Trading up: Ballyvolane, Cork €229,950

Sq m: 140 (1,500 sq ft)

This home at 11 Kinvara Park in Cork city’s Ballyvolane is more than fit for purpose — with a home gym in the garage conversion, it’s even a runner to accommodate Ireland’s (or Cork’s) fittest family.

There are some serious weights and fitness equipment in this 21’ by 11’ gym, and it even comes with a compact sauna and a multi-jetted large shower unit for all-weather training and health benefits.