€385k Turner's Cross classic is a young professional's dream

Maryvale, No 18 Derrynane Road, is already under offer

Maryvale, 18 Derrynane Road, Turners Cross

Turner's Cross, Cork city
€385,000
Size	79 sqm (850 sq ft)
Bedrooms	2
Bathrooms	2
BER	C2

A COMMENDABLY tasty refurb job has turned Maryvale, at 18 Derrynane Rd, into exactly the kind of manageable city pad ideally suited to the lifestyle of a busy young professional.

In a well-established, largely residential neighbourhood on Cork City’s southside, the 79sq m semi-d retains its classic mid-20th century facade, but is designed for modern ease inside.

A contemporary kitchen with a skylight and a feature vertical radiator is fitted with handle-free, sleek cabinetry to give a minimalist finish.

 It works well in a compact space.

The dining area, through an open archway, has French doors to a small rear paved area and lawn, with raised beds along the perimeter and even a garden shed.

Upstairs, both bedrooms are doubles. One has feature wall paneling and built-in wardrobes. Every detail of No 18 has been thoughtfully considered since the current owner carried out a refurb after buying for €225,000 in 2022.

The kitchen had already been extended, but was in dire need of an upgrade (previous images are still on the internet).

In deepest Turner’s Cross, the location is always in strong demand thanks to its sheer accessibility and city centre proximity.

While it would be a very smart buy for someone starting out, chances are investors will fancy the property too. Downsizers can’t be ruled out either, due to its turnkey nature and handy location.

Selling the property is John Moynihan, of Sherry FitzGerald, and he says the two-bed home is in “excellent decorative order”.

He’s already got an offer at the €385,000 asking price

Mr Moynihan says Turner’s Cross “is a vibrant, well-established area, with a host of nearby amenities”, while the south link road network is easily accessed and Cork Airport is a 10-minute drive away.

VERDICT: Very solid option for buyers at different stages of the life cy