25 Macregol Cuirt, Birr, Birr, Co. Offaly, R42 NY26
4 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€135,000 · 1 Bed · 1 Bath · 120m² · Apartment
Market Position
Below Typical Sale Prices
At €135,000, this home is priced below what similar properties sold for in the area. Favourable entry conditions — but consider a structural survey before committing. Percentile unavailable (insufficient asking-price comps) — using median positioning only.
4 closed sales nearby · 24mo recency · Low confidence · Property Price Register
Sources: PPR, SEAI, OPW, planning records.
Bid Model Unavailable
Not enough closed transaction data for this property.
We found 4 comparable transactions within 5.0km over the past 36 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.
Price Distribution Analysis
4 verified closed sales within 5.0km · 36 months. Size-adjusted for similar homes (type match, beds ±1, size ±20%). Filters broadened to increase sample size.
Asking price is positioned below the median of comparable sales, suggesting favourable entry conditions. Median anchored to size-similar transactions.
This chart shows where the asking price sits versus recent verified closed sales. It does not show your bid strategy.Same baseline as Market Position — size-adjusted.
Statistical Confidence · Low
4
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
24 months
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
Supporting Evidence · 4 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Macregol Cuirt, Birr, Co. Offaly, Offaly | 2024-05-08 | 68m² | |
| 15 Camcor House, Railway Rd, Birr, Offaly | 2024-01-05 | 75m² |
Transactions within a 5.0km radius and 36-month window.
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 Rating Concern: The C2 BER rating indicates moderate energy efficiency; to reach a B2 rating, estimated upgrade costs of €8,000-€12,000 could increase the property value by €15,000-€20,000, with potential annual savings of €1,000-€1,400 compared to D-rated properties.
Generous Size for Type: At 120m², this apartment is significantly larger than the typical configuration, offering substantial living space which is a strong positive for potential buyers seeking ample room.
Value Optimization Opportunity: While large, the 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom configuration may not align with typical demand for this size in many markets, suggesting a potential mismatch that could impact resale value without reconfiguration.
Hypothesis: Given the property's substantial size and a C2 BER rating, a strategic investment in energy efficiency upgrades could significantly enhance its market appeal and long-term value proposition, potentially commanding a higher premium than the calculated upgrade costs, especially if the layout is adapted to better suit market demands.
Amenities
Limited Public Transport Access: There are no specific bus routes, train stations, Luas, or DART services explicitly mentioned for Birr in the provided data, suggesting potential reliance on private transport.
Local Services Availability: Birr offers a range of amenities including shops, schools like Colaiste Phobal Ros Cré and Scoil Mhuire, and healthcare facilities, contributing to a functional local environment.
Walkability Assessment: While specific walking routes aren't detailed, the presence of local schools and shops suggests a degree of walkability within the town centre, facilitating access to daily necessities.
Hypothesis: The limited direct public transport connectivity to major hubs in Birr indicates that the property's value is primarily tied to local demand and amenities rather than its appeal as a commuter dwelling, suggesting that future infrastructure improvements could significantly boost its investment potential.
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 flood extent mapping (CFRAM fluvial + NCFHM coastal) and historical flood events. Planning activity is sourced from the National Planning Application Database via MyPlan.ie — merged Local Authority planning registers from the Department of Housing. No asking prices, no agent estimates, no automated valuations.