Starter home: Wilton, Cork €165,000

At next month’s July 6 big Sherry FitzGerald multi-lot auction, first-time buyers are expected to take on investors in the bidding for this two-bed Wilton apartment with an AMV of €165,000.

Located at the foot of Eagle Valley, No 23 The Avenue, Garrane Darra, is a well-kept 678 sq ft ground floor property with a small patio at the back.

Johnny O’Flynn of Sherry FitzGerald highlights the attractions of the asking price, the popular location within a 15 minute walk from Wilton Shopping Centre and the fact that it’s being sold fully furnished.