16 Harbour Cottages, Carlingford, Carlingford, Co. Louth, A91 XW96
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€369,500 · 5004 Bed · 2 Bath · 120m² · Apartment
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €369,500, we cannot reliably position this property — no comparable closed sales were found within 1.5km. More local transactions are needed before the data can support a market position estimate.
Sources: PPR, SEAI, OPW, planning records.
Bid Model Unavailable
Not enough closed transaction data for this property.
We found 0 comparable transactions within 1.5km over the past 18 months. A minimum of 3 is required to derive a statistically reliable bid strategy. Purchasing a report is not available for this property.
This can happen for properties in lower-turnover areas or very specific property types. Check back as new transactions register on the Property Price Register, or search for a nearby comparable property.
Statistical Confidence · Low
0
Transactions Analysed
Within 1.5km
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Data Freshness
Most recent sale age
±20%
Price Spread
How much prices vary
Low
Confidence Level
Sale prices in this area vary more than usual, so there is some uncertainty in the figures. Bid conservatively and in small increments.
Limited recent transaction volume reduces trend precision. Strategy remains anchored to closed-sale distribution.
PPR closed sales · size & time adjusted · no asking prices used
Methodology
Closed sales time-adjusted to current market · size-weighted where floor area available · no asking prices or agent estimates used.
How adjustments work
- —Older sales inflated to current market level so stale data doesn't skew bands
- —Similar-sized properties weighted more heavily where floor area is known
- —Local price trends factored in when sufficient data exists; no artificial uplift otherwise
- —All figures from registered closed sales only — no asking prices, no agent estimates
Local Market Notes
Property Quality
BER Improvement Opportunity: Upgrading the non-standard BER (SI_666) to a more energy-efficient B2 rating would likely cost €8,000-€12,000, yet could increase the property's value by an estimated €15,000-€20,000, offering a strong return on investment.
Details
- Energy Cost Savings: With a B2 BER, annual energy costs for this 120m² apartment could drop from an estimated €1,800-€2,200 for a poorly rated property to €800-€1,200, resulting in substantial annual savings of €1,000-€1,400.
- Spacious Living: At 120m², this apartment is categorised as 'Large', providing ample living space, which is a significant advantage considering the median 3-bedroom configurations prevalent in properties sold within the 5km radius.
- Hypothesis: The significant size of 120m² coupled with its prime Carlingford location suggests this apartment is an ideal candidate for strategic interior modernisations and a BER upgrade, which, given the strong local market, could unlock substantial equity beyond the initial investment and cater to the high demand for quality, spacious homes in the area.
Amenities
Regional Connectivity: While not on major rail lines, the property benefits from Bus Éireann services like Route 161 connecting Carlingford directly to Dundalk, with Dundalk Clarke Train Station (approx. 25km) providing intercity rail links.
Details
- Vibrant Lifestyle & Education: The village offers a rich lifestyle with renowned restaurants like Ghan House and The Bay Tree Restaurant, abundant outdoor activities at Carlingford Lough and Slieve Foye Forest Park, complemented by Carlingford National School within easy reach for families.
- Village Convenience: Daily needs are met with Centra Carlingford and McKeever's Pharmacy nearby, ensuring excellent walkability within the historic village centre and convenient access to local shops, cafes, and essential services.
- Hypothesis: Carlingford's unique blend of scenic natural beauty, outdoor adventure opportunities, and charming village amenities makes it highly attractive to a niche market of buyers seeking a lifestyle property or holiday home, potentially leading to increased demand and premium values in this specific tourist-driven locale, especially given its walkability and self-contained facilities.
Derived from nearby closed-sale patterns.
Built on verified Irish public data
Property Price Register
625,000+ verified closed sales
SEAI
Building energy ratings & floor area
Office of Public Works
Flood zones, events & study areas
MyPlan.ie
Planning applications nationwide
Common Questions
Bid strategy figures are derived from the Property Price Register — Ireland's official record of closed residential sale prices, verified through stamp duty. Floor area data comes from the SEAI BER register. Flood exposure is cross-referenced against OPW CFRAM flood extent mapping and historical flood events. Planning activity is sourced from national planning application records via MyPlan.ie. No asking prices, no agent estimates, no automated valuations.