Tonafortes, Carraroe, Co. Sligo, F91 XD39
1 homes sold nearby. See what they went for — and what to bid on this one.
€700,000 · 8 Bed · 8 Bath · 304m² · Detached
Market Position
Limited Transaction Data
At €700,000, we cannot reliably position this property — only 1 comparable closed sale was found within 5.0km. More local transactions are needed before the data can support a market position estimate.
Sources: PPR, SEAI, OPW, planning records.
Bid Model Unavailable
Not enough closed transaction data for this property.
We found 1 comparable transaction 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.
Financial Exposure · 36% 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
€700,000
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
1
Transactions Analysed
Within 5.0km
12 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 · 1 Transactions
Size and time adjustments applied before percentile computation.
| Address | Sold | Date | Size |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashberry Lodge, Ballinode, Sligo, Sligo | 2025-04-11 | 302m² |
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 Opportunity: With a D1 BER rating, upgrading to a B2 would likely cost between €8,000-€12,000, potentially increasing the property's value by €15,000-€20,000 and improving its marketability.
Large Footprint, High Utility: This 304m² detached property with 8 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms offers substantial space, which can be a significant draw for larger families or multi-generational living, but also necessitates higher maintenance and utility costs.
Potential for Value Optimization: Given the D1 BER, focusing on insulation upgrades, efficient heating systems, and potentially solar panel installation could reduce the estimated annual energy costs of €1,800-€2,200 (typical for a D1 rated property of this size) and enhance its appeal, particularly to environmentally conscious buyers.
Hypothesis: The substantial size of this 8-bedroom, 8-bathroom property (304m²) in a rural Sligo location, combined with its D1 BER rating, suggests it may be under-optimized for modern energy efficiency and family needs; a strategic renovation focusing on a more conventional bedroom count and an improved BER could unlock significantly higher market value than its current asking price, potentially by €50,000-€80,000.
Amenities
Limited Public Transport: Carraroe's location means public transport options are likely scarce, with no specific bus routes, train stations, Luas, or DART lines mentioned as directly serving this rural address, likely requiring reliance on private transport.
Basic Local Services: While specific local amenities for Tonafortes, Carraroe are not detailed, typical rural areas offer limited immediate access to major shopping centres or specialized healthcare, likely necessitating travel to nearby towns like Sligo for comprehensive services.
Rural Lifestyle Focus: The property's location suggests a focus on tranquility and nature, likely offering access to local walking routes and scenic landscapes rather than structured parks or gyms, appealing to those seeking a quieter, more rural existence.
Hypothesis: The lack of specific public transport routes, schools, and major retail centres directly serving Tonafortes, Carraroe suggests that the property's value is primarily driven by its rural setting and land, rather than convenience-based amenities, implying that its appeal will be strongest to buyers prioritizing space, privacy, and a connection with nature over urban accessibility.
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.