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2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment of 112 m² on the 6th floor, energy rating C. Located Cidade da Maia parish, Maia municipality, Porto district. Noteworthy Feature: This apartment includes a hydromassage bathtub and a convenient garage space, enhancing both relaxation and practicality in urban living.
The valuation. The asking price of €342,500 sits significantly above the fair value of €262,500, indicating an overvaluation of €80,000 (30.5%). This pricing discrepancy suggests a lack of alignment with market rates. Buy-to-flip angle. A buy-to-flip strategy would require acquiring the apartment at the fair value price, focusing on aesthetic improvements to appeal to buyers and subsequently aiming for a resale that leverages the upscale finishes and location. Buy-to-let angle. The estimated rental income of €1,085 per month at a gross yield of 3.8% indicates a steady return for a buy-to-let investment, catering to families in the suburban Porto metro area.
Fair value modelled at €262,500 from 5 comparable sales in the area. Asking €342,500 sits €80,000 (30.5%) above — overpriced versus fair value.
Asking €342,500 versus the Cidade da Maia, Maia, Porto area baseline of €258,579 (€2,309/m²) for a median-condition unit of this size — the gap before quality adjustments.
AI Condition Index 75/100 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 €258,579, adjusted for condition and micro-location, gives a modelled fair value of €262,500 (€2,344/m²), a €80,000 (30.5%) gap versus the €342,500 asking price.
| Reference | Status | Price | €/m² | vs subject | Condition | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cidade da Maia · e554f2 | Subject | €342,500 | €3,058 | — | 70 | 71 |
| rua Doutor Augusto Martins S / N | Active | €345,000 | €2,738 | 10.5% | 75 | 73 |
| Custóias, Leça do Balio e Guifões · e83427 | Active | €335,000 | €3,941 | 28.9% | 70 | 78 |
| Cidade da Maia · 65a789 | Active | €375,000 | €2,344 | 23.4% | 73 | 76 |
| rua Santa | Active | €350,000 | €2,134 | 30.2% | 74 | 77 |
| Median comp | €347,500 | €2,541 | 16.9% | 74 | 77 |
Long-term rental The property at €342,500 does not present a compelling long-term rental opportunity, as it is priced 30.5% above its fair value of €262,500. With a gross yield of only 3.8%, the investment may not generate attractive returns in the current market conditions. Buy-and-hold Investing in this property for a buy-and-hold strategy seems unwise due to its significant overvaluation, reflected in a fair value gap of 30.5%. The combination of a modest gross yield of 3.8% and overpriced listing makes it hard to justify a long-term hold. Family rental While the property could serve as a family rental, its current pricing at €342,500 appears excessive when fair value is assessed at €262,500. The 3.8% gross yield is not promising enough for families seeking reasonable rental options in the area, indicating a challenging investment path.
Tenant turnover risk High tenant turnover may result from a tenant stability score of 70/100, potentially affecting consistent rental income.
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