Starter homes: Rochestown, €155,000

Sq m: 83 (900 sq ft)

There’s likely to be a ready-made queue to view 75 Ardkeale, a smart two-bed townhouse in Cork’ s Mount Oval Village, Rochestown.

Selling agent Pat Falvey of Carlton Real Estate guides at €155,000, but has disappointed underbidders after selling another two-bed — done to interior magazine looks — in the overall development for €183,000, well over its initial €159,000 asking price. That 800 sq ft Clonlea two-bed was bought by a first time buyer.

Now, also showing well is 75 Ardkeale, billed as an ideal starter home or investment by Mr Falvey.

It has a good level of finish inside, and a very attractive easy-keep landscaped back garden with decking, raised beds and graveled centre.

VERDICT: Not likely to hang about too long.