Ballykeeran, Kilmacrennan, Co. Donegal, F92 N2E2
2 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€395,000 · 7 Bed · 4 Bath · 251m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €395,000, we cannot reliably position this property — only 2 comparable closed sales were found within 5.0km. More local transactions are needed before the data can support a market position estimate.
2 closed sales nearby · 21mo 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 2 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
2 verified closed sales within 5.0km · 36 months. Filters broadened to increase sample size.
Asking price sits marginally above the median transaction level.
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.
Statistical Confidence · Low
2
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
21 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 · 2 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ard Aobhainn, Coolboy Big, Letterkenny, Donegal | 2024-04-09 | 192m² | |
| Crann Leagtha House, Rathdonnell, Letterkenny, Donegal | 2024-07-02 | 250m² |
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 Upgrade Opportunity: Upgrading the D2 BER rating to a B2 could cost an estimated €8,000-€12,000, potentially increasing the property's value by €15,000-€20,000 and improving its marketability.
Details
- Generous Space: The property's 251.0m² size, with 7 bedrooms, offers significant living space, exceeding the median 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms typical in the 100km radius market.
- Value Optimization Needed: Given the D2 BER rating, investing in energy efficiency upgrades is crucial to align with market expectations and reduce potential buyer objections related to ongoing energy costs, which are estimated to be €1,800-€2,200 annually.
- Hypothesis: While the property offers ample space, the D2 BER rating is a significant detractor. Targeted insulation and heating system upgrades, costing an estimated €8,000-€12,000, could not only reduce annual energy bills by €1,000-€1,400 but also unlock a higher market valuation, potentially recouping the investment and more.
Amenities
Limited Local Connectivity: The immediate Kilmacrennan area lacks direct bus routes or train stations, necessitating private transport for most amenities.
Details
- Regional Access: While specific local amenities for Ballykeeran are not detailed, Kilmacrennan itself offers basic services, with Letterkenny (a larger town) being approximately a 15-20 minute drive away, providing access to larger shopping centres like Letterkenny Shopping Centre and healthcare facilities such as Letterkenny University Hospital.
- Lifestyle Potential: The property's rural setting in Co. Donegal suggests potential for outdoor activities, with nearby access to the scenic landscapes of Glenveagh National Park, approximately a 20-minute drive, offering significant lifestyle appeal for those seeking nature.
- Hypothesis: The property's location in Kilmacrennan, Co. Donegal, while offering tranquility, presents a connectivity challenge. Future infrastructure development, such as improved public transport links or designation of the area for community growth, could significantly boost its appeal and property value.
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.