Estate in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro
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Grade Avillaluxury

Estate in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro

Faro · Eastern Algarve ·

€2.1M

Asking Price (EUR)

5.5%

True Net Yield (Owner, all-in)

3.8%

True Net Yield (Managed, all-in)

8.5%

True Gross Yield

59%

Occupancy

Projections — conservative (data maturing)

Our Airbnb calendar dataset started 2.1 months ago and is currently at 17% maturity. Yields shown apply a conservative calibration (realised-ADR factor 0.75, occupancy cap 67%) that auto-fades to full fidelity by April 2027.

Projected Gross Revenue: €207,789/yr
Average Daily Rate: €965
+26.0% vs area baselineImage quality 8/10 (+3%), Portuguese-traditional style (+5%), Has pool (0%), Has view (+10%), Luxury finish (+8%)
Payback Period: 12.9 years
5-yr Capital Value: €2.8M
10-yr Capital Value: €3.4M
Brixfox Score: 78 / 100
Comparable Properties: 4
Data Confidence: 66%
Search Radius: 4 km

True Investment Cost

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

€2.4M

+13.7% over asking

Asking price€2.1M
IMT — Property transfer tax (investment schedule)€161,250
IS — Stamp duty (0.8%)€17,200
Notary (escritura)€1,000
Property registry€250
Legal fees (~1.5%)€32,250
Total acquisition costs€211,950
Renovation (est. €55/m² × 390 m²)
Light touch-ups — paint, fixtures, deep clean.		€21,450
(€11,700–€31,200)
Furnishing & STR launch (4bd × €8000 base, luxury tier)
Furniture, appliances, electronics, linens, AL licence setup, launch photography.		€62,150
All-in investment (incl. renovation & furnishing)€2.4M

Gross yield (asking price)

9.7%

True gross yield (all-in)

8.5%

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: 4
Bathrooms: 4
Building: 390 m²
Land: 3864 m²
Style: portuguese-traditional
Condition: good
Year Built: NaN
Energy Certificate: D
Private Pool
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AL Licence Status Unconfirmed

AL licence status unconfirmed — verify before purchase

Design Features

terraced landscapingmultiple balconies/terracestraditional tiled roofprivate swimming pool

Score Breakdown

ROI
19.69
Visual Appeal
13.6
Ownership Security
13
Location
7.8
Land & Space
12
Rental Demand
5.9
Payback Speed
3
STR Suitability
3

Description

This property is much more than a house or a traditional farmhouse — it is a true hidden gem. Gracefully perched on a gentle hill in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, this small mansion enjoys tranquil views stretching all the way to the ocean on the horizon. Originally built before 1968, during the Salazar era, the property has

Location

📍 37.1042°N, 7.9997°W

· Faro, Algarve, Portugal

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Faro / Eastern Algarve

Estate in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, Faro

Inventory
4 Beds
Bathrooms
4 Baths
Built Area
390 m²
Land Plot
3864 m²
Tenure
Freehold
Yield Curve Status

Grade A investment — short-term rental yields 6.5% net return annually.

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The Investment

Brixfox Score78
GradeA
Brixfox Intelligence
78AExcellent
Score Breakdown
ROI & Yield86%
Capital Growth82%
Risk Profile79%
Market Demand78%

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Average annual ROI over 5 years, combining both rental income and property value growth.
Total
+10.3%
Per Year (5yr avg)
Annualized projected property value change based on historical area appreciation rates (5-year average).
Capital Growth
+3.8%
+$404K in 5yr (+19%)
Estimated monthly net income after deducting management fees, operating costs, and taxes.
ROI Nett Rental Income
6.5%
$12,680/mo
Estimated time for the total investment value (equity + accumulated rent) to double.
100% Profit
9 yr
Combined
Number of years to fully recoup the initial purchase price using only net rental income.
Payback
15.4 yr
Rental only

Property details

Year built: NaN
Energy: D
Condition: good

Description

This property is much more than a house or a traditional farmhouse — it is a true hidden gem. Gracefully perched on a gentle hill in Santa Bárbara de Nexe, this small mansion enjoys tranquil views stretching all the way to the ocean on the horizon. Originally built before 1968, during the Salazar era, the property has

Income Breakdown

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Nightly Rate (ADR)
$1,395/night
50% ($642)Brixfox estimate($1,395/night)200% ($2567)
Occupancy
59%
10%Brixfox estimate(59%)100%

Short-Term Rental

Yearly income
$152,158
Airbnb data$1,395/night · 59% occupancy
Rental income
$1,395/night · 59% occ.
$300,477
Running costs (20%)
Utilities, cleaning, maintenance
-$60,095
Income tax (10%)
Indonesian rental income tax
-$84,134
Property tax
Annual property tax
-$4,090
Net income
6.5% ROI
$152,158

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$2,336,957
IMT (transfer tax, investment schedule)$175,272
Imposto de Selo (stamp duty)$18,696
Notary & registration$1,359
Legal / due diligence$35,054
Total acquisition costs$230,380
Renovation (~$60/m²)
Light touch-ups — paint, fixtures, deep clean.		$23,315
($12,717–$33,913)
Furnishing & STR launch
4bd × $8,696 base + appliances, electronics, outdoor, licence, photography, linens.		$65,380
All-in investment$2,656,033

Gross yield (asking)

12.9%

True gross yield (all-in)

11.3%

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.

$15.7M$11.8M$7.8M$3.9M$0Yr 0Yr 5Yr 10Yr 15Yr 20Yr 25Yr 30Paid back2x ReturnToday: $2.1M
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 13: rental income alone has repaid the full purchase price.
2x return
Year 9: total gains (capital + rental) have doubled your initial investment.
Year 5
Capital Value
$2.6M
+22%
Rental Income
+$743K
Total Position
$3.4M
+56%
9.3%/yr
Year 10
Capital Value
$3.2M
+48%
Rental Income
+$1.6M
Total Position
$4.8M
+123%
8.3%/yr
Year 20
Capital Value
$4.7M
+119%
Rental Income
+$3.8M
Total Position
$8.5M
+294%
7.1%/yr
Year 30
Capital Value
$7.0M
+224%
Rental Income
+$6.7M
Total Position
$13.6M
+534%
6.4%/yr

Location

Faro

Eastern Algarve, Approximate area

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Villa Scorecard

Location
Average
Emerging or secondary location
Rental Yield
Good
6.5% annual return
Occupancy
Average
59% average occupancy
Nightly Rate
Strong
$1283 per night
Visual Appeal
Good
7/10 instagrammability
Size & Space
Strong
3864 m² land area
Zoning
Average
STR zoning not confirmed
Tenure
Strong
Freehold ownership

Top Highlights

Premium nightly rate of $1283 — positioned in the top tier
Generous 3864 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 59% — 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

39% occ.
5.8%
$11,246/mo
49% occ.
7.3%
$14,216/mo
59% occ.
8.8%
$17,186/mo
current
69% occ.
10.4%
$20,157/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.