O’Donnellan & Joyce is set to begin another busy year of successful auctions. The company’s first auction of the year takes place tomorrow (Friday ) at 3pm in the Harbour Hotel, Galway, where a wide range of properties will be going under the hammer, from investment opportunities to stunning family homes.
According to Colm O’Donnellan there is tremendous variety and exceptional value on offer and the auction team are anticipating a packed auction room. The following is the list of properties which are going for auction.
Lot 1, Stradbally North, Clarinbridge: Stradbally North has always been one of the most popular locations in Clarinbridge. This superb property stands on a large corner site of mature gardens just as you turn off the main road. Located in the village, it is beside the primary school and shopping centre, and offers discerning purchasers one of the best family homes to come to the market in this location for some time. AMV is €295,000.
Lot 2, No 34 Glenard Crescent, Salthill: As with all the properties in Glenard Crescent, No 34 a fine, spacious, four bed family home. Although it is in need of modernisation it enjoys a large south facing rear garden that borders the park and is not directly overlooked. This large, bright, property has huge potential, and with an AMV of €400,000 should attract interest from a wide range of potential purchasers as it is located in one of the most sought after residential areas in Galway.
Lot 3, No 16 Clareview Park, Ballybane: No 16 is a three bed terraced property in good condition. It enjoys a large rear garden with rear access. Located close to GMIT, this will make a superb starter home or a great investment property. AMV is €110,000.
Lot 4, a luxury detached residence in Furbo: Accessed by its own private avenue and located on c1 acre of mature gardens that are totally private, this magnificent property has it all to offer in terms of quality, design, and features. Architecturally designed, it was originally built in 1986, however it has been totally refurbished and modernised to a standard that is not often found. The property extends to c4,500sq ft and has a high energy rating of B3. Minutes from Furbo beach and church, this property is sure not to disappoint. AMV is €450,000.
Lot 5, No 22 Heather Grove, Ballybane: This six bedroom, two storey, detached residence is located in a quiet cul-de-sac within close proximity of GMIT, the local national school, and church. Accommodation includes entrance hall, living room, kitchen, six bedrooms, and main bathroom. In addition, there is off street parking for two cars. No 22 Heather Grove would make an ideal family home or gilt edged investment property. AMV is €125,000.
Lot 6, Brockagh, Corofin: This is a partially constructed dwelling house on 0.5 acre with full planning for a two storey, five bedroom, property with three en suites. The property has been constructed up to roof level and the planning has been renewed with five years remaining. The property is one of a row of similar homes, that are complete, and is within walking distance of a school and crèche. AMV is €50,000.
Lot 7, No 23 Bayview Rise, Ballybane: This four bedroom mid-terrace residence is in need of modernisation and upgrading throughout. Located close to GMIT, Bon Secours Hospital, and a number of industrial estates, it represents excellent value for money. AMV is €60,000.
Lot 8, No 5 Weighbridge House, Oughterard: This excellent two bedroom townhouse is located in the heart of Oughterard just off Camp Street. The property is located above a retail complex and is accessed through a private gated entrance to the rear of the complex and has its own front door. No 5 Weighbridge offers spacious accommodation throughout and is split over two levels. AMV is €40,000.
Lot 9, Dun Eibhir, Furbo: This is an excellent investment opportunity located just off the main Galway/Spiddal road. Dun Eibhir has a large retail/restaurant area of 670sq m on the ground floor, while on the first and second floor levels there are two offices, two apartments, and four townhouses. Four of the six residential units are rented and are currently generating a rental income of €31,000 per annum. This is an exceptional location on the very busy coastal route from Galway to Spiddal and offers huge income potential. The property is being sold as one lot and with an AMV of €375,000.
Lot 10, No 3 Aonach, Ballinasloe: This two bedroom ground floor apartment of circa 760sq ft has been unoccupied for a number of years. An ideal investment opportunity, it has an AMV of €25,000.
Lot 11, Nos 1/1A High Street, Cornmarket, Limerick: This ground floor retail unit measures circa 1,200sq ft. The property is approximately 15 years old and has new Hollowcore construction.
Lot 12, circa 50 acres in Barna: These lands of circa 50 acres are located close to Bearna Golf Club. The lands are divided into nine separate fields, comprising rocky agricultural land. AMV is €100,000.
Lot 13, No 6 Bowling Green: This two bedroom terraced property is located in one of the most sought after locations in the city centre. Features include double glazing, a solid fuel stove in the living room which heats the radiators, and an extension to the rear. No 6 is located opposite St Nicholas’ Church and neighbours Nora Barnacle House. This would be a wonderful starter home or a great investment property. AMV is €155,000.
Lot 14, circa 15.3 acres at Parkroe, Craughwell: This is good agricultural land, located on the main Craughwell to Galway road just about a mile outside Craughwell. AMV is €130,000.
Lot 15, circa 16.5 acres at Kilcornan, Clarinbridge: Located between Clarinbridge and Casey’s Cross, this is very good agricultural land. Planning permission has been granted to open a new access on to the main road. AMV is €160,000
Lot 16, circa seven acres of land in Kilmallock, Limerick: Circa seven acres of zoned residential land located within a five minute walk of Kilmallock town centre. The land is located to the rear of an existing housing development of Bellview. These lands would be ideal for development, subject to planning permission. This is an excellent location, only 30 minutes from Limerick city and five minutes from Charleville and the main Limerick-Cork route. AMV is €95,000.
Lot 17, Letterdeskert, Carna, Connemara : This lovely three/four bedroom family home is located on the outskirts of Carna village and stands on c3 acres. Built approximately 50 years ago and extending to c1,600sq ft, this will be a lovely family home with space in abundance inside and out. Close to all amenities in Carna and the locality, this is one property that is well worth considering. AMV is €80,000.
Lot 18, No 1 Glynsk Cottages, Cashel Bay, Connemara: Built in 2003, this is a fabulous three bed holiday home that enjoys panoramic views of Cashel Bay and the Twelve Bens beyond. This property has the benefit of a large south facing conservatory and is one of just 12 similar homes that are part of a maintained development. Superb investment or a great starter home. AMV is €95,000.
Lot 19, site at Sliabh Carron, Ennis Road, Gort: The site is located to the front of the existing housing development of Sliabh Carron and immediately to the left as you access the estate facing the main road. Planning permission remains on the site for six semidetached houses. AMV is €20,000.
Lot 20, house on circa 0.5 acre at Sliabh Carron, Ennis Road, Gort: This large detached house is in need of total refurbishment. This property was used as a site office during the construction of the development at Sliabh Carron. However it has the potential to be transformed into a lovely family home. AMV is €20,000.
As with all O’Donnellan & Joyce auctions the venue is the Harbour Hotel, Galway, and this auction tomorrow, March 6, will commence at 3pm. On the auction day the full auction is streamed live on www.odonnjoyce.com and viewers have logged in from as far away as the USA, the UK, Australia, and Dubai.
Upcoming auction dates for 2015 are Friday March 6, Friday April 17, Friday June 12, Friday July 24, Friday September 25, Friday November 6, and Friday December 18.
Anyone wishing to place a property for auction in any of the upcoming auctions should contact O’Donnellan & Joyce on 091 564212 and the team will organise an agent to meet you at your property and give you a free valuation, and also go through the various auction dates and the advantages of each method of selling property.
Contact can also be made with Colm O’Donnellan on 087 2887446, Tony Joyce on 086 25292110, Mary Fahy on 087 9969831, or Anne Harding on 086 8173335.
