Quinta in Bensafrim
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Grade Avillabudget

Quinta in Bensafrim

Lagos · Western Algarve ·

€295,000

Asking Price (EUR)

4.2%

True Net Yield (Owner, all-in)

2.9%

True Net Yield (Managed, all-in)

6.5%

True Gross Yield

67%

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: €41,934/yr
Average Daily Rate: €172
-57.0% vs area baselineImage quality 1/10 (-18%), Dated style (-15%), No pool (-12%), Budget finish (-12%)
Payback Period: 6.9 years
5-yr Capital Value: €387,626
10-yr Capital Value: €471,606
Brixfox Score: 78.3 / 100
Comparable Properties: 5
Data Confidence: 62%
Search Radius: 6 km

True Investment Cost

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

€643,532

+118.1% over asking

Asking price€295,000
IMT — Property transfer tax (investment schedule)€11,647
IS — Stamp duty (0.8%)€2,360
Notary (escritura)€1,000
Property registry€250
Legal fees (~1.5%)€4,425
Total acquisition costs€19,682
Renovation (est. €900/m² × 337 m²)
Substantial renovation — full bathrooms + kitchen, rewiring, plumbing, finishes.		€303,300
(€235,900–€370,700)
Furnishing & STR launch (4bd × €2500 base, budget tier)
Furniture, appliances, electronics, linens, AL licence setup, launch photography.		€25,550
All-in investment (incl. renovation & furnishing)€643,532

Gross yield (asking price)

14.2%

True gross yield (all-in)

6.5%

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: 1
Building: 337 m²
Land: 19423 m²
Style: dated
Condition: needs-renovation
Year Built: 1951
Energy Certificate: Not indicated

AL Licence Status Unconfirmed

AL licence status unconfirmed — verify before purchase

Score Breakdown

ROI
25
Visual Appeal
1.4
Ownership Security
13
Location
10.44
Land & Space
12
Rental Demand
8.5
Payback Speed
5
STR Suitability
3

Description

Discover the beauty and charm of this typical Algarve farmhouse, located in the picturesque parish of Bensafrim. This unique property, with a price tag of 295,000, is perfect for those looking to build a charming cottage. With a total area of 19,422 square meters, this farm has plenty of space to enjoy the peace and t

Location

📍 37.1028°N, 8.6731°W

· Lagos, Algarve, Portugal

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Lagos / Western Algarve

Quinta in Bensafrim

Inventory
4 Beds
Bathrooms
1 Baths
Built Area
337 m²
Land Plot
19423 m²
Tenure
Freehold
Yield Curve Status

Grade A investment — short-term rental yields 12.3% 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
+17.9%
Per Year (5yr avg)
Annualized projected property value change based on historical area appreciation rates (5-year average).
Capital Growth
+5.5%
+$82K in 5yr (+28%)
Estimated monthly net income after deducting management fees, operating costs, and taxes.
ROI Nett Rental Income
12.3%
$3,297/mo
Estimated time for the total investment value (equity + accumulated rent) to double.
100% Profit
6 yr
Combined
Number of years to fully recoup the initial purchase price using only net rental income.
Payback
8.1 yr
Rental only

Property details

Year built: 1951
Energy: Not indicated
Condition: needs-renovation

Description

Discover the beauty and charm of this typical Algarve farmhouse, located in the picturesque parish of Bensafrim. This unique property, with a price tag of 295,000, is perfect for those looking to build a charming cottage. With a total area of 19,422 square meters, this farm has plenty of space to enjoy the peace and t

Income Breakdown

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Nightly Rate (ADR)
$249/night
50% ($114)Brixfox estimate($249/night)200% ($458)
Occupancy
85%
10%Brixfox estimate(85%)100%

Short-Term Rental

Yearly income
$39,563
Airbnb data$249/night · 85% occupancy
Rental income
$249/night · 85% occ.
$77,162
Running costs (20%)
Utilities, cleaning, maintenance
-$15,432
Income tax (10%)
Indonesian rental income tax
-$21,605
Property tax
Annual property tax
-$561
Net income
12.3% ROI
$39,563

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$320,652
IMT (transfer tax, investment schedule)$12,660
Imposto de Selo (stamp duty)$2,565
Notary & registration$1,359
Legal / due diligence$4,810
Total acquisition costs$21,393
Renovation (~$978/m²)
Substantial renovation — full bathrooms + kitchen, rewiring, plumbing, finishes.		$329,674
($256,413–$402,935)
Furnishing & STR launch
4bd × $2,717 base + appliances, electronics, outdoor, licence, photography, linens.		$25,598
All-in investment$697,317

Gross yield (asking)

24.1%

True gross yield (all-in)

11.1%

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 Lagos.

$3.1M$2.3M$1.5M$773K$0Yr 0Yr 5Yr 10Yr 15Yr 20Yr 25Yr 30Paid back2x ReturnToday: $295K
Capital appreciation
Property value growing at +4%/yr based on Lagos 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 8: rental income alone has repaid the full purchase price.
2x return
Year 6: total gains (capital + rental) have doubled your initial investment.
Year 5
Capital Value
$359K
+22%
Rental Income
+$193K
Total Position
$552K
+87%
13.4%/yr
Year 10
Capital Value
$437K
+48%
Rental Income
+$417K
Total Position
$854K
+189%
11.2%/yr
Year 20
Capital Value
$646K
+119%
Rental Income
+$978K
Total Position
$1.6M
+451%
8.9%/yr
Year 30
Capital Value
$957K
+224%
Rental Income
+$1.7M
Total Position
$2.7M
+811%
7.6%/yr

Location

Lagos

Western Algarve, Approximate area

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Villa Scorecard

Location
Average
Emerging or secondary location
Rental Yield
Strong
12.3% annual return
Occupancy
Strong
85% average occupancy
Nightly Rate
Strong
$229 per night
Visual Appeal
Weak
1/10 instagrammability
Size & Space
Strong
19423 m² land area
Zoning
Average
STR zoning not confirmed
Tenure
Strong
Freehold ownership

Top Highlights

High rental yield at 12.3% — outperforms most villas in this market
Strong occupancy at 85% — consistent booking demand
Premium nightly rate of $229 — positioned in the top tier

Watch Out

Secondary location — rental demand may be lower than premium areas
Visual appeal is below average — photos may not compete well on Airbnb listings

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

65% occ.
12.7%
$3,395/mo
75% occ.
14.7%
$3,925/mo
85% occ.
16.7%
$4,454/mo
current
95% occ.
18.7%
$4,984/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.