Suburban homes are poised to set benchmark prices for trader-uppers

WITH prices in Bishopstown kick-starting the spring market, two detached properties on the western side of this Cork city suburb should set a benchmark for future sales.

Because of the Green Belt policy, this suburb of Cork city has seen little development since its first spurt of growth in the seventies.

First-time buyers from Bishopstown, who wish to remain in the general area have no choice but to buy in Ballincollig.