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Price Comparison: What can I buy in Co Roscommon for under €245,000

This week, we visit Castlerea, Frenchpark and Cloonfad.

Five-bed, semi-detached, Castlerea – €245,000

13 Tarmon Manor is a four-bed semi-detached home in great nick throughout. Located in the popular Tarmon Manor development, this turnkey home enjoys a prime position within walking distance of Castlerea town centre, schools, church, shops, post office and train station. Roscommon Town and Ireland West Airport Knock are both just 25 minutes away. Finished to a high standard, the 116 m² property features bright, spacious accommodation including a stylish sitting room, high-quality kitchen with dining area and home office.

The office could also be a fifth bedroom alongside the others that includes an impressive main bedroom with en suite bathroom. The exterior is equally impressive with its low-maintenance, fully enclosed garden with Astro turf, decking pergola, hot tub and detached garage. An ideal family home or investment in a prime, convenient location. 

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Four-bed, semi-detached, Frenchpark – €245,000

This substantially sized five-bed, two-level home with home office is ideally located in the heart of Frenchpark Village, within walking distance of plenty of local amenities. Offering generous living space throughout, the 172 m² property also benefits from a full head-height attic suitable for future conversion and a large, private back garden with vehicular access via electric gates. 

Just off the new N5 and only 25 minutes from Knock Airport, it enjoys excellent connectivity while remaining close to Castlerea, Ballaghaderreen, Sligo and Roscommon Town. The home qualifies for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant, presenting a fantastic opportunity to modernise and personalise. With oil-fired central heating, PVC windows and doors, ample storage and strong potential for family living or home-based work. 

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Three-bed, semi-detached, Cloonfad – €230,000

This beautifully presented three-bed semi-detached home is a turn-key property offering comfort and convenience. Located within walking distance of Cloonfad Village, local amenities and scenic walks, it also enjoys excellent connectivity to Ballyhaunis, Claremorris, Castlerea, Ireland West Airport Knock and Knock Shrine, with Galway, Sligo, Athlone and Westport all within an hour’s drive.

The 124 m² property features off-street parking, a large private garden, a pellet stove with back boiler and the added security of a back-up generator. Accommodation includes a bright entrance hall, spacious sitting room, open plan kitchen and dining area with patio access, utility room, guest toilet, three bedrooms (main with en suite bathroom) and a family bathroom. Ideal for first-time buyers, families or commuters. 

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Three-bed, semi-detached, Cloonfad – €190,000

This beautifully presented three-bed home is ideally positioned in the heart of Cloonfad village, offering a prime, convenient location with a strong community feel. Within walking distance of shops, school, church, childcare, bus stop and local services, the property is also well connected to Ballyhaunis, Castlerea, Claremorris and major towns by road, bus and rail.

Finished to a high standard, the 105 m² floor space includes a welcoming entrance hall, a cosy sitting room with solid fuel stove and a bright open plan kitchen with dining area. A separate utility room, guest toilet and access to a private, fully paved garden with secure off-street parking complete the ground floor. Upstairs features spacious bedrooms, including a main bedroom with en suite bathroom and fitted wardrobe, plus a modern family bathroom.

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