
10 Canal Green, Prospect Wood, LongfordN39V6W2
€249,500
3 Bed~2 Bath~97 m²~BER C
What you'll like:
- Affordable Asking Price: Priced at €249,500, this property offers an accessible entry point for first-time buyers looking to secure a spacious three-bedroom home.
- Quiet Cul-de-Sac Setting: Positioned within a peaceful cul-de-sac on the outskirts of Longford town centre, minimizing through-traffic and noise disruptions.
- Green Area Views: The house directly overlooks a large, beautifully maintained open green space, providing a pleasant and leafy front outlook.
- Generous Floor Area: Spanning approximately 97 square metres, the semi-detached layout delivers comfortable proportions for daily family living and entertaining.
- Freshly Decorated Interior: Presented in very good overall condition having been recently repainted, allowing new owners to move in with minimal immediate redecoration effort.
- Open-Plan Living Layout: Features a large open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area that creates a modern, interconnected space suited for contemporary lifestyles.
- Natural Light Bay Window: The living area benefits from a south-east facing bay window, flooding the front of the home with abundant morning sunlight.
- Cozy Open Fireplace: Equipped with an operational open fireplace in the main living space, adding traditional warmth and character during colder winter months.
- Included Kitchen Appliances: The built-in kitchen units come complete with essential appliances and practical tiled flooring, reducing initial setup costs for buyers.
- Direct Garden Access: Double glass doors seamlessly connect the indoor living space directly out onto the large rear garden and paved patio area.
- Ensuite Main Bedroom: The primary bedroom includes convenient laminate flooring, built-in wardrobes, and a private ensuite shower room for added daily privacy.
- Practical Second Double: Features a second well-proportioned double bedroom complete with built-in wardrobes, accommodating family members or guests comfortably.
- Versatile Single Bedroom: The third single bedroom is a decent size and serves as an ideal dedicated home office or nursery space.
- High-Speed Fibre Broadband: Benefits from fibre-to-the-home and gigabyte high-speed broadband availability, making remote working efficient and reliable.
- Semi-Furnished Offering: The property is offered semi-furnished, providing a practical head start for buyers or investors seeking a ready-to-go rental option.
- Expansive Rear Garden: Boasts one of the largest gardens in the entire estate, featuring secure fencing, walls, a paved patio, and a wooden shed.
- Private Rear Aspect: The back garden backs directly onto Slashers GAA grounds, ensuring a lack of overlooking residential properties to the rear.
- Evening Sun Orientation: The rear garden enjoys a favourable west-facing aspect, making it an ideal sun trap for summer barbecues and evening relaxation.
- Dedicated Off-Street Parking: Includes a private tarmac driveway at the front of the house, ensuring convenient and safe vehicle parking off the main road.
- Walkable Town Access: Situated within easy walking distance of Longford town centre and the local train station for convenient daily commuting.
- Canal Greenway Proximity: Offers direct access onto the scenic Royal Canal walk and cycleway running towards Clondra Village on the River Shannon.
- Established Mature Development: Prospect Wood is a well-established residential development featuring mature trees and maintained open spaces throughout.
But keep in mind:
- Manageable Service Charges: The estate requires an annual private management service charge of €757.85 for 2025, which buyers should factor into ongoing ownership costs.
- Prompt Payment Dependency: While a 20 percent discount applies for prompt service charge payment, missing deadlines could result in higher annual estate maintenance expenses.
- Moderate Energy Rating: The BER rating sits at a C rating with an indicator of 193.23 kWh/m²/year, meaning future energy upgrade investments may be necessary.
- Oil Fired Heating Reliance: The property relies on an oil-fired central heating system rather than a modern heat pump or natural gas, entailing separate fuel delivery logistics.
- Semi-Detached Noise Transmission: As a semi-detached dwelling built in 2003, buyers should verify acoustic insulation levels to prevent potential party wall noise transfer.
- GAA Ground Proximity: Backing directly onto Slashers GAA grounds could occasionally bring matchday crowd noise, traffic congestion, or weekend sporting event activity.
- Management Company Dependency: Common green areas are overseen by a private management company, requiring legal due diligence regarding sinking funds and estate upkeep standards.
- Potential Investment Restrictions: Buyers purchasing as an investment property should investigate local rental caps and housing demand dynamics in the Longford market.
- Wear and Tear Items: Although presented in good condition, buyers should independently inspect roof integrity, window seals, and plumbing fixtures typical of a 2003 build.
Build Analysis
What we know from similar construction types
- The property is a 3-bedroom semi-detached house built in 2003 with a floor area of approximately 97 square metres.
- The heating system is oil-fired central heating, which a buyer should inspect for age, efficiency, and maintenance history.
- An open fireplace is present in the living area, and a buyer should verify its operational safety, chimney integrity, and compliance with current regulations.
- The property is part of a managed development with an annual service charge (noted as €757.85 for 2025 with a prompt payment discount), so a buyer should check what amenities and maintenance are covered by the management company.
- The rear garden backs onto Slashers GAA grounds, which may generate noise or activity during matches or events that a buyer should consider.
Heating cost*
Estimated expense to heat this property every year
- Estimated annual heating cost is between €1,200 and €1,600.
- The property features oil-fired central heating and a C BER rating for a 97 sqm semi-detached house built in 2003, meaning energy efficiency is moderate and heating expenses will vary based on personal usage and oil market prices.
Pollution Safe
8/10Environmental situation to investigate
Flood Safe
8/10Water overflow reports to follow up
Recent Local Sales
Verified residential transactions published in the previous five years
Sales on the same street or estate
No verified results were found for this group in the previous five years.
Recent sales in the wider local area
No verified results were found for this group in the previous five years.
Source: Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA), Residential Property Price Register (PPR).
Matching uses address information published by the PPR rather than measured map distance. It may omit nearby properties on differently named streets.
Last Sale
A confidently matched previous PPR transaction for this property
No confidently matched previous sale was found in the Property Price Register.
Buyer fees*
Associated expenses guide
- Stamp duty: approximately 1% of the purchase price up to €1 million, equating to around €2,495 for a €249,500 property.
- Solicitor legal fees: generally range from €1,500 to €3,000 plus outlays and VAT.
- Land registration fees: typically around €175 to €700 depending on the application type and value.
- Property valuation fees: usually between €150 and €300 required by mortgage lenders.
- Surveyor fees: approximately €400 to €800 depending on the level of detailed inspection.
- Annual home insurance: estimated between €350 and €600 per year depending on the policy coverage.
Forum Talk
What people are saying about this area
- Residents highlight the convenience of Prospect Wood for being within easy walking distance of Longford town centre and the train station.
- Locals frequently mention the appeal of the direct access to the Royal Canal walk and cycleway running towards Clondra Village.
- Discussions regarding the development often note the mature trees, large green areas, and active management company maintaining communal spaces.
- High-speed fiber broadband availability is frequently cited as a major positive for remote workers and families in the area.
LifeFit Assessment
How well this property may suit your lifestyle
Family
7 areas- Young Children8/10
Fronting onto a large managed green area in a quiet cul-de-sac, this 3-bedroom semi-detached home offers a safe environment for young children with plenty of space to play outside.
- Teenagers7/10
Three bedrooms provide adequate individual space, and the proximity to the town centre and local sports facilities like Slashers GAA grounds offers good options for teenagers.
- Multi-generational Living4/10
With 97 square metres across two floors and two bathrooms, the floor plan is compact and lacks the distinct multi-generational zoning or ground-floor bedroom options typically required.
- Single Buyers9/10
At an asking price of €249,500 for a 3-bedroom semi-detached house in good condition, this property represents an accessible entry point onto the property ladder.
- Couples9/10
An open-plan living, dining, and kitchen layout combined with a south-east bay window and large rear garden makes this an excellent starter home for couples.
- Empty Nesters6/10
Manageable size and proximity to town amenities are pluses, though maintenance of a large rear garden and stairs might require consideration as you age.
- Retirees5/10
While within easy walking distance of the town centre and train station, buyers should verify if the two-story layout and private management service arrangements align with long-term retirement plans.
Work
3 areas- Remote Working9/10
The single bedroom is an ideal home office setup, further enhanced by available fibre to the home and high-speed broadband.
- Hybrid Commuting8/10
Conveniently located within easy walking distance of Longford Train Station, facilitating flexible hybrid commuting options.
- Retired6/10
Quiet cul-de-sac setting close to town amenities suits retirement living, though the two-story structure requires stairs navigation.
Practical
8 areas- Ageing in Place5/10
The property features a standard two-story semi-detached layout with bedrooms upstairs and an ensuite bathroom, which may pose mobility challenges later in life.
- Low Maintenance7/10
Built in 2003 and recently repainted, presented in very good condition with a managed front green area, though general upkeep of the large garden applies.
- Secure Gated Entry2/10
The development is an open residential estate with a tarmac driveway rather than a secure gated community.
- Minimalist Design6/10
Features an open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area layout, though it retains traditional semi-detached structural elements.
- Flexible Floor Plans6/10
Three bedrooms, including a smaller single room that doubles well as a home office, offer standard flexibility for a family home.
- Heritage Home2/10
Built in 2003, this is a modern suburban home rather than a period or heritage property.
- Ecological Setup5/10
Features a BER rating of C with oil-fired central heating; buyers looking for high energy efficiency should investigate upgrade potential.
- Outdoor areas8/10
Boasts one of the largest fenced and walled-in gardens in the estate with a west-facing aspect, paved patio, and views backing onto GAA grounds.
Interests
9 areas- Gardening7/10
Features one of the largest fenced and walled-in gardens in the estate, complete with a paved patio and wooden garden shed.
- Walking9/10
Direct access onto the Royal Canal walk and cycleway running to Clondra Village provides exceptional walking opportunities right from the doorstep.
- Gym6/10
Town centre amenities are within walking distance, suggesting local fitness options nearby, though specific gym details should be verified.
- Cycling9/10
Direct access to the Royal Canal cycle way makes this an ideal location for cycling enthusiasts.
- Golf5/10
Located near Longford town, though proximity to specific golf courses should be verified by the buyer.
- Fishing7/10
Proximity to the Royal Canal and the River Shannon at Clondra Village offers solid access to fishing spots.
- Horse Riding4/10
Primarily a suburban residential setting, meaning equestrian facilities would likely require travel outside the immediate neighbourhood.
- Water Sports5/10
Proximity to the River Shannon nearby opens up possibilities for water activities, though options are somewhat localized.
- Entertaining8/10
The open-plan living/dining/kitchen area and a west-facing rear garden with a paved patio area provide a great setup for summer barbecues and hosting guests.
Lifestyle
5 areas- Quiet Living8/10
Positioned in a cul-de-sac fronting onto a green area on the outskirts of town, offering a generally peaceful residential setting.
- Rural Living4/10
This is a suburban residential development setting close to Longford town centre rather than a rural countryside location.
- Village Living6/10
It offers a community-focused neighborhood feel on the outskirts of town with easy access to local paths like the Royal Canal walk.
- Coastal Living1/10
Longford is an inland location far from any coastal environments.
- Urban Living7/10
Within easy walking distance of Longford town centre, providing convenient access to urban shops, services, and the train station.
Social
6 areas- Community Involvement7/10
Well-established development with a local management company, active green areas, and close proximity to Slashers GAA grounds fostering a strong community feel.
- Café Culture6/10
Easy walking distance to Longford town centre gives access to local cafés and social spots.
- Nightlife5/10
Proximity to the town centre provides access to local pubs and venues, though options are typical of a regional town.
- Health/Wellness groups6/10
Town-based amenities and local sports grounds support participation in community health and wellness activities.
- Networking Opportunities5/10
Primarily a residential suburb, meaning professional networking requires travel into commercial hubs or town centers.
- Tech-Hub Connectivity8/10
Supported by high-speed fibre to the home and cablecom gigabyte broadband, ensuring excellent digital connectivity for tech-focused work or networking.
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