Starter home: Gardiners Hill Avenue, Cork €165,000

Trish Dromey says location, price and tasty renovations will make this an attractive option for first-time buyers and city employees.

Atouch of 19th century charm, 21st century comfort and an affordable asking price of €165,000, make 13 Gardiners Hill Avenue a good starter option.

The Victorian end of terrace house has been extensively upgraded in recent years. “ It has new bathrooms, a kitchen extension and is now in superb condition. All a new owner has to do is to add some personal touches,’’ says Jackie Cohalan of Cohalan Downing auctioneers.