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Price Comparison: What can I buy in Cork for under €850,000?
This week, we visit Douglas, Innishannon, Ardfield and Glounthaune.
Four-bed, semi-detached, Douglas – €850,000
Built in 2023, 1 Hettyfield Gardens is a 141 m² home with an A2 energy rating and polished interiors at a convenient Douglas address. This four-bed, four-bathroom semi-detached home spans three floors and is ready to move into. A separate living room complements the kitchen and dining area, while a utility room, storage and guest toilet add everyday practicality. Three bedrooms occupy the first floor, one with an en suite bathroom, alongside the main bathroom. Upstairs, the main bedroom has the entire top floor to itself, complete with its own en suite bathroom.
Air-to-water heating, ground floor underfloor heating and double glazing contribute to the home’s energy efficiency. Outside, a private back garden provides room to relax or entertain, with parking to the front. Douglas Village’s shops, cafés and restaurants are within easy reach, as are schools and sporting facilities. Transport links connect the area with Cork city centre, the South Ring Road and Cork Airport.
Five-bed, detached, Innishannon – €825,000
Where the Bandon and Brinny rivers meet, Inverbrinny pairs a secluded woodland setting with substantial, adaptable accommodation. Around 150 metres of river frontage borders grounds threaded with pathways, mature trees, lawns and patios, with a historic arched bridge adding to the outlook. Extending to 300 m², the house has five double bedrooms, three with en suite bathrooms, alongside a self-contained one-bed apartment that could be incorporated to create a six-bed home.
A kitchen with granite worktops and premium appliances connects to a generous home office and a garden lounge featuring exposed beams, a vaulted ceiling and an open fireplace. Upstairs, another lounge overlooks the gardens and Bandon River, sharing the floor with the main suite. A detached double garage and timber outbuildings provide additional storage. Just over a kilometre from Innishannon, the property is also within reach of Bandon, Kinsale and Cork Airport.
Five-bed, detached, Ardfield – €795,000
Set on half an acre within a development of just four detached homes, 1 Atlantic Way combines generous accommodation with easy access to West Cork’s coastline. The A-rated property extends to 235 m². An open plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the heart of the home, with an adjoining sunroom opening onto a sheltered, walled limestone patio. A separate living room has sliding doors to the garden, while a utility room and a bedroom with en suite bathroom complete the main downstairs accommodation.
Upstairs are four further bedrooms, including a main suite with a walk-in wardrobe, plus a family bathroom. Air-to-water heating and underfloor heating on both levels provide modern comfort. Within walking distance of Ardfield village and its primary school, the house is less than ten minutes’ drive from Clonakilty. Red Strand lies around 3 km away, with other beaches nearby and Cork Airport approximately 45 minutes.
Four-bed, detached, Glounthaune – €750,000
Built in 2021, 12 The Cedars combines generous family accommodation with an A2 energy rating in a quiet Glounthaune development. The detached home extends to approximately 174 m², with air-to-water heating and a flexible layout. Its centrepiece is a bright, triple-aspect kitchen, dining and living space, where a central island provides a gathering point and sliding doors open onto a limestone patio. Beyond lies an enclosed, south-facing garden with lawn and established planting.
A separate sitting room offers a quieter retreat, while another ground floor room could become a fifth bedroom, office or playroom. A pantry, utility and boot room keep everyday practicalities covered. Upstairs are four double bedrooms, two with en suite bathrooms, and a family bathroom. The main bedroom also has a private balcony. Driveway parking, proximity to the village and convenient access to rail services and major roads add to the appeal.
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