Trading up: Rochestown, Cork €320,000

Sq m: 157 (1,700 sq ft)

There’s 1,700 sq ft of space to play around with in this split-level home at 25 Rochestown Rise in Cork. In its current layout it could especially suit buyers with different generations wanting to live under the one roof, each with a measure of independence, as it has two kitchens, and an easily divided floor plan.

However, for more traditional family living, just take out one kitchen and change rooms to whatever use you want — the options are all there.