Dooega West, Achill, Co Mayo, F28 DT22
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€249,000 · 3 Bed · 2 Bath · 111m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €249,000, we cannot reliably position this property — no comparable closed sales were found within 1.5km. 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 0 comparable transactions within 1.5km over the past 18 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.
Statistical Confidence · Low
0
Transactions Analysed
Within 1.5km
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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
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 Investment Needed: With a D2 BER rating, upgrading to a B2 rating would likely cost between €8,000 and €12,000, potentially increasing the property's value by €15,000 to €20,000 and improving its marketability.
Details
- Above Average Size: The 111m² property size is adequate for a 3-bedroom detached home, aligning with the median of 3 bedrooms within a 100km radius, but offers reasonable space for its configuration.
- Value Optimization Gap: The €249,000 asking price, coupled with a D2 BER rating, presents a significant gap for value optimization; investing in energy efficiency upgrades could unlock substantial capital appreciation and reduce long-term ownership costs.
- Hypothesis: The D2 BER rating, while common in older properties, significantly impacts the long-term desirability and operating costs; a targeted investment in insulation, heating systems, and ventilation could elevate the property's appeal and market positioning, especially given the limited availability of higher-rated properties in this remote area.
Amenities
Limited Public Transport: There are no specific bus routes, train stations, Luas stops, or DART stations listed as serving Dooega West, Achill directly, indicating a strong reliance on private transport for connectivity.
Details
- Remote Lifestyle Amenities: Specific local amenities such as restaurants, cafes, parks, gyms, and shops are not detailed, but given the rural location, access to these is likely limited and requires travel to larger towns like Westport or Castlebar.
- Scarce Educational & Healthcare Access: No specific schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, clinics, or pharmacies are mentioned for Dooega West, implying considerable travel distances for essential services and educational facilities.
- Hypothesis: The complete absence of specified public transport routes and educational/healthcare facilities suggests that the primary appeal of Dooega West is for those seeking a remote, self-sufficient lifestyle, with potential buyers prioritizing natural beauty and tranquility over convenience and access to urban amenities.
Derived from nearby closed-sale patterns.
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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.