Detached house in Caminho do Cerro, Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro
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Grade B+villamid-range

Detached house in Caminho do Cerro, Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro

Faro · Eastern Algarve ·

€1.3M

Asking Price (EUR)

4.6%

True Net Yield (Owner, all-in)

3.2%

True Net Yield (Managed, all-in)

7.1%

True Gross Yield

35%

Occupancy

Projections — conservative (data maturing)

Our Airbnb calendar dataset started 1.7 months ago and is currently at 15% maturity. Yields shown apply a conservative calibration (realised-ADR factor 0.74, occupancy cap 66%) that auto-fades to full fidelity by April 2027.

Projected Gross Revenue: €105,689/yr
Average Daily Rate: €828
+15.0% vs area baselinePortuguese-traditional style (+5%), Has pool (0%), Has view (+10%)
Payback Period: 15.2 years
5-yr Capital Value: €1.7M
10-yr Capital Value: €2.1M
Brixfox Score: 72.4 / 100
Comparable Properties: 13
Data Confidence: 67%
Search Radius: 10 km

True Investment Cost

Portuguese transfer tax (IMT) + stamp duty (IS) + notary + registration + legal + renovation + full furnishing & STR launch setup.

€1.5M

+15.1% over asking

Asking price€1.3M
IMT — Property transfer tax (investment schedule)€97,500
IS — Stamp duty (0.8%)€10,400
Notary (escritura)€1,000
Property registry€250
Legal fees (~1.5%)€19,500
Total acquisition costs€128,650
Renovation (est. €55/m² × 312 m²)
Light touch-ups — paint, fixtures, deep clean.		€17,160
(€9,360–€24,960)
Furnishing & STR launch (6bd × €4500 base, mid-range tier)
Furniture, appliances, electronics, linens, AL licence setup, launch photography.		€50,750
All-in investment (incl. renovation & furnishing)€1.5M

Gross yield (asking price)

8.1%

True gross yield (all-in)

7.1%

Estimates use Portugal's investment IMT schedule (non-permanent residence). Actual notary & legal vary; budget +€500–1,000 for surveyor, due-diligence and bank-mortgage fees if financing. Renovation cost is a heuristic on property condition × m² — verify with a site visit. Furnishing uses finish-level-tiered rates covering beds, living, kitchen, electronics, AL licence, linens & professional photography. Working capital (2-3 months operating buffer) not included.

Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3
Building: 312 m²
Land: 2950 m²
Style: portuguese-traditional
Condition: good
Year Built: 1994
Energy Certificate: D
Private Pool
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AL Licence Status Unconfirmed

AL licence status unconfirmed — verify before purchase

Design Features

traditional tiled roofcovered verandaterraced landscaping

Score Breakdown

ROI
17.9
Visual Appeal
12.2
Ownership Security
13
Location
7.8
Land & Space
12
Rental Demand
3.5
Payback Speed
3
STR Suitability
3

Description

For Sale | 4-Bedroom Villa + 2-Bedroom Guesthouse | Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro Set in a peaceful location with beautiful countryside views, this villa stands out for its privacy, comfort and inviting outdoor areas, perfect for enjoying the Algarve lifestyle. Positioned on a generous plot, the property includes the m

Location

📍 37.1202°N, 7.9601°W

· Faro, Algarve, Portugal

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Faro / Eastern Algarve

Detached house in Caminho do Cerro, Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro

Inventory
6 Beds
Bathrooms
3 Baths
Built Area
312 m²
Land Plot
2950 m²
Tenure
Freehold
Yield Curve Status

Grade B+ investment — short-term rental yields 5.5% net return annually.

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The Investment

Brixfox Score72
GradeB+
Brixfox Intelligence
72B+Strong
Score Breakdown
ROI & Yield79%
Capital Growth76%
Risk Profile73%
Market Demand72%

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Average annual ROI over 5 years, combining both rental income and property value growth.
Total
+9.3%
Per Year (5yr avg)
Annualized projected property value change based on historical area appreciation rates (5-year average).
Capital Growth
+3.8%
+$244K in 5yr (+19%)
Estimated monthly net income after deducting management fees, operating costs, and taxes.
ROI Nett Rental Income
5.5%
$6,488/mo
Estimated time for the total investment value (equity + accumulated rent) to double.
100% Profit
10 yr
Combined
Number of years to fully recoup the initial purchase price using only net rental income.
Payback
18.2 yr
Rental only

Property details

Year built: 1994
Energy: D
Condition: good

Description

For Sale | 4-Bedroom Villa + 2-Bedroom Guesthouse | Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro Set in a peaceful location with beautiful countryside views, this villa stands out for its privacy, comfort and inviting outdoor areas, perfect for enjoying the Algarve lifestyle. Positioned on a generous plot, the property includes the m

Income Breakdown

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Nightly Rate (ADR)
$1,210/night
50% ($557)Brixfox estimate($1,210/night)200% ($2226)
Occupancy
35%
10%Brixfox estimate(35%)100%

Short-Term Rental

Yearly income
$77,852
Airbnb data$1,210/night · 35% occupancy
Rental income
$1,210/night · 35% occ.
$154,472
Running costs (20%)
Utilities, cleaning, maintenance
-$30,894
Income tax (10%)
Indonesian rental income tax
-$43,252
Property tax
Annual property tax
-$2,473
Net income
5.5% ROI
$77,852

Long-Term Rental

No long-term rental data available

Not enough comparable rentals in this area

True all-in investment

What the headline asking price actually costs once mandatory taxes, fees, renovation, and furnishing are added. Yields rebased onto this number — closer to what you'll really earn against what you'll really pay.

Asking price$1,413,043
IMT (transfer tax, investment schedule)$105,978
Imposto de Selo (stamp duty)$11,304
Notary & registration$1,359
Legal / due diligence$21,196
Total acquisition costs$139,837
Renovation (~$60/m²)
Light touch-ups — paint, fixtures, deep clean.		$18,652
($10,174–$27,130)
Furnishing & STR launch
6bd × $4,891 base + appliances, electronics, outdoor, licence, photography, linens.		$52,989
All-in investment$1,624,522

Gross yield (asking)

10.9%

True gross yield (all-in)

9.5%

Estimates use Portugal's standard transfer tax + typical legal/notary defaults. Verify with local counsel before committing — actual fees vary by deal structure.

Growth & Exit Strategy

How your investment grows over time

Freehold — 4%/yr appreciation in Faro.

$8.8M$6.6M$4.4M$2.2M$0Yr 0Yr 5Yr 10Yr 15Yr 20Yr 25Yr 30Paid back2x ReturnToday: $1.3M
Capital appreciation
Property value growing at +4%/yr based on Faro market trends.
Rental income
Cumulative net rental earnings collected over time, growing with annual revenue increases.
Total return
Capital value + rental income. Your actual total position if you sold and kept all rent.
Paid back
Year 15: rental income alone has repaid the full purchase price.
2x return
Year 10: total gains (capital + rental) have doubled your initial investment.
Year 5
Capital Value
$1.6M
+22%
Rental Income
+$380K
Total Position
$2.0M
+51%
8.6%/yr
Year 10
Capital Value
$1.9M
+48%
Rental Income
+$821K
Total Position
$2.7M
+111%
7.8%/yr
Year 20
Capital Value
$2.8M
+119%
Rental Income
+$1.9M
Total Position
$4.8M
+267%
6.7%/yr
Year 30
Capital Value
$4.2M
+224%
Rental Income
+$3.4M
Total Position
$7.6M
+486%
6.1%/yr

Location

Faro

Eastern Algarve, Approximate area

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Villa Scorecard

Location
Average
Emerging or secondary location
Rental Yield
Good
5.5% annual return
Occupancy
Weak
35% average occupancy
Nightly Rate
Strong
$1113 per night
Visual Appeal
Good
6/10 instagrammability
Size & Space
Strong
2950 m² land area
Zoning
Average
STR zoning not confirmed
Tenure
Strong
Freehold ownership

Top Highlights

Premium nightly rate of $1113 — positioned in the top tier
Generous 2950 m² land — room for expansion or amenities
Freehold ownership — maximum long-term security

Watch Out

Secondary location — rental demand may be lower than premium areas
Occupancy at 35% — factor in seasonal gaps

This villa is a strong investment. High rental demand and good returns make it suitable for both active and passive investors.

Risks & What-If

What if occupancy changes?

Owner Managed scenario

30% occ.
6.4%
$7,522/mo
40% occ.
8.6%
$10,098/mo
35% occ.
7.5%
$8,805/mo
current
45% occ.
9.7%
$11,381/mo

Data Sources & Methodology

ROI calculations use verified Brixfox Intelligence rental data from a 12-month trailing window. Opex: 20% owner-managed, 45% fully-managed. Includes 10% Indonesian rental tax (PPh) and annual property tax (PBB). Market factors in Portugal may impact actual yields.