Cloncarrig has potential in a convenient location

YOU can’t get more convenient to the Cork suburb of Douglas village than Douglas Lawn.

Tucked away off Tramway Terrace on one side and Church Road on the other, the estate is almost at the Fingerpost, which gives an idea of the centrality of the location in this sought-after suburb.

Comprised mostly of bungalows, Douglas Lawn still has a country feel, despite being circled by new developments and a new road.

‘Cloncarrig’ hits the winter market with Denis Guerin of Frank V Murphy and Associates and is under offer at €455,000.

The slow market could be ideal for a fast mover here, says the agent. He also suggests that the current offer is a good price, even at site value.

There could be the potential to put a 1,700 square foot dormer in place of the present, modest bungalow, he suggests, and the site has frontage of 57ft and depth of 95 ft, which would allow some manoeuvring.

The property requires a little TLC, he says diplomatically, and could see up to €120,000 invested, whereas, one could build new on site for €300,000, which might be a better long-term strategy, he suggests.

Cloncarrig at Douglas Lawn comes with a sitting room, living room, kitchenette, three bedrooms and a bathroom. It has gas heating and all mains services.