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1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment of 52 m², built in 1996, energy rating C. Located Águas Santas parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Features: This apartment includes a laundry room with a new boiler and the possibility to install an additional water heater, enhancing its utility and convenience.
The valuation. The asking price of €235,000 is significantly above the fair value of €176,934, indicating an overpricing of €58,066, or 32.8%. This disparity suggests that potential buyers should approach this property with caution. Buy-to-flip angle. The buy-to-flip strategy may struggle due to the property's overpriced listing, making it challenging to achieve a profitable resale. Investors should consider market trends and the potential for market correction before pursuing this route. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated rental income of €744/month equates to a gross yield of 3.8%, making it a modest income-generating option. However, the rental yield may not justify the high initial investment given the current market conditions.
Fair value modelled at €176,934 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €235,000 sits €58,066 (32.8%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €235,000 versus the Águas Santas, Maia, Porto area baseline of €178,998 (€3,442/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 €178,998, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €176,934 (€3,403/m²), a €58,066 (32.8%) gap versus the €235,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Águas Santas · 53ced5 | Subject | €235,000 | €4,519 | — | 70 | 64 |
| rua António da Costa Viseu | Active | €189,900 | €2,967 | 34.3% | — | 66 |
| rua de Santana | Active | €263,000 | €4,242 | 6.1% | 70 | 72 |
| Ermesinde · 2fc9aa | Active | €229,000 | €3,368 | 25.5% | 72 | 65 |
| rua Pedro Homem de Melo | Active | €230,000 | €2,771 | 38.7% | 65 | 71 |
| Median comp | €229,500 | €3,168 | 29.9% | 70 | 69 |
Long-term rental Despite a gross yield of 3.8%, the apartment is overpriced at €235,000, presenting a significant gap of 32.8% when compared to its fair value of €176,934. Investors seeking long-term rental options may find better value elsewhere, as this property does not align cost-effectively with its market potential. Family rental While the property is located in a suburban area typical of Greater Porto, its current price of €235,000 is excessive compared to the fair value of €176,934. This overpricing limits its appeal for family rentals, where budget-conscious tenants often seek more reasonable rent-to-price ratios. Buy-and-hold The buy-and-hold strategy is undermined by the apartment's overvaluation at €235,000 versus a fair value of €176,934, resulting in a 32.8% premium. With a lower than ideal neighbourhood rating of 64/100, the long-term appreciation potential for this investment seems limited under current conditions.
Economic Dependency Risk: With an economic stability score of 70/100 and a tenant stability score of 60/100, there is a risk that fluctuations in the local economy could significantly affect tenant retention and rental income.
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