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4-bedroom, 2-bathroom house of 140 m², built in 1998, energy rating D. Located Budens parish, Vila do Bispo municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This villa offers serene countryside views and is conveniently located just minutes from both the EN125 and popular beaches like Praia da Salema and Sagres.
The valuation. The asking price of €550,000 sits €44,803 or 8.9% above the fair value of €505,197, indicating the property is fairly priced. This aligns with current market conditions in a desirable tourist region. Buy-to-flip angle. The buy-to-flip strategy could capitalize on minor renovations, targeting a resale price closer to €600,000, leveraging the coastal appeal of Budens. Potential buyers may be attracted to the region’s popularity. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 0%, alternative rental strategies, such as short-term vacation rentals, should be explored to maximize cash flow potential. Given the location, family rentals may also provide steady income opportunities.
Fair value modelled at €505,197 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €550,000 sits €44,803 (8.9%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €550,000 versus the Budens, Vila do Bispo, Faro area baseline of €468,331 (€3,345/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 65/100 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 €468,331, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €505,197 (€3,609/m²), a €44,803 (8.9%) gap versus the €550,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budens · 096e22 | Subject | €550,000 | €3,929 | — | 62 | 65 |
| Budens · 787f22 | Active | €495,000 | €3,511 | 10.6% | 75 | 64 |
| Budens · efdc35 | Active | €600,000 | €2,791 | 29.0% | 72 | 74 |
| Budens · 8341e4 | Active | €570,000 | €3,958 | 0.8% | 75 | 81 |
| Budens · a79dc5 | Active | €545,000 | €3,707 | 5.6% | 76 | 70 |
| Median comp | €557,500 | €3,609 | 8.1% | 75 | 72 |
Short-term vacation rental Given the fair value of €505,197 against the listing price of €550,000, the property's rental yield of 0% suggests limited potential for short-term vacation rental profitability. The relatively average condition and neighborhood ratings further indicate that this investment may not attract premium vacation renters in a competitive market. Buy-and-hold With a current listing above fair value and no positive yield, investing in this property as a buy-and-hold strategy appears challenging, especially given the average neighborhood quality. Investors may struggle to see appreciable long-term gains due to rising costs and market pressures in the Algarve region. Family rental The potential for family rental income is constrained by the property's neutral condition and surrounding neighborhood ratings, indicating it may not appeal the most to families seeking dependable living environments. Although the property is fairly priced, the lack of yield and average tenant quality could discourage long-term family rental demand.
Tenant turnover risk With a tenant stability score of 60/100, there is a moderate risk of high tenant turnover, which could lead to increased vacancy rates and associated costs for the property.
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