Address: The Olde School Master Residence, Straduff, Geevagh, Co Sligo. Agent: Vincent Egan. Built at the beginning of the 20th century, this 223sq m (2,400sq ft) house is in Geevagh village. Renovated by the current owner, the house has two living rooms with original wood floors and fireplaces in marble and wrought iron; a conservatory; kitchen with door to a patio; and a shower room. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two with fireplaces and one with an en suite bathroom. Outside, on 0.5 acres, is a habitable one-bed house, a double garage and coal shed, as well as gardens front and back with flower beds. BER: D2.
Plus: Handsome house with original features and comes with habitable one-bed house.
Minus: The distinctive colour scheme may not appeal, but can be changed.
Address: 5 Park Crescent House, Blackhorse Avenue, Dublin 7. Agent: Flynn and Associates. This 72sq m (775sq ft) two-bed apartment is on the first floor of an established development just off Blackhorse Avenue. There is an open-plan kitchen and living room, with a south-facing balcony overlooking the communal gardens and Phoenix Park beyond, as well as two bedrooms and a bathroom. There is a car park. BER: E1.
Plus: Large glazed door to a south-facing balcony looking out onto bountiful greenery in Phoenix Park.
Minus: Needs an update inside and out.
