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4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house of 180 m². Located on rua da Fonte Cabreira, 474, Santiago da Guarda parish, Ansião municipality, Leiria district. Noteworthy Features: This property offers extensive outdoor space with potential for personalized leisure areas while retaining traditional charm through its rustic outbuildings and a spacious multifunctional attic.
The valuation. The asking price of €170,000 ( €944/m²) is €15,621 (8.4%) below the fair value of €185,621. Therefore, the property is considered fairly priced. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-and-flip strategy could work with value-add renovations to increase appeal, yet current condition and location may limit the resale potential. Buy-to-let angle. With no gross yield and outdated features, implementing a rental strategy would require significant investment in renovations to attract reliable tenants post-purchase.
Fair value modelled at €185,621 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €170,000 sits €15,621 (8.4%) below — the upside to fair value.
rua da Fonte Cabreira, 474 area median of €122,400 (€680/m²) for a property of this size — the starting reference point before comparable sales are factored in.
6 comparable sales in the area adjust the estimate by +€63,221 versus the parish baseline.
Parish baseline €122,400 +€63,221 comparables adjustment = modelled fair value of €185,621 (€1,031/m²), a €15,621 (8.4%) gap versus the €170,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua da Fonte Cabreira, 474 | Subject | €170,000 | €944 | — | 31 | 53 |
| Chão de Couce · 800473 | Active | €120,000 | €1,101 | 16.6% | 45 | 58 |
| Pombal · a8076d | Active | €630,000 | €3,316 | 251.1% | 60 | 49 |
| Ansião · 5da2f3 | Active | €295,000 | €840 | 11.0% | — | 55 |
| Chão de Couce · 5e636c | Active | €300,000 | €962 | 1.8% | 60 | 46 |
| Median comp | €297,500 | €1,032 | 9.2% | 60 | 52 |
Long-term rental The property in Santiago da Guarda is positioned in a relatively limited market, reflected by a low yield of 0% gross, which suggests challenges in tenant demand. Given the fair valuation, this investment may generate stable but minimal cash flow over the long term, with potential risks related to tenant quality. Buy-and-hold With a fair value of €185,621, this property may exhibit marginal appreciation in the long term, yet the current neighborhood rating of 53/100 indicates that growth will be slow considering the access limitations to urban amenities. Investors should weigh the potential for value appreciation against the static condition of the house, rated at 36/100. Value-add renovation Investing in renovations could improve the property's condition and potentially enhance its appeal within the neighborhood; however, the high cash outlay might not guarantee a return in a market where it is currently fairly priced. Thus, the anticipated renovation benefits must be carefully considered against the fact that the property is already aligned with its fair market valuation and may not yield expected increases in value post-repair. Not ideal for luxury market This property does not meet the expectations or demands of the luxury market, especially given the suburban location and mixed neighborhood qualities. Investors focused on luxury developments should seek opportunities in more urbanized and upscale areas to align with higher-priced offerings. Not ideal for short-term vacation rental The lack of major urban amenities and limited tourism appeal in Santiago da Guarda means that short-term vacation rentals are unlikely to achieve optimal occupancy rates or revenue. The property’s features do not support the demand typically associated with short-term stays in more popular destinations. Not ideal for student housing As the property is situated in a smaller regional town with limited access to higher education institutions, it does not present a viable option for student housing. Investors should consider targeting urban locations with higher student populations for such rental strategies.
Economic vulnerability The low economic stability score of 45 suggests a heightened risk of economic downturns affecting property values and tenant demand in the area.
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