On Friday September 30 the Victoria Hotel was bursting at the seams when O’Donnellan & Joyce launched its winter auctions with 15 properties going under the hammer on the first of three big auctions. So big was the crowd that O’Donnellan & Joyce had a second large screen set up in the bar area of the hotel where potential purchasers and clients could see the live auction and follow each property as it was being auctioned off by auctioneer Colm O’Donnellan. On that day 10 of the 15 properties sold under the hammer, with four of the remaining properties selling after the auction.
The company has now launched its second large auction of the season and this will take place, as always, in the Victoria Hotel, Eyre Square, on Friday November 4 at 3pm. Nine properties will go under the hammer on the day, all at knock down prices and low reserves. As was always the case, location and price are key to a successful auction, and each of the properties on offer from O’Donnellan & Joyce on November 4 is guaranteed to adhere to this with locations such as The Claddagh, Salthill, Newcastle, Mervue, Ballybrit, Claregalway, and a fantastic site in Renville, Oranmore. Prices range from the site with an AMV of €30,000, with house prices starting at €100,000 in Claregalway to €375,000 for a superb five bed detached home in Newcastle. Never before has there been such value in such fantastic locations.
The following properties are for auction on Friday November 4.
Knockdoe, Claregalway
This excellent and very attractively priced detached bungalow is situated in Knockdoe East, Claregalway. The property comprises approximately 1,500sq ft of modern living accommodation with four/five bedrooms and two large reception rooms. The house is in excellent decorative order and condition, is fully double glazed, and has oil fired central heating. In addition the property has the added benefit of standing on a site of approximately 3.08 acres of top quality farmland with a separate 30ft entrance. The land is fully fenced, watered, and has its own yard with good out housing and cattle crush. This is an ideal opportunity to acquire a well located property which is within easy access and commuting distance of Galway and Tuam, and provides an opportunity to acquire a parcel of good agricultural land with the main residence.
Open viewing takes place every Wednesday and Saturday from 11am to 12 noon and the AMV is an unbelievable €150,000.
The solicitor with carriage of sale is Donal Gavin, WB Gavin & Co, The Crescent, Galway, phone (091 ) 583197.
No 130 Riveroaks, Claregalway
Riveroaks is a beautiful development of three and four bedroom semidetached homes nestled away in a quiet estate in the village of Claregalway. Constructed approximately 15 years ago, the estate has been finished to the highest possible standards and has matured very well, enjoying mature trees and shrubbery throughout. It also boasts many green areas throughout the estate which is made up of a number of cul de sacs, giving an overall sense of space and privacy. Number 130 is a fine home and comes to the market with an unbelievable price tag of €100,000; in other words this property is priced to sell. The lounge is presented with tasteful decor incorporating the feature bay window and open fireplace. The kitchen/diner is open plan in style with the dining area overlooking a spacious lawn to the rear. Upstairs the sleeping accommodation is very generous and comprises four large double bedrooms, the master of which is en suite, as well as a main bathroom. No 130 Riveroaks is a wonderful family home that is within walking distance of the village and all the amenities it has to offer.
Features include ofch, PVC double glazed windows, solid wooden flooring, feature open fireplace, downstairs toilet, separate utility, feature tiling, integrated fridge freezer, private front garden with off street parking, and private rear garden with patio and lawn.
Open viewing takes place every Wednesday and Saturday from 12.30pm to 1.30pm.
The solicitor with carriage of sale is Ailbhe Burke, Pauline O Reilly & Co, St Francis Street, Galway, phone (091 ) 568129.
No 11 McHugh Avenue, Mervue
This cosy three bed semidetached family home comes to the market with a very attractive price tag of €130,000. Although in need of refurbishment this is a lovely house and offers the lucky purchaser a home that is located in a mature area with good community spirit. Mervue is a well established location where many people have lived for a long time. Number 11 was always a family home and this is evident when you walk in the door. This is without doubt an ideal first time buyer’s home, or indeed a great investment property close to GMIT where one would have an almost guaranteed rental income all year.
Open viewing takes place every Wednesday and Saturday from 2pm to 3pm.
The solicitor with carriage of sale is Michele Scarry, Scarry O’Connor & Co, U15 Galway Technical Park, Parkmore, Galway, phone (091 ) 709150.
No 9 Ballybrit Crescent
Number 9 Ballybrit Crescent is a lovely four bedroom detached bungalow positioned within a circle of similar properties in a well maintained and mature development. Located almost opposite the entrance to the Ballybrit Racecourse, this is a lovely, well established, area with a strong community spirit. It is not often that properties in this location come to the market, especially with a very attractive price tag of €120,000. This will make a superb first time buyer’s home or a lovely home for someone wishing to downsize. The property has a manageable garden to the rear of the house and it boasts a very large garden off this again with a sizeable shed on site.
Open viewing takes place every Wednesday and Saturday from 3.30pm to 4.30pm and continues up until the auction. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Pat Sheehan, Sheehan & Co solicitors, Augustine Court, St Augustine Street, Galway, phone (091 ) 895250.
No 6 Grattan Terrace, The Claddagh
This exceptional two/three bedroom terraced property was recently refurbished and modernised to a very high standard. It is located across the road from Grattan Road beach and prom and close to all amenities. It has a large garden to the rear with access off Fairhill Road and parking for a number of cars. The scale of the rear area gives ample opportunity for the potential purchaser to extend the existing property, subject to planning permission. The attic is converted and the windows and doors are double glazed. No 6 is presented in immaculate condition and viewing is highly recommended.
This is an ideal first time buyer’s home, holiday home, or a fabulous home to retire to. Cottages on Grattan Road do not come to the market very often. Viewing is highly recommended.
Open viewing takes place every Thursday and Saturday from 11am to 12 noon right up to the auction. The AMV is €220,000 and the solicitor with carriage of sale is Kevin Rooney, Colonial Buildings, Eglinton Street, Galway, phone (091 ) 567758.
No 42 Oaklands, Salthill
Located in one of the most desirable locations in Salthill, No 42 is a fine four bed family home. Although in need of refurbishment it has the potential to be transformed into one of the finest family homes around. Its large southwest facing rear garden offers space in abundance. This is being offered as is, giving the successful purchasers a blank canvas to put their own stamp on it from start to finish. Oaklands is close to a number of notable primary and post primary schools and within walking distance of Salthill, the Prom, and all other local amenities.
Open viewing takes place on Thursdays and Saturdays from 12.30pm to 1.30pm and continues up to the auction. The AMV is €220,000 and the solicitor with carriage of sale is Matt Molloy, No 4 St Brendan’s Road, Woodquay, Galway, phone (091 ) 567545.
No 51 Dalysfort Road, Salthill
Homes in the wonderful location of Dalysfort Road normally cannot be found at this very attractive price. Situated within a stone’s throw of Salthill Promenade, No 51 is close to every amenity that you would require. Just minutes from the Prom and around the corner from a number of notable primary and post primary schools, No 51 is a real gem that offers an abundance of space both inside and out. It has a spacious layout with generous living accommodation and four large bedrooms on the first floor. It also has a self contained bedsit to the side.
This property is occupied at the moment and although its décor is dated it is still a lovely family home. As with all properties of its age it is in need of modernisation. This is an opportunity to acquire an exceptional home in a brilliant location at a very attractive price.
Features include a 51ft rear garden, enclosed hedged front garden, and off street parking.
Open viewing takes place every Thursday and Saturday from 12.30pm to 1.30pm and the AMV is an astonishing €275,000. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Tom O’Dea, No 25 Upper Abbeygate Street, Galway, phone (091 ) 562520.
No 124 Dangan Heights, Newcastle
This outstanding detached spacious five bedroom family home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial beautifully located and presented residence which extends to in excess of 2,200sq ft. The house is in immaculate decorative order and condition and offers bright, welcoming, modern living accommodation which includes three reception rooms and five spacious bedrooms. The property is located to the front of Dangan Heights and faces onto a large green area. There are very attractive gardens front and rear, the back garden being a real suntrap with a southwesterly aspect. Dangan Heights is regarded as a first class well established residential area, it is within easy access of all amenities and services and immediately adjacent to the NUIG Dangan complex which provides beautiful walks and leisure facilities. It has been a considerable number of years since a property of this size has come to the open market in Dangan Heights and early viewing is advisable. In addition the property is being offered at a very realistic price of €375,000. This is a wonderful family home that is ready to walk into and viewing is highly recommended.
Open viewings takes place every Thursday and Saturday from 3.30pm to 4.30pm up to the auction. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Maeve Joyce, Horan & Co, Eyre Square, Galway, phone (091 ) 567091.
Site in Renville, Oranmore
This superb one acre site enjoys unobstructed views of Galway Bay and the surrounding coastline. It is within walking distance of Renville Sailing Club and close to Oranmore village, and only a short drive to Galway city and within easy reach of the M6. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a wonderful site. The site did have full planning permission in 1975, however this has run out and will need to be applied for again.
The AMV is €30,000. The solicitor with carriage of sale is Olivia Moylan, AG Moylan & Co solicitors, Main Street, Loughrea, phone (091 ) 841356, email [email protected]
For information on any of the above properties, or if you wish to include your property in the final auction of the year, which will take place on Friday December 16, contact Colm O’Donnellan on (087 ) 2887446, Tony Joyce on (086 ) 2529110, Anne Harding on (086 ) 8173335, or the offices of O’Donnellan & Joyce on (091 ) 664212.
