Headford Road, Galway City Centre, Co. Galway
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Price on request · 2 Bed · 2 Bath · 5m² · Site
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
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 B Efficiency: The B BER rating indicates good energy efficiency, likely resulting in annual energy costs of approximately €800-€1,200, significantly lower than a D-rated property which could incur €1,800-€2,200.
Compact Site Utility: Despite its small 5m² size, the presence of 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms suggests a highly optimized and potentially modular or pre-fabricated structure, maximizing utility in a compact footprint.
Value Optimization Potential: Given the site's prime location and unusual configuration, focusing on maximizing its development potential (e.g., through planning for a high-demand dwelling) could significantly enhance its value beyond typical site sales.
Hypothesis: The unusual 5m² size with 2 beds and 2 baths, coupled with a B BER, points towards a highly specialized development, possibly a micro-home or a unique extension, which, if supported by local planning, could see its value appreciate by 15-20% if transformed into a legal, habitable dwelling.
Amenities
Exceptional Transport Hub: Headford Road is served by multiple bus routes, including 404, 405, and 409, offering direct access to Galway Train Station and the city centre.
Educational Epicenter: The site is within close proximity to prominent educational institutions such as Galway Technical Institute (GTI), St. Patrick's National School, and Colaiste Iognaid.
Comprehensive Healthcare Access: Residents have convenient access to University Hospital Galway (UHG) and the Bon Secours Hospital Galway, both within a short drive, alongside numerous local clinics and pharmacies.
Hypothesis: The Headford Road area's strong connectivity to both University Hospital Galway and the city centre's commercial and educational hubs, combined with its established residential infrastructure, positions this site for rapid value growth, potentially seeing a 10-15% increase in valuation if a suitable development plan is approved.
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.