The Quay, Kinvara, Co. Galway, H91 V26H
4 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€295,000 · 2 Bed · 1 Bath · 120m² · End of Terrace
Market Position
Below Typical Sale Prices
At €295,000, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Convent Park Kinvara, Galway, Galway | 2023-12-19 | — | |
| 21 Rinn Na Mara, Kinvara, Galway | 2025-01-28 | 112m² |
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
Significant BER Upgrade Needed: With a G BER rating, improving to a C1 would likely cost €15,000-€20,000 but could increase property value by €25,000-€30,000, offering a strong return on investment.
Space Efficiency: At 120.0m², this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom property offers generous floor space per bedroom, providing a comfortable living environment for its occupants.
Value Optimization Opportunity: Addressing the G BER rating presents a significant opportunity to enhance market appeal and long-term value, as energy-efficient upgrades are increasingly prioritized by buyers.
Hypothesis: The substantial difference between the property's G BER rating and the typical standards for newer constructions suggests that a targeted investment in insulation, heating, and ventilation could unlock significant capital appreciation and reduce operational costs, potentially aligning it more closely with higher-value comparables.
Amenities
Coastal Village Charm: Located in Kinvara, Co. Galway, this property benefits from the vibrant local community and picturesque setting.
Local Services: While specific transport routes are not provided for Kinvara, the area typically offers local bus services connecting to Galway city and surrounding towns, alongside essential local shops, cafes like Linnane's Lobster Bar, and healthcare clinics.
Walkable Community Hub: Kinvara Quay offers a highly walkable environment with access to pubs, restaurants, and the scenic bay, promoting an active and engaged lifestyle.
Hypothesis: The 'Outside Dublin' classification suggests a lifestyle appeal distinct from urban commuting, implying that property value in Kinvara is more likely driven by scenic beauty, community cohesion, and local amenities than by proximity to major transport hubs or employment centers.
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.