Address: 4 Mossgrove, Classes Lake, Co. cork
Type: Four-bed detached
Note: Gas fired central heating
Contact: Norma Healy, Sherry FitzGerald 021-4273041, 086-8525940
Price: €410,000

The past week has seen some major changes on the economic landscape of Ireland. On Tuesday there was the announcement from the Government of the amount NAMA would pay for loans from Irish banks. The discount on these loans is closer, on average, to 50 per cent than the anticipated 30 per cent knock down on the price NAMA would pay.

Address: 9 Laureston Crescent, Kerry Road, Tower, Co. Cork
Type: Five-bedroom detached
Note: Energy efficient gas fire/stove in family room
Contact: Kate Kearney, DNG Kevin Condon, 087-2978075
Price: €450,000

Address: 27 Mount Eden Road, Gurranabraher, Cork
Type: Three-bedroom semi detached
Note: Oil fired central heating
Contact: Redfords Estate Agents 021-4272000
Price: €130,000

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Continuing uncertainly over property prices has resulted in many homeowners opting to upgrade and improve their existing homes rather than move and incur the cost of selling. One local company that has benefited significantly from this trend is Tobermore Concrete. Tobermore's Paving and Walling Centre in Bandon is an example of how innovation and a high level of customer service can lead to very strong sales even in the current downturn in the construction industry.

Address: 1 Redwood Lane, Broomfield, Midleton, Co. Cork
Type: Five-bedroom detached
Note: Show house presentation, all contents included
Contact: Donal Collins, Global Properties, 087-9048344
Price: €375,000

Address: 2 Park Court, Ballyvolane, Cork
Type: 4 Bed Semi Detached
Note: 1,500 sq. ft. and oil fired central heating
Contact: Michael O' Donovan – 021-4273041 or 086-8205474
Price: €240,000

Address: 12 The Lawn, Greenvalley, Donnybrook, Dougls, Cork
Type: Three-bedroomed semi detached
Note: Situated in a cul-de-sac overlooking a green
Contact: Ann O'Mahony, 086-8055834/ 021-4273041
Price: €240,000

Address: 55 Lios Na Greine, South Douglas Road, Cork
Type: Three-bedroomed duplex
Note: Gated development
Contact: Ann O’Mahony, 086-8055834/ 021-4273041
Price: €185,000