Starter homes: Boreenmanna Road, Cork €180,000

Sq m: 76 (820 sq ft)

Setting up a family home at 1 Beechgrove couldn’t be easier, says auctioneer Trish Stokes of Lisney — even though the early 1900s house needs a fairly full makeover.

Semi-detached, and quite traditional country townish in looks, this 820 sq ft house is on Cork’s suburban Boreenmanna Road, across the road from Ashton comprehensive and a few minutes walk from a range of boys’ and girls’ national schools too. Hence, its suitability for families.

No 1 has a big, dog-leg back garden facing south, small front garden with off-street parking, and each of its ground floor rooms has a dual aspect, with original sash windows.

VERDICT: A very manageable do-er up.