Homes in Glanmire, Frankfield, Faranree, and Midleton from €295,000

3 semi-detached houses and a bungalow 

L to R, top to bottom: No 19 Marwood Close, Glanmire, Co Cork; 32 Alderbrook in Frankfield, Cork; 26 Knockfree Ave, Farranree, Cork; Carrigogna, Midleton, Co Cork

Glanmire, Co Cork

No 19 Marwood Close
€465,000
Size	114 sq m (1227 sq ft)
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	3
BER	C2

A south-facing back garden and a location close to a bus stop — well that’s two key asks ticked off straight away anyway.

No 19 Marwood Close in Glanmire is very near where the 214 bus to town stops. And it’s within walking distance of The Castle Pub, Bean & Leaf cafe as well, as an Aldi, Lidl, and SuperValu — and the Sars Hurling Club.

But it’s the back garden that’s really wowing the viewers so far, says Louise Mehigan of Joe Organ Auctioneers: “You could really see yourself settling down here in the evening with a book or a glass of something — the garden is so private and beautifully planted.” The sheltered nook created by the shape of the kitchen and dining layout at the rear lends itself beautifully to cosy seating and even a canopy.

This four-bed semi-d was on the market late last year and went sale agreed but that sale hasn’t gone through so it’s available again.

The bright front living room has a bay window and double doors that open to the main hallway. Windows have been updated, and keeping up the garden vibes, there’s a fresh sage-green composite Palladio front door and lots of green accents throughout the house.

VERDICT: Close to the action and a chance too for relaxing sunny days in the garden.

Frankfield, Cork

32 Alderbrook Frankfield
€410,000
Size	87 sq m (936 sq ft)
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1
BER	C3

Fresh white walls and modern grey flooring offer more than just a clean look — they’re a real advantage for a first-time buyer. The intentionally understated palette at 32 Alderbrook in Frankfield serves as a blank canvas, ready to be personalised by new owners with furniture, rugs, and artwork.

“It’s a lovely, clean house in very good condition,” notes Brian Olden of Cohalan Downing, adding that interest so far has mainly been from first-time buyers.

Previously an investment property, this three-bedroom semi-detached is tucked away in a very quiet cul-de-sac.

There are nearly half a dozen secondary schools within a 2km radius and primary schools are even closer. Just 400m away, there’s a bus stop linking this 25-year-old development to Douglas and on to the city centre so connectivity is pretty handy here.

All three bedrooms are carpeted and have fitted wardrobes. Downstairs there’s off-street parking to the front and the bay-windowed south-facing front room connects to the dining room, where sliding doors open to the back garden so light and bright are key words here.

VERDICT: A good balance between suburban peace and city convenience.

Faranree, Cork

26 Knockfree Ave Farranree
€295,000
Size	79 sq m (850 sq ft)
Bedrooms	3
Bathrooms	1
BER	C1

A crisp makeover has created a modern and cosy-looking getaway that’s likely to be handy for work or city life.

Number 26 Knockfree Ave on Fairhill in Farranree was fully renovated in 2021 — that involved rewiring, new plumbing and boiler, a fresh kitchen, and more. The walls were also pumped with insulation, and the attic was insulated.

Now this three-bed townhouse, which was built around 1940, has an open-plan ground-floor layout where light is maximised. Not all the credit for this bright airy vibe can go to the current owners’ renovation work — the home is at the top of the city and is on an elevated site, so gets plenty of natural daylight.

The location gets a pat on the back too from Kyle Kennedy, of Kennedy Estate Agents: “You’re only 2km from Apple’s European headquarters and it’s a 25-minute walk to the city centre.”

The kitchen has an American-style fridge freezer and a herringbone-effect laminate floor, with a door leading to the back garden. Upstairs, the bedrooms all have their original timber flooring.

VERDICT: Applause for appealing Apple-adjacent house.

Midleton, Co Cork

Carrigogna, Midleton
€440,000
Size	151 sq m (1625 sq ft)
Bedrooms	5
Bathrooms	3
BER	C1

When bungalows come on the market, it’s ‘always the same storey’ — they’re super popular, particularly with downsizers.

This five-bed detached bungalow at Carrigogna, near Midleton, is no exception and is already under offer at €460,000.

“It’s a fine house in fairness, and it’s so close to Midleton too, so it’s definitely attracting attention,” says James Colbert, of Colbert & Co Estate Agents.

Built in 1980, this home has double-glazed windows and a large car port — as well as a detached single garage. Some prospective buyers have already mentioned the possibility of using the car port to extend the house under the same roof-line.

South-facing and looking out over fields from its elevated site, the light is maximised here with three sets of double-sliding doors at the front — two in the living room and another in the kitchen/dining room.

Even when the sun goes down, the living room stays cosy with a cast iron stove and decorative crossbeams on the timber-panelled ceiling. The house itself is set well back from the road, which leads to Mill Rd and on into Midleton. It’s about 2km from the train station.

Adding to the lifestyle appeal of the area, East Cork Golf Club is close by — map apps put it at a two-minute drive or 12-minute stroll.

VERDICT: It can be no surprise there is high demand for a sunny elevated bungalow in Midleton.