The Old Post Office, Kinsale, Co. Cork, P17 XN15
3 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€250,000 · 2 Bed · 2 Bath · 82m² · Terrace
Market Position
Below Typical Sale Prices
At €250,000, 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.
3 closed sales nearby · 19mo 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 3 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
3 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
3
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
19 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 · 3 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Lissoran, Ballinspittle, Cork, Cork | 2023-05-31 | 87m² | |
| 6 Ballycatten Terrace, Ballinspittal, Kinsale, Cork | 2024-11-29 | 86m² |
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: The E1 BER rating indicates significant energy inefficiency; upgrading to a B2 rating could cost €10,000-€20,000 but potentially add €20,000-€40,000 to the property's value, reducing annual energy costs by an estimated €1,000-€1,500 compared to an equivalent B-rated home.
Details
- Compact Living: This 82m² terrace offers a functional 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom layout, which is smaller compared to the median 4-bedroom properties sold in the 10km radius, catering to a specific market segment.
- Investment for Modernisation: As 'The Old Post Office', this property likely offers period charm but may require modernisation beyond BER improvements to align with contemporary buyer expectations and fully unlock its value potential.
- Hypothesis: The property's E1 BER rating presents a clear value-add opportunity; strategically investing in energy efficiency improvements would not only enhance livability but also significantly boost its market appeal and resale value in a competitive market like Kinsale.
Amenities
Excellent Local Connectivity: Situated centrally in Kinsale, the property benefits from access to Bus Eireann Route 226 connecting to Cork City, and Local Link Cork services, with key bus stops within a 100-300m walk.
Details
- Educational & Healthcare Hub: The Old Post Office is conveniently located within 1.5km of reputable schools like Kinsale Community School and Scoil Naomh Eltin, along with essential healthcare at Kinsale Medical Centre (approx 500m) and Haven Pharmacy (approx 300m).
- Vibrant Lifestyle Access: Enjoy unparalleled access to Kinsale's renowned lifestyle amenities, including SuperValu (approx 600m), a variety of restaurants like Fishy Fishy (approx 200m), cafes, and scenic walks such as the Scilly Walk, starting just 200m away.
- Hypothesis: Kinsale's established reputation as a culinary and tourism hub, coupled with its strong local amenities and exceptional walkability, creates a premium lifestyle offering that consistently underpins property values, making this location highly desirable for residents seeking both convenience and coastal charm.
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.