O’Donnellan & Joyce has recorded the highest level of property sales by public auction this year with 14 properties going under the hammer and with a 90 per cent success rate recorded, which is the highest success rate of any private auctioneering company in Ireland.
The company will hold one of the largest and most diverse property auctions ever to be held in the west of Ireland on June 25 at 3pm in the Victoria Hotel, with seven properties going under the hammer. There will be something for everybody, from first time buyers to investors to people looking for quality homes in desirable locations.
The first property to be auctioned off is No 26 Oaklands, Salthill, a beautiful family home with five bedrooms. No 26 Oaklands has been totally revamped and contains a large open plan extension to the rear. The accommodation comprises five bedrooms with three en suites and two bathrooms. Internally the property is finished to the highest of standards with quality fixtures and fittings including a Shaker style kitchen with granite worktops. Outside there is one of the largest gardens in this locality with a superb south facing aspect with a sunny decking area. No 26 is described by the agents as the perfect home in the perfect location.
The AMV is €550,000. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Martin Mulroy, University Road, Galway.
The second property to be auctioned is No 13 The Crescent. The property, which is situated in one of Galway’s oldest and most established residential areas, has a distinctive façade. It is within walking distance of NUIG, UHG, and the city centre, and within close proximity of all major facilities. No 13 offers exceptional living accommodation with large spacious rooms, six bedrooms, and a total area of 2,500sq ft. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Michael Molloy, Blake & Kenny, St Francis Street, Galway. The AMV is €495,000.
The third property to be auctioned is No 14 Elm Park, Newcastle. The property is located in Greenfields and is described by the agents as a superb investment and an exceptional family home. This popular residential location is within walking distance of NUIG and UHG. The property has been totally refurbished in recent times and is presented in immaculate walk-in condition. There are five double bedrooms, all of which are en suite. There are also two large rooms in the attic. Space will not be an issue with this one. This property is in a prime location and boasts a very attractive reserve price.
The solicitor with carriage of sale is Maeve Joyce, Horan & Sons, 23 Eyre Square, Galway. The AMV is €275,000.
The fourth property to be auctioned is a farmhouse at Rockmount, Claregalway, which is suitable for the DIY enthusiast as it is in need of repair. The property stands on a prime two-acre site just five miles from Galway city centre and offers excellent accommodation with three bedrooms. There is substantial repair and modernisation required but it is the site which is the main attraction as it is one of the finest sites in this location. With an AMV of €195,000, it is bound to be very attractive for the person looking for something special that they can put their own stamp on. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Yvonne Frances, Emerson & Conway, St Francis Street, Galway.
The fifth property to be auctioned is Bramblewood, Cregboy, Claregalway. Located within close proximity of Claregalway village, the property is presented in excellent condition and is ready to walk into. It stands on manicured gardens of 0.5 acre and is overlooked by an extensive decking area. The house has spacious accommodation throughout with four large bedrooms and a fantastic sunroom to the rear, and is teeming with extras such as quality fixtures and fittings throughout and has a very attractive price of €295,000. It would be the ultimate family home, in this ultimate location, within easy access of all facilities.
The solicitor with carriage of sale is Deirdre O’Connor, DM O’Connor, Cross Street, Galway.
The sixth property to be auctioned is No 35 Sandyview Drive, Riverside, Galway. This detached three/four bedroom residence in the popular residential area of Riverside is within easy access of Galway city centre. This spacious and pleasing family home is situated in a quiet cul-de-sac. Accommodation comprises a total area of 1,350sq ft, and No 35 is offered at a very attractive AMV of €215,000, which represents unbelievable value for a detached home in such a prime location. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Breda Tierney, Kieran Murphy & Co, No 9 The Crescent, Galway.
The final property to be auctioned on the day is Brook Lodge, No 17 Upper Newcastle Road, Galway. The property is a substantial family home/bed & breakfast with a large rear car park. Brook Lodge is currently trading as a very successful family run bed and breakfast, and is probably one of the most successful businesses of its kind in this area. Situated on a high profile corner at the junction of Upper Newcastle, the property extends to 3,175sq ft and is presented in immaculate condition. Within a stone’s throw of NUIG and UHG, it benefits from businesses associated with these two establishments and has an excellent record of passing trade and summer bookings. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Elizabeth Cazabon, Atlanta House, Dominick Street, Galway. The AMV is €650,000.
According to O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers all eight properties have extremely attractive reserve prices in order to sell. All these properties are regarded as exceptional properties in excellent locations, and this, combined with the attractive reserve prices which have been placed on all the properties, will make this one auction not to be missed.
For further details contact O’Donnellan & Joyce (091 ) 564212/568403, Colm O’Donnellan (087 ) 2887446, or Anne Harding (086 ) 8173335.
