of €550,000 sits €74,285 (15.6%) above the fair value of €475,715, indicating that this property is overpriced. Potential investors should take this into account while considering their options. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-and-flip strategy may not yield expected returns, as the property is already priced above its fair value, limiting profit potential upon resale. Focus on market corrections could offer some opportunities. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 3.2%, the estimated rental income of €1,467 per month is moderate but supports a long-term rental strategy, appealing to families in the suburban area near Porto.
Fair value modelled at €475,715 from 4 comparable sales in the area. Asking €550,000 sits €74,285 (15.6%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €550,000 versus the rua Mariano de Carvalho area baseline of €401,685 (€2,195/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 82/100 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 €401,685, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €475,715 (€2,600/m²), a €74,285 (15.6%) gap versus the €550,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua Mariano de Carvalho | Subject | €550,000 | €3,005 | — | 78 | 70 |
| Arcozelo · b329f8 | Active | €324,900 | €2,018 | 32.9% | 74 | 77 |
| Arcozelo · 8751c6 | Active | €335,000 | €2,792 | 7.1% | 74 | 74 |
| alameda Enxomil, 294 | Active | €310,000 | €3,069 | 2.1% | 72 | 77 |
| rua Heróis da Pátria | Active | €325,000 | €2,407 | 19.9% | 74 | 72 |
| Median comp | €324,950 | €2,600 | 13.5% | 74 | 76 |
Long-term rental The 3-bed apartment in Arcozelo is currently overpriced by 15.6%, making it challenging to secure favorable long-term rental yields for investors. With a gross yield of only 3.2%, this property does not present an attractive long-term investment opportunity given its current valuation. Family rental While the 3-bed apartment may appeal to families seeking space, its 15.6% premium over fair value suggests that potential rental returns are diminished. Investing at this price point may limit the ability to attract families who prioritize value, especially in the competitive suburban market near Porto. Buy-and-hold The buy-and-hold strategy for this property appears risky due to its overpriced status compared to the fair value of €475,715. Holding this asset may yield lower than expected returns and could hinder future appreciation due to local market dynamics. Not ideal for Short-term rental, Luxury market, Student housing.
Economic Sensitivity Risk The property is at risk due to a moderate economic stability score of 70/100, which may lead to fluctuations in rental income during economic downturns.
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