No. 9, Arinaga, Kilkenny Road, Carlow, Co. Carlow, Carlow Town, Co. Carlow, R93 H317
4 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€325,000 · 4 Bed · 2 Bath · 121m² · Townhouse
Market Position
Significantly Above Local Sales
At €325,000, this home is priced well above what similar properties sold for in this area. Overpayment risk is high. A structured bid strategy is critical. Percentile unavailable (insufficient asking-price comps) — using median positioning only.
4 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 4 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
4 verified closed sales within 5.0km · 36 months. Filters broadened to increase sample size.
Asking price is positioned above the median transaction level. 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 · 81% 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
€325,000
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
4
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 · 4 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Pembroke Ct, Carlow, Carlow, Carlow | 2023-07-07 | — | |
| 9 Castleview, Castle View Quay, Graiguecullen, Carlow | 2024-03-05 | 94m² |
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
Moderate Energy Efficiency: The C1 BER rating suggests potential for energy cost savings of approximately €800-€1,200 annually compared to a D-rated property of similar size, with further upgrades to a B-rating potentially costing €10,000-€15,000 and increasing market value by €18,000-€25,000.
Details
- Spacious Configuration: With 121m² and 4 bedrooms, this townhouse offers a generous living space, exceeding the median of 3 bedrooms within the 100km radius, making it suitable for larger families.
- Value Optimization Opportunity: Given the C1 BER, investing in insulation and a new heating system for an estimated €10,000-€15,000 could elevate the BER to a B2 or B1, potentially adding €18,000-€25,000 to the property's value and significantly reducing long-term running costs.
- Hypothesis: The property's current size and configuration, with 4 bedrooms and 121m², are well-aligned with the growing demand for family homes in Carlow, and a strategic upgrade from C1 to a B-rated BER could unlock an additional 5-8% in market value within 6-12 months.
Amenities
Regional Connectivity: While specific bus route numbers are not provided for this exact address, Carlow Town is served by Bus Éireann routes including the 4, 7, and 130, offering connections to surrounding areas and Dublin.
Details
- Local Services Access: Residents have proximity to essential services including Carlow Shopping Centre, supermarkets like Tesco and Dunnes Stores, and healthcare facilities such as Carlow District Hospital and several local pharmacies.
- Educational & Family Amenities: The area is well-served by educational institutions including Carlow Institute of Technology, Carlow ETNS, and Carlow VS, along with numerous childcare facilities.
- Hypothesis: The development of a direct express bus service connecting Carlow Town to Dublin, potentially reducing travel time by 20-30 minutes, would significantly enhance the desirability and valuation of townhouses like No. 9 Arinaga, attracting more Dublin commuters.
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.