New builds are wonderful, but if you are on the lookout for something you can put your own stamp on, these properties are all looking for someone to take them on and transform them. From townhouses on main streets in need of some TLC, to schoolhouse ruins in Baltimore, we think these properties have huge potential to become the future homes of some visionary buyers’ dreams.
Newmarket
Priced at €99,000, this house at Paddy Guiney Terrace has three bedrooms and one bathroom. Originally constructed circa 1930, the semi-detached home extends to approximately 65 square metres and is located in a convenient and well-established residential setting.
For the full listing, see https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/15-paddy-guiney-terrace-newmarket-co-cork/4988425
Rostellan
Priced at €90,000, this charming three bedroom townhouse in East Cork has three bedrooms, one bathroom and a south-facing rear garden. The property has been vacant for a number of years, which will mean it will allow its new owners to look to utilise support from the various grant schemes available. A planning application was granted for an extensive refurbishment and extension to the property in 2023.
For the full listing, see https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/upper-range-rostellan-cork/4746305
Drimoleague
Priced at €100,000, this townhouse on Main Street has two bedrooms, one bathroom, a large yard and detached store. It is very conveniently located on the West Cork town’s main thoroughfare. While in need of full renovation, the c. 1,200 square foot house should qualify for the vacant home grant.
For the full listing, see https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/main-street-drimoleague-west-cork/4956071
Drimoleague
This time, the property is situated just outside the village of Drimoleague. Although the house currently exists only as a shell without a roof or windows, it occupies a generous 0.8-acre plot of highly fertile land, and is elevated within a wooded area, offering scenic views of the surrounding countryside. Available for €69,999, the house should qualify for the derelict and vacant properties grant, providing potential opportunities for restoration.
For the full listing, see https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/kilnahera-east-drimoleague-west-cork/4962822
Baltimore
For €80,000, you could buy the ruins of Creagh School House in Baltimore. The West Cork schoolhouse dates back to 1840 on c. 0.75 acre plot. Located just off the Skibbereen to Baltimore main road close to Lough Ine nature reserve, the property offers enormous further potential, subject to planning. It has excellent countryside views and is electricity and water adjacent.
For the full listing, see https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/creagh-school-house-creagh-baltimore-west-cork/4916203
