Ashtree Cottage, Greenhall Upper, Newtowncashel, Co Longford, N39 WK72
1 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€275,000 · 1 Bed · 1 Bath · 49m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €275,000, we cannot reliably position this property — only 1 comparable closed sale was found within 5.0km. 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 1 comparable transaction 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.
Financial Exposure · 71% 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
€275,000
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
1
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
34 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 · 1 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ash Tree Cottage, Greenhall Upper, Newtowncashel, Longford | 2023-07-28 | 49m² |
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: With an 'F' BER rating, significant investment is needed; upgrading to a 'B2' could cost an estimated €12,000-€18,000, potentially increasing property value by €18,000-€25,000.
Space Efficiency: At 49.0m², this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage is compact; comparable properties in more desirable areas might offer more space for a similar price, impacting its long-term appeal.
Value Optimization: The current BER 'F' rating suggests an estimated annual energy cost of €2,400-€3,000, compared to €900-€1,400 for a 'B2' rated property of similar size, highlighting a clear opportunity for cost savings and value enhancement.
Hypothesis: The small size and poor BER rating of this cottage, typical of older rural dwellings, mean that buyers will likely be seeking properties with potential for expansion or significant refurbishment to justify higher price points, making its current valuation dependent on achievable renovation outcomes.
Amenities
Transport Connectivity: This property has very limited public transport options, with no specific bus routes, train stations, Luas, or DART stations directly serving Newtowncashel, Co Longford, N39WK72.
Local Services: Access to essential services is minimal within immediate walking distance; residents would likely need to travel to Longford Town (approximately 8km away) for most major supermarkets, healthcare facilities, and educational institutions like Longford Post Primary School.
Walkability and Green Space: While offering a rural setting, actual pedestrian infrastructure is likely limited, with the nearest significant green spaces or parks requiring vehicular access.
Hypothesis: The property's location, while offering rural tranquility, significantly impacts its appeal to a broad buyer demographic due to the lack of readily accessible public transport and amenities, suggesting that its value is primarily driven by niche buyers seeking a secluded lifestyle rather than convenience.
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.