Clogheen, Garnish, Firkeel, Co. Cork, P75 XN72
2 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€675,000 · 5 Bed · 4 Bath · 190m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €675,000, 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 · 11mo 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 is positioned above the median of comparable sales. This places the property outside the core transaction band where most comparable homes closed.
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.
Financial Exposure · 153% 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
€675,000
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
2
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Ballydonegan, Allihies, Co Cork, Cork | 2024-05-28 | 104m² | |
| Knockroe, Cahermore, Bantry, Cork | 2025-09-04 | 160m² |
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 B Efficiency: With a B BER rating, this property offers good energy efficiency. Upgrading from a D-rated property (estimated €1,800-€2,200 annual costs) to this B-rated standard would typically save €800-€1,200 annually in energy costs, contributing to lower running expenses.
Generous Space: At 190m², this detached property offers ample living space, which is likely to be well-received in an area where larger family homes are in demand, potentially commanding a premium over smaller properties.
Modern Configuration: The presence of 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms suggests a modern and functional layout designed for larger families or those requiring flexible living arrangements, aligning with contemporary buyer preferences.
Hypothesis: While the B BER rating is positive, focusing on achieving an A-rating through further insulation and heating system upgrades could add an estimated €15,000-€20,000 in value for an investment of €8,000-€12,000, making it a strategically sound improvement given the property's high asking price.
Amenities
Limited Public Transport: Given the rural location (Clogheen, Garnish, Firkeel, Co. Cork), specific bus routes, train stations (e.g., Cork Kent), or Luas/DART services are unlikely to be within immediate proximity, suggesting a reliance on private transport.
Local Village Proximity: While specific amenities are not detailed for Clogheen, Garnish, Firkeel, such rural settings typically offer local shops, primary schools, and community centres in nearby villages, serving essential daily needs.
Healthcare Access: Access to larger hospitals like Cork University Hospital would require travel, but local GP practices and pharmacies are generally available in accessible towns within a reasonable driving distance in Co. Cork.
Hypothesis: The property's rural location suggests that lifestyle amenities such as diverse retail, numerous restaurants, and extensive parks are likely to be located in larger towns like Kinsale or Cork City, meaning residents will need to travel for such provisions, impacting daily convenience and potentially limiting its appeal to those prioritizing extensive local 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 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.