knocktopher abbey, knocktopher, co. kilkenny, r95 td82
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€1,750,000 · 22 Bed · 23 Bath · 1866m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €1,750,000, 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
Exceptional Scale: This property's immense 1,866m² footprint, coupled with 22 bedrooms and 23 bathrooms, positions it as an extremely rare offering, far exceeding the typical residential properties in the surrounding area.
BER Uncertainty: The property's undisclosed BER rating (SI_) is a notable unknown, mirroring the 100% BER unknown rate for properties sold within a 50km radius in the provided data, creating potential uncertainty regarding future energy efficiency and operational costs for such a large building.
Specialized Configuration: The 22-bedroom, 23-bathroom layout strongly indicates a previous or intended commercial/institutional use, such as a hotel, guesthouse, or care facility, rather than a conventional residential dwelling, which impacts its market niche and valuation approach.
Hypothesis: The sheer size and numerous rooms suggest this property's optimal value proposition lies in its potential for commercial development or adaptation for a specific institutional purpose, rather than its perceived residential value, which would necessitate significant investment in fit-out for any specific business model.
Amenities
Regional Transport Access: The property benefits from public transport via Bus Éireann Route 374 (Kilkenny-Waterford) serving Knocktopher village, while Thomastown Train Station is approximately a 15-20 minute drive for wider rail connectivity.
Core Village Services: Essential local amenities like Knocktopher National School and Knocktopher Pharmacy are situated within the village, providing convenient access to fundamental educational and healthcare services.
Broader Urban Convenience: For more extensive shopping, dining, and specialized healthcare needs, residents would typically travel to Kilkenny City, located approximately 25-30 minutes drive, where facilities like MacDonagh Junction Shopping Centre and St. Luke's General Hospital are available.
Hypothesis: The property’s location in rural Kilkenny offers a tranquil lifestyle with foundational local amenities, but its reliance on car travel for comprehensive services and entertainment positions it for buyers prioritizing space and privacy over immediate access to diverse urban conveniences.
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.