Saturday, November 05, 2011
But with its asking price, it could be out of reach for many, writes Tommy Barker.
ALTHOUGH it’s on the pricey side at just a shave under €189,000, this two-bed at 8, Lee View, Carrigrohane, is doubtless price-pitched on location.
Just off the main Cork/ Ballincollig road, this house is a semi in a low-density scheme of houses overlooking the most beautiful part of the Lee near Carrigrohane Castle.
And while number 8 will need remediation, and probably an extension, it has a huge back garden and the aspect is good too.
On the market with Brendan Bowe of Bowe Auctioneers, the house comes with two bedrooms, too reception rooms, a kitchen/ dining room and family bathroom with solid fuel heating.
The property has an excellent location in a quiet cul de sac but with immediate city access. Also close to UCC, CIT and CUH — the major employment centres are minutes away in good traffic. The property is also close to EMC Ballincollig and will benefit from the proposed new flyover at Carrigrohane whenever funding is made available.
Verdict: A solid, well built former council house, 8, Lee View will fit the bill for first-timers on location, but with the asking price and conversion costs combined, it could be out of reach for many.
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