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3-bedroom, 3-bathroom country_house of 113 m², energy rating D. Located Sande e São Lourenço do Douro parish, Marco de Canaveses municipality, Porto district. Key Features: The property includes a beautifully restored old granite water mill transformed into a lounge with a fireplace, offering a unique space for relaxation and entertainment. Outdoor Space: Set on 5,700 m² of land, with thoughtful landscaping and direct access to a scenic stream. Location Benefit: Just 5 minutes from the Douro River and within easy reach of Porto. Ambiance: Peaceful setting with excellent sun exposure, creating a perfect retreat for nature lovers.
The valuation. The asking price of €500,000 is significantly above the fair value of €228,500, making it overpriced by €271,500 (118.8%). Investors should approach with caution due to this disparity. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-and-flip strategy is not advisable given the asking price and fair value gap. The potential resale price likely won't yield the necessary profit margin needed for a successful flip. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 0%, the property does not support a viable rental income strategy. Long-term rental prospects are undermined by the significant asking price compared to fair market value.
Fair value modelled at €228,500 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €500,000 sits €271,500 (118.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €500,000 versus the Sande e São Lourenço do Douro, Marco de Canaveses, Porto area baseline of €159,228 (€1,409/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 €159,228, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €228,500 (€2,022/m²), a €271,500 (118.8%) gap versus the €500,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sande e São Lourenço do Douro · 57fca4 | Subject | €500,000 | €4,425 | — | 75 | 66 |
| Sande e São Lourenço do Douro · 874f44 | Active | €455,000 | €2,473 | 44.1% | 75 | 62 |
| rua de São Lourenço | Active | €880,000 | €3,667 | 17.1% | 78 | 59 |
| Sande e São Lourenço do Douro · 83187b | Active | €220,000 | €1,571 | 64.5% | 55 | 60 |
| rua Doutor Miranda da Rocha, 741 | Active | €290,000 | €1,450 | 67.2% | — | 53 |
| Median comp | €372,500 | €2,022 | 54.3% | 75 | 60 |
Long-term rental The property in Sande e São Lourenço do Douro, priced at €500,000, is substantially overpriced compared to the fair value of €228,500, resulting in a 118.8% gap. With a gross yield of 0%, this long-term rental strategy is not viable due to the significant overvaluation and the need for better economic conditions in the neighborhood. Family rental Given the family's focus on suburban safety and proximity to Porto, the property is appealing for family rental; however, its price of €500,000 far exceeds the fair value of €228,500 by 118.8%. Consequently, the lack of competitive yield at 0% indicates that this is not a financially sound family rental option at the current asking price. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property as a buy-and-hold seems unfavorable due to the significant overpricing, with a valuation gap of 118.8% compared to the fair value of €228,500. Additionally, the low yield of 0% suggests that holding onto the asset will not generate meaningful returns over time, making it an unattractive long-term investment choice.
Economic Impact Risk The economic stability score of 60/100 suggests potential fluctuations in local economic conditions that could affect property value and tenant demand.
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