roveagh, kilcolgan, co. galway, h91 wep9
4 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€165,000 · 2 Bed · 1 Bath · 50m² · Detached
Market Position
Below Typical Sale Prices
At €165,000, this home is priced below what similar properties sold for in the area. Favourable entry conditions — but consider a structural survey before committing. Percentile unavailable (insufficient asking-price comps) — using median positioning only.
4 closed sales nearby · 16mo 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. Size-adjusted for similar homes (type match, beds ±1, size ±20%). Filters broadened to increase sample size.
Asking price is positioned below the median of comparable sales, suggesting favourable entry conditions. Median anchored to size-similar transactions.
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 — size-adjusted.
Statistical Confidence · Low
4
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stradbally East, Clarinbridge, Galway, Galway | 2025-10-15 | 220m² | |
| Weir Village, Kilcolgan, Galway, Galway | 2023-12-07 | 115m² |
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 Upgrade Opportunity: Upgrading this 50m² BER G property to a B2 rating could cost an estimated €15,000-€25,000, potentially increasing its property value by €20,000-€35,000, representing a significant investment return.
Substantial Energy Savings: A BER G rating means estimated annual energy costs are high at €2,500-€3,500, which could be reduced to €1,000-€1,500 with a B-rated upgrade, saving a potential buyer €1,500-€2,000 annually.
Compact Configuration: The property's 50m² size with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom is significantly more compact than the median property in the 10km and 20km radii (median 3-4 beds, 2-3 baths), positioning it for a specific buyer niche such as first-time buyers or those seeking to downsize.
Hypothesis: The property's current BER G rating is not merely a cost but a strategic opportunity; an investment in energy efficiency could not only boost its market value substantially but also significantly broaden its appeal to environmentally conscious buyers, transforming a liability into a key selling point in a competitive market.
Amenities
Regional Transport Access: Kilcolgan offers essential regional transport via Bus Éireann route 401, connecting to Galway City and surrounding areas, with Galway Ceannt Station providing broader rail links for commuters.
Essential Local Facilities: The area around Kilcolgan village provides fundamental amenities including the Kilcolgan Medical Centre for healthcare, a local SuperValu for daily shopping needs, and Killeeneen National School for primary education.
Lifestyle and Recreation: Residents in Roveagh can enjoy local dining at renowned establishments like Moran's Oyster Cottage and access natural recreational spaces such as Kilcolgan Wood, offering a balance of convenience and rural charm.
Hypothesis: The reliance on car travel for comprehensive amenities in this rural setting is balanced by the presence of key village services and specific bus connectivity, which suggests that the area appeals to buyers seeking a quieter lifestyle with community access, potentially driving stable, long-term value as demand for semi-rural living increases.
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.