Trading up: Ballintemple, Cork €285,000

The views from 69 Maryville, a semi-detached bungalow in Cork’s suburban Ballintemple are currently undergoing a bit of an upheaval.

Size: 102 sq m (1,100 sq ft)

Bathrooms: 2 

Bedrooms: 3 

BER: E2

There’s lots of changes afoot by the nearby former showgrounds lands, while the GAA’s Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium is currently disappearing before visitors’ eyes: it’sbeing demolished, set to be replaced by a far fancier stadium.

No 69’s up on a slope, north facing over the former Showgrounds, looking towards the Marina and Tivoli beyond. When the stadium is redone, it will be joined by a new and significantly enhanced public amenity park, with the Atlantic Pond at its centre.

It’s all going to be right on the doorstep of Maryville, with occasional parking pressures for events a small enough price to pay for the greater good and facilities to hand.

Last sold back in 2008, No 69 is now priced at €285,000 by agent Brian Olden of Cohalan Downing, who says it’s in good condition, and will suit a variety of buyers.

It has 1,100 sq ft, one of its three bedrooms is en suite, it has two reception rooms, and is reasonably fresh, with double glazing, gas central heating, off-street parking,gardens front and back, with side access with block-built shed.

Some of the neighbours have done attic conversions, and the back is south facing.

VERDICT: Ballintemple’s amenity value is about to shoot up.