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6-bedroom, 2-bathroom country_house of 158 m², built in 1940, energy rating F. Located on autoestrada N108, Penha Longa e Paços de Gaiolo parish, Marco de Canaveses municipality, Porto district. This country house includes its own water supply, ensuring self-sufficiency and adding value in a rural setting. Additionally, the expansive 12,000m² land provides ample space for gardening or outdoor activities.
The valuation. The asking price of €155,000 is above the fair value of €134,299 by €20,701 (15.4%), indicating the property is priced fairly in the current market. However, caution is advised due to its condition. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy might necessitate substantial renovations, focusing on updating the kitchen and bathrooms to improve aesthetics and functionality, aiming to maximize resale value. Buy-to-let angle. With a gross yield of 0%, the current rental market may not be favorable; however, positioning the property as a long-term family rental could attract steady tenants, given the local safety and school quality.
Fair value modelled at €134,299 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €155,000 sits €20,701 (15.4%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €155,000 versus the autoestrada N108 area baseline of €102,086 (€646/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 60/100 is above the parish average, lifting fair value versus a typical-condition unit.
Recent nearby listings price below the wider parish average — a hyper-local discount distinct from the parish baseline.
Base gap of €102,086, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €134,299 (€850/m²), a €20,701 (15.4%) gap versus the €155,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| autoestrada N108 | Subject | €155,000 | €981 | — | 58 | 65 |
| rua da Alagoa, 90 | Active | €110,000 | €150 | 84.7% | 60 | 55 |
| Baião (Santa Leocádia) e Mesquinhata · 28b7bf | Active | €1,050,000 | €1,730 | 76.3% | 70 | 55 |
| rua dos Outeirinhos, 33 | Active | €339,900 | €1,156 | 17.8% | — | 64 |
| Penha Longa e Paços de Gaiolo · 5b8585 | Active | €399,500 | €4,756 | 384.8% | 62 | 70 |
| Median comp | €369,700 | €1,443 | 47.1% | 62 | 60 |
Long-term rental This property in Penha Longa e Paços de Gaiolo currently holds a fair valuation, reflecting its potential as a long-term rental investment with stable demand in the area. However, its 0% gross yield indicates the rental income might not be sufficient to cover expenses or generate profit. Buy-and-hold With a fair market value of €134,299 against a listing price of €155,000, holding this property long-term could align with strategic market trends, although it is currently not positioned for immediate capital gains. The condition and neighborhood ratings suggest that while it may appreciate over time, immediate value-adding strategies would be necessary to enhance overall returns. Family rental As a family rental, this property offers a spacious layout but is priced at a 15.4% premium over its fair value, indicating limited potential for financial return. Given the satisfactory safety and school quality, it can appeal to families seeking stability, but it must be priced competitively to ensure tenant interest. Not ideal for Given its pricing and yield issues, the property is not recommended for short-term vacation rentals, which typically demand higher quality and profitability metrics. It is also unsuitable for the luxury market and student housing, as those sectors require specific attributes that this property does not fulfill.
Potential for Economic Downturn The economic stability score of 60 suggests a potential for adverse changes in the market, which could impact tenant retention given the tenant stability score of 65.
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