Lehenagh, Cashel, Co. Galway, H91 EY8H
2 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€260,000 · 2 Bed · 1 Bath · 79m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €260,000, 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 · 18mo 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 below the median transaction level, suggesting favourable entry conditions.
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
18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosroe, Cashel, Connemara, Galway | 2024-05-14 | — | |
| Fodens Cottage, Rosroe, Cashel, Galway | 2024-09-25 | 120.3m² |
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 Rating Impact: The 'G' BER rating necessitates significant investment; upgrading insulation, heating systems, and windows to achieve a 'C' rating could cost an estimated €15,000-€25,000, potentially increasing property value by €20,000-€30,000.
Details
- Size Efficiency: At 79m², this 2-bedroom detached property is within the medium size category but may be considered small for a detached home in some areas, offering less scope for extensive renovations or extensions without careful planning.
- Value Optimization Opportunity: The stark difference between the estimated value (€400,787) and the asking price (€260,000), combined with the poor BER rating, presents a substantial opportunity for a buyer to invest in upgrades and capture significant value uplift.
- Hypothesis: Given the 'G' BER rating, a strategic investment in energy efficiency upgrades, targeting at least a 'C' rating, could not only reduce annual energy costs by an estimated €1,000-€1,500 but also significantly enhance the property's marketability and resale value, potentially closing the €140,000 gap between asking price and estimated value.
Amenities
Transport Connectivity: While specific routes are not detailed in the provided data for Cashel, Co. Galway, properties in such rural settings often rely on local bus services with infrequent connections to larger towns like Galway City, potentially requiring a car for daily commutes.
Details
- Local Services Access: The area's rural location suggests limited immediate access to a wide array of shops and services, likely requiring travel to nearby towns such as Loughrea or Galway City for major retail, healthcare facilities like UCHG, and diverse dining options.
- Family and Childcare Factors: Educational facilities and childcare options are not specified for Lehenagh, Cashel, implying that parents may need to consider travel to larger neighboring settlements for schools and registered childcare providers.
- Hypothesis: The property's location in Lehenagh, Cashel, Co. Galway, suggests it is likely served by limited public transport, with the nearest significant amenities and transport hubs located in Loughrea (approx. 10-15km) or Galway City (approx. 30-40km), making car ownership essential for accessing employment, education, and essential services.
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.