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4-bedroom, 3-bathroom house of 160 m², built in 2008, energy rating C. Located on rua do Vale da Orada, Albufeira e Olhos de Água parish, Albufeira municipality, Faro district. Noteworthy Features: This modern villa boasts a spacious 27 m² uncovered terrace with sea views and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen, enhancing the outdoor entertainment experience.
The valuation. The asking price of €795,000 sits slightly above the fair value of €791,479 by €3,521 (0.4%). Verdict: fair. Buy-to-flip angle. Given the high demand in Albufeira, a resale strategy could leverage the property’s quality and location to achieve profitable short-term gains. Buy-to-let angle. With an estimated gross yield of 3.4%, the rental income strategy focuses on catering to vacationers, tapping into the thriving tourism market for consistent cash flow.
Fair value modelled at €791,479 from 6 comparable sales in the area. Asking €795,000 sits €3,521 (0.4%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €795,000 versus the rua do Vale da Orada area baseline of €659,872 (€4,124/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 79/100 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 €659,872, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €791,479 (€4,947/m²), a €3,521 (0.4%) gap versus the €795,000 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rua do Vale da Orada | Subject | €795,000 | €4,969 | — | 81 | 73 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · efdc44 | Active | €1,190,000 | €4,474 | 10.0% | 74 | 68 |
| Albufeira e Olhos de Água · a803bd | Active | €940,000 | €6,267 | 26.1% | 75 | 71 |
| rua do Bem Parece | Active | €1,200,000 | €4,762 | 4.2% | 80 | 74 |
| estrada das Sesmarias, 6 | Active | €925,000 | €8,259 | 66.2% | 72 | 70 |
| Median comp | €1,065,000 | €5,515 | 11.0% | 75 | 71 |
Short-term vacation rental The property is well-positioned in a tourist-friendly area, ideal for short-term vacation rentals, which can capitalize on seasonal demand. However, with a fair value of €791,479 and a current listing price only slightly above this, the rental yield of 3.4% suggests the investment may not offer significantly high returns at this price point. Long-term rental While the 4-bed house may appeal to families seeking long-term rentals in a low-crime area, the yield of 3.4% indicates that rental income may not align with the high purchase price. With a fair value closely matched to the listing price, long-term rental investors should consider alternative properties that offer better income prospects. Buy-and-hold As a buy-and-hold investment, this property benefits from being in a desirable location with potential appreciation over time due to the ongoing attractiveness of Albufeira. Yet, the 0.4% gap from fair value signals that immediate equity growth may be limited, which complicates the overall investment thesis for long-term holders.
Economic Vulnerability The property carries a risk due to its economic stability score of 65/100, indicating potential exposure to market fluctuations and downturns.
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