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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 90 m², energy rating C. Located São Gonçalo de Lagos parish, Lagos municipality, Faro district. This apartment features breathtaking panoramic views of the city, river, sea, and mountains from its bright living room windows, enhancing the overall living experience.
The valuation. The asking price of €408,000 exceeds the fair value of €357,477 by €50,523 or 14.1%, indicating the property is overpriced. Given current market conditions and demand, this valuation may deter potential buyers. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy may struggle due to the €408,000 asking price, which requires significant appreciation to realize a profit upon resale in the competitive Algarve market. Investors should consider renovations to enhance appeal before selling. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated gross yield of 3.6% at approximately €1,224 per month, the property can serve well in the long-term rental market. However, it may not yield desired returns in a heavily tourist-influenced area.
Fair value modelled at €357,477 from 5 comparable sales in the area. Asking €408,000 sits €50,523 (14.1%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €408,000 versus the São Gonçalo de Lagos, Lagos, Faro area baseline of €329,523 (€3,661/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 80/100 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 €329,523, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €357,477 (€3,972/m²), a €50,523 (14.1%) gap versus the €408,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · e552d5 | Subject | €408,000 | €4,533 | — | 78 | 74 |
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · 6c795e | Active | €425,000 | €3,972 | 12.4% | 75 | 74 |
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · 89e737 | Active | €425,000 | €3,972 | 12.4% | 75 | 73 |
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · 86cd4d | Active | €425,000 | €3,972 | 12.4% | 75 | 75 |
| São Gonçalo de Lagos · 43918c | Active | €425,000 | €3,972 | 12.4% | 75 | 70 |
| Median comp | €425,000 | €3,972 | 12.4% | 75 | 74 |
Short-term vacation rental Despite the appealing location in a tourist-heavy region like Algarve, the 14.1% gap from fair value indicates that this property is overpriced for short-term vacation rental potential. With a gross yield of only 3.6%, the investment may not provide satisfactory returns compared to other options in the area. Long-term rental The property’s current pricing at €408,000, which is 14.1% above fair value, suggests it is overpriced for long-term rental purposes. Given the modest gross yield of 3.6%, the rental income may not justify the high entry point. Buy-and-hold As a buy-and-hold investment, this apartment is marked as overpriced with a valuation gap of 14.1% above fair value, which diminishes its attractiveness for long-term wealth accumulation. The yield of 3.6% further implies that holding this property may not yield the expected appreciation in a competitive market. Not ideal for: Student housing, Luxury market, Value-add renovation.
Market Volatility Risk Given an economic stability score of 65/100, the property may face increased susceptibility to market fluctuations that can adversely impact rental income and property value.
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