4 Drim, Glencolmcille, Co. Donegal, F94 E8R9
4 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€265,000 · 3 Bed · 2 Bath · 77m² · Detached
Market Position
Priced Above Local Sales
At €265,000, this home is priced above what similar properties sold for — buyers at this level tend to overpay without a defined ceiling. Percentile unavailable (insufficient asking-price comps) — using median positioning only.
4 closed sales nearby · 9mo 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 above the median of comparable sales. This places the property outside the core transaction band where most comparable homes closed. 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.
Financial Exposure · 21% Above Median
If purchased at asking, you are paying above where most similar homes sold. A defined ceiling is designed to close this gap.
If purchased at asking
€265,000
Above transaction median
Above Upper Range
Buying at asking would put you well above what similar homes sold for — that's elevated overpayment risk.
Statistical Confidence · Low
4
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kinnakillew, Glencolmkille, County Donegal, Donegal | 2025-10-10 | 73m² | |
| Glencolumkille Garda Station, Gannew, Glencolumkille, Donegal | 2024-07-02 | — |
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
Excellent BER Rating: The B BER rating suggests good energy efficiency; upgrading to an A rating would likely cost between €6,000-€10,000 and could potentially increase the property's value by €10,000-€15,000.
Efficient Sizing: With 77.0m² across 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the property offers a good balance of living space relative to its size, avoiding excessive underutilization or overcrowding.
Value Optimization: The estimated value of €262,175.47 being very close to the asking price of €265,000, coupled with a strong BER rating, indicates the property is likely in good condition and priced appropriately for its quality.
Hypothesis: Given the B BER rating, there's an opportunity to further enhance market appeal and long-term cost savings by investing in minor upgrades to reach an A rating; this could not only increase resale value by an estimated €10,000-€15,000 but also attract a wider pool of environmentally conscious buyers.
Amenities
Limited Direct Transport: Glencolmcille, being a rural location in Co. Donegal, does not have direct access to specific bus routes like Dublin Bus, or train/Luas/DART stations; travel would likely require regional bus services.
Essential Local Services: While specific supermarket names are not provided, one can infer the presence of essential local shops and potentially a pharmacy catering to the needs of a village like Glencolmcille.
Rural Lifestyle Focus: The area is likely characterized by natural amenities such as beaches and walking trails, supporting a lifestyle focused on outdoor activities and community engagement rather than extensive retail or entertainment options.
Hypothesis: The inherent remoteness of Glencolmcille, while offering tranquility and natural beauty, presents a significant barrier for commuters and those reliant on public transport, suggesting that property values are primarily driven by local demand, second-home buyers, or individuals seeking a lifestyle change, rather than connectivity to major urban centers.
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.