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5-bedroom, 6-bathroom house of 280 m², built in 1998, energy rating B. Located Macieira da Lixa e Caramos parish, Felgueiras municipality, Porto district. This fully restored 1920s villa features a modern kitchen with Bosch appliances and a spacious terrace designed for outdoor dining and leisure, all overlooking a tranquil saltwater pool.
The valuation. The asking price of €700,000 is below the fair value of €776,210, indicating a positive differential of €76,210 (9.8%). This property represents a timely purchase aligned with its fair market assessment. Buy-to-flip angle. Given the property's high condition rating of 85/100, a buy-to-flip strategy could capitalize on minor cosmetic improvements to secure an attractive resale opportunity. Quick renovations can enhance its appeal in a moderately active market. Buy-to-let angle. With a rental income strategy, the current estimated gross yield of 0% shows the need for further development in rental potential. Long-term family rentals may yield substantial returns given the property's high-end features and neighborhood demographics.
Fair value modelled at €776,210 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €700,000 sits €76,210 (9.8%) below — the upside to fair value.
Asking €700,000 versus the Macieira da Lixa e Caramos, Felgueiras, Porto area baseline of €676,189 (€2,415/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 €676,189, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €776,210 (€2,772/m²), a €76,210 (9.8%) gap versus the €700,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Macieira da Lixa e Caramos · 9d29fd | Subject | €700,000 | €2,500 | — | 82 | 55 |
| Macieira da Lixa e Caramos · 4d418b | Active | €725,000 | €2,580 | 3.2% | 82 | 61 |
| rua da Maçorra de Baixo S / N | Active | €235,000 | €2,026 | 19.0% | 80 | 55 |
| Macieira da Lixa e Caramos · 0dcdef | Active | €3,500,000 | €5,303 | 112.1% | 70 | 60 |
| Freixo de Cima e de Baixo · 7354ce | Active | €550,000 | €3,929 | 57.1% | 80 | 65 |
| Median comp | €637,500 | €3,255 | 30.2% | 80 | 61 |
Long-term rental This property offers a fair market value positioning, with a listing price that reflects a 9.8% gap versus its fair value of €776,210. However, with a gross yield of 0%, it may not provide immediate cash flow benefits for long-term rental investors. Value-add renovation While the property is currently in good condition with a score of 85/100, there may be opportunities for value-add renovation that could enhance its appeal and investment potential. The fair valuation indicates that any improvements would need careful consideration to align with the fair market price. Family rental The property is suitable for families given its size and neighborhood characteristics, despite the neighborhood rating of 55/100 suggesting some limitations. Being fairly priced can attract tenants looking for stable long-term housing, but the appeal may be limited to those not seeking luxurious accommodations.
Economic and Tenant Instability With both economic and tenant stability scores at 55/100, there is a significant risk of fluctuating income and potential vacancies due to an unreliable tenant base and weak local economic conditions.
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