POST AUCTION - 34 ACRES BROADLEAS, BALLYMORE EUSTACE, CO. KILDARE

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 34 acres by Public Auction on Wednesday last, in two lots.

The land which was situated approximately 2 km from Ballymore Eustace, just off the N81 was all top quality laid out in 6 divisions all in permanent pasture with great shelter and water laid on.

The first lot offered for sale was 5.5 acres which had site potential. This opened with an initial bid of €50,000 with three bidders up to €86,000 at which point Auctioneer Paddy Jordan put the land on the market. Two bidders fought it out until the hammer fell at €118,000 to a couple hoping to construct a house at a future date on the lands.

Lot 2 comprised 29 acres and a farmyard. This lot opened with an initial bid of €200,000 with two parties interested up to €260,000 at which point this lot was withdrawn from the market and Paddy Jordan successfully negotiated a sale afterwards for an undisclosed sum. 

POST AUCTION - C.125 ACRES, RATHSALLAGH, DUNLAVIN, CO.WICKLOW

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 125 acres at Rathsallagh, Co.Wicklow by Public Auction on Thursday last for the sum of €930,000 equating to almost €7,500 per acre. The land was in a mixture of uses with 61 acres in tillage, 30 acres in grass and 34 in woodland.

Before a small attendance of circa 10 people there were 3 bidders from the outset and the entire opened with an initial offer of €650,000 going up to €850,000. After a brief consultation with the vendors two more bids were received and the entire was placed on the market at €870,000. Two parties fought it out before the hammer dropped at €930,000 to a Solicitor acting in trust for his client.

The land had frontage onto the Dunlavin, Grangecon road and was convenient to Kilcullen and Baltinglass. Jordans had been quoting €825,000 prior to the Auction.  

POST AUCTION - 27 ACRES, CLONAGH, BALLICKMOYLER, CO.LAOIS

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 27 acres of good quality land just outside the village of Killeen between Maganey & Ballickmoyler on the Laois/ Carlow/ Kildare border on Wednesday last for a price of €375,000 equating to just under €14,000 per acre.  

Before an attendance of around 25 people in the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow the property opened with an initial bid of €200,000 with three active bidders up to €375,000 and after a brief consultation with the vendor the property was declared on the market and with no further bidding was sold to a local farmer for €375,000.

The lands benefits from good accessibility to the road network leading to Carlow, Athy & Portlaoise and were all in grass in two divisions with natural boundaries and hedgerows. Speaking after the auction Clive Kavanagh of the selling agents described the land ‘as good quality, in an area where little comes for sale and the property had generated extensive local interest throughout the marketing campaign’. 

PRESS RELEASE - c.87 acres, Swiftsheath, Jenkinstown, Kilkenny, Co.Kilkenny.

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold c. 57 acres at Swiftsheath, Jenkinstown, Co.Kilkenny by Public Auction on Thursday last for €570,000 equating to €10,000 per acre. The holding was part of the historic Swiftsheath demesne, with its long history and association with Dean Jonathan Swift.

 

Before a large attendance of about 25 people in the Newpark hotel the entire was offered for sale in two lots. Lot 1 comprised c.57 acres (c.23 hectares) with extensive road frontage and an original farmyard. The land was a combination of grass (26 acres), forestry (13 acres) and tillage (18 acres) and bidding opened at €400,000 with 3 bidders up to €570,000 at which stage Auctioneer Paddy Jordan consulted with the vendor and declared the property on the market.  There were no more bids received before the hammer fell at €570,000.

Lot 2 comprised c.30 acres (c.12 hectares) located almost directly opposite lot 1 above with good road frontage, currently in grass with a small section planted extending to circa 7 acres. This lot was withdrawn and is currently under negotiation.

The property was in an excellent location between Kilkenny (12km) and Ballyraggett (9km) with easy access to the City and is surrounded with good quality land and a well established farming community.

Speaking after the Auction Paddy Jordan said that ‘there was good interest in the lands from the outset and it’s an area where very little comes for sale and this is reflected in the price achieved’.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3344913

PRESS RELEASE - Poppy Hill, Knockanoran, Durrow, Co. Laois

A magnificent equestrian property with superb residence together with 6 boxes, all weather arena and lunge ring on 7½ acres.

Paddy Jordan of Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents has just received instructions to sell a most impressive equestrian property outside Durrow in Co. Laois.

The property is exceptionally well situated just off the M8, 3km Durrow, 12km Abbeyleix, 30 minutes Kilkenny City (M8 – Junction 3) and 20km Portlaoise.

The impressive two storey residence was built in 2007 and extends to over 3,200 sq.ft. with additional garage and yard.

The house is in showhouse condition, exceptionally well finished and has great light.

In addition there is an American Barn with 6 loose boxes, tack room, feedroom and wash box, haybarn, all weather arena 50 metres x 30 metres with sand, fibre and rubber finish, lunging ring 14 metre diameter.

The land is all in permanent pasture laid out in 5 post and railed paddocks with water laid on.

Amenities in the area include hunting with the Laois Hunt, Racing at the Curragh, Punchestown and Limerick.

Excellent schools in Portlaoise, Rathdowney, Abbeyleix and Kilkenny and bus service to all schools in Kilkenny.  Golf in Rathdowney, Portlaoise and Killenard.

Commenting on the sale Paddy Jordan said it is ideal for Sales Prep, Sports horse enthusiast or a family with ponies or an ideal hunting box. 

For sale by Private Treaty Jordans are quoting €675,000, viewing is strictly by prior appointment.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3369919

PRESS RELEASE - c.34 Acres at Broadleas, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare

Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents have just been instructed in the sale of a fine parcel of land near Ballymore Eustace which is being sold in two lots.

The property is situated approximately 2 km from Ballymore Eustace on the R411 just off the N81 convenient to Blessington, Kilcullen and Naas.

The land is all top quality laid out in 6 divisions all in permanent pasture with great shelter and water laid on.

There are many mature trees on the boundaries and Lot 2 includes 5½ acres site with mature beech on the boundary, ideal site for a house subject to the usual planning permission.

Lot 1 includes 29 acres and a farmyard with a 2 span hayshed and 2 lean-tos, cattle crush and pens.

Conveniently located 4 km from Brannockstown, 9km Dunlavin, 8km Kilcullen and 8km Blessington.

For Auction on Wednesday 4^th November @ 3.00pm in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge unless previously sold.

Commenting on the sale Paddy Jordan said that there was already good interest in the lands which is some of the finest to come on the market in that area for some time.  Paddy Jordan is guiding a figure in excess of €10,000 an acre.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3365000

SOLD - Detached Cottage on c.0.7 Acre Swordlestown, Naas, Co. Kildare

Detached Cottage on c.0.7 Acre

Quiet Country Setting 3 miles Naas, 6 miles Kilcullen

Ideal Opportunity to extend or replace dwelling (subject to usual P.P)

Cottage – 2 Beds, living, kitchen and bath

Outside: Selection of Stores and Paddock

For Sale By Public Auction

Friday 6^th November 2015 @ 3pm In the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge (UPS)

Solr: Hanahoe & Hanahoe, Naas

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3357355 

POST AUCTION - 43 ACRES, GORTEEN, NURNEY, CO.KILDARE

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 43 acres with a small cottage at Gorteen, Nurney, Co.Kildare by Public Auction on Thursday last for €500,000.

Before an attendance of around 20 people the property opened with an initial bid of €300,000 and with two active bidders the property was sold for €500,000. The purchaser was an Accountant acting on behalf of his clients.

The property is located between Kildare (5km) and Athy (7km) with the M7 Motorway (Junction 13) only 10 minutes from the lands. There was a traditional cottage and yard with the holding which required complete renovation.  The land is all in permanent pasture laid out in circa 8 divisions with natural hedgerows and great shelter.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3327048 

PRESS RELEASE - Shortwood House, Daars, Sallins, Co. Kildare

Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents, Newbridge successfully sold a magnificent modern two storey residence on 9.75 acres located in Daars, Sallins by Auction on Wednesday last in Lawlors Hotel, Naas.

Before a good attendance the property opened with an initial bid of €650,000 and three active purchasers bidding the entire up to €850,000. Following a brief consultation with the vendors the property was declared on the market and no further bids were received so the property was sold to a young couple from the general Naas area.

Shortwood House is described by the selling agents as ‘a superb family home built in 1999 and containing 3,000 sq.ft. of bright spacious living accommodation, approached through a recessed entrance over a sweeping gravel avenue, the property is nicely setback from the road with complete privacy. The land is laid out in two post and railed paddocks, ideal for ponies or outdoor enthusiasts’.

Its location close to Straffan, Sallins, Naas and the M7 made it ideally suitable for someone working in the City and looking to combine country living with good accessibility.

Speaking after the Auction Paddy Jordan said there had been ‘great interest in the property over the marketing period with in excess of 30 viewers and the combination of a good location and a superb property meant that all the ingredients were there for a successful Auction’.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3328191

POST AUCTION - SHORTWOOD HOUSE, DAARS, SALLINS, CO. KILDARE

Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents, Newbridge successfully sold a magnificent modern two storey residence on 9.75 acres located in Daars, Sallins by Auction on Wednesday last in Lawlors Hotel, Naas.

Before a good attendance the property opened with an initial bid of €650,000 and three active purchasers bidding the entire up to €850,000. Following a brief consultation with the vendors the property was declared on the market and no further bids were received so the property was sold to a young couple from the general Naas area.

Shortwood House is described by the selling agents as ‘a superb family home built in 1999 and containing 3,000 sq.ft. of bright spacious living accommodation, approached through a recessed entrance over a sweeping gravel avenue, the property is nicely setback from the road with complete privacy. The land is laid out in two post and railed paddocks, ideal for ponies or outdoor enthusiasts’.

Its location close to Straffan, Sallins, Naas and the M7 made it ideally suitable for someone working in the City and looking to combine country living with good accessibility.

Speaking after the Auction Paddy Jordan said there had been ‘great interest in the property over the marketing period with in excess of 30 viewers and the combination of a good location and a superb property meant that all the ingredients were there for a successful Auction’.

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3328191

SOLD - In Lots - c. 34.29 (13.88 Ha) Broadleas, Ballymore, Co. Kildare

·           Top quality lands with extensive road frontage.

·           All in permanent pasture.

·           Ideal site for residence (subject to usual PP).

·           Great shelter with many mature trees on boundary.

·           Good cattle handling facilities and cattle crush.

·           2 span hayshed with 2 lean-tos, all concreted.

·           Main water.

Lot 1:  28.78 Acres (11.64 Ha) 

Lot 2:    5.51 Acres (2.23 Ha) 
http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3365001

Lot 3:  34.29 Acres (13.88 H)

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3365000

Solicitor: Reidy Stafford, Moorefield Terrace, Newbridge

Contact: Paddy Jordan / Clive Kavanagh

Public Auction on Wednesday 4^th November @ 3pm

in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge, Co. Kildare (unless previously sold)

POST AUCTION - c.44.3 ACRES, BALLYBRITTAS, CO. LAOIS

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge successfully sold 44 acres with a derelict cottage at Ballybrittas, Co.Laois by Public Auction on Friday last. The property is located just off the old N7 National Primary Route between Monasterevin & Portlaoise with the M7 Motorway approximately 6.5km to the south of the property.

Before an attendance of around 20 people in the Keadeen Hotel the property was offered for sale in three lots. The first lot comprised approximately 43½ acres in tillage laid out in four divisions with natural boundaries and hedgerows and circa 6 acres in timber. There was only one bid however for this lot of €300,000.

The second lot offered for sale comprised a cottage on circa 0.7 acres which is in need of renovation with 2 bedrooms, kitchen & living room. Bidding for this lot opened at €50,000 but stopped at €66,000.

The entire was then offered and it was obvious that this is where the real interest was with an opening bid of €370,000 going up in €10,000 intervals to €560,000. The property was then placed on the market with further bidding between parties increasing before the hammer dropped at €650,000. The purchaser is believed to have been a farmer from the general area with equine interests.

PRESS RELEASE - c.27 Acres, Clonagh, Ballickmoyler, Co. Laois.

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge are delighted to bring to the market 27 acres of good quality land just outside the village of Killeen between Maganey & Ballickmoyler on the Laois/ Carlow/ Kildare border.  The lands benefits from good accessibility to the road network leading to Carlow, Athy & Portlaoise.

The property extends to circa 10.92 hectares (27 acres), all in grass in two divisions with natural boundaries and hedgerows. There is frontage onto the local road between Maganey & Ballickmoyler. The entire is ideally suitable for a range of enterprises and may also suit a hobby farmer or somebody looking to purchase the land with a view to constructing a house (subject to obtaining the necessary Planning Permission).

The Auction will be held on Wednesday the 28^th October 2015 at 3pm in the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow (unless previously sold) and Jordan’s are quoting a figure of €10,000 per acre.  Further information is available through Paddy Jordan or Clive Kavanagh of the selling agents. 

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3342167

C.125 Acres (50.60 HA), Rathsallagh and Old Court, Dunlavin, Co. Wicklow

Situated 2km from Dunlavin with frontage and access off Dunlavin-Grangecon Road about 6km from the M9 (Junction 3) and convenient to Baltinglass and Kilcullen.

The land is all top quality with good shelter laid out in 5 main divisions. The breakdown of the farm is:-

c. 61 acres tillage (crops not included)
c. 30 acres permanent pasture
c. 34 acres in woodland

AUCTION – THURSDAY 29TH OCTOBER 2015 @ 3.00PM IN THE KEADEEN HOTEL, NEWBRIDGE, CO. KILDARE (unless previously sold)

SOLICITOR:
Messrs O’Flynn Exhams, 58 South Mall, Cork

CONTACT:
Paddy Jordan – paddy@jordancs.ie
Clive Kavanagh – clive@jordancs.ie

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3346689

SOLD - c.27 Acres, Clonagh, Ballickmoyler, Co. Laois

Top quality land currently in grass. In two divisions, ideally suitable for arable or grazing purposes with potential as a site for a residence. Located between Maganey & Ballickmoyler with good access to Athy & Carlow.

Solicitor: Malcomson Law, Court Place, Carlow

Contact: Paddy Jordan / Clive Kavanagh

Public Auction on Wednesday 28^th October @ 3pm in the Seven Oaks Hotel, Carlow (UPS)

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SOLD - Detached Cottage and Stables on c.0.7 Acre, Athgarvan, Newbridge, Co. Kildare

For Sale By Public Auction

Wednesday 14^th October 2015 @ 3pm In the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge (UPS)

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3334952

Excellent Sought after village environment
Ideal extension potential (subject to p.p)
Adjacent to River Liffey
Cottage c.1,250 sq ft – living, kitchen, utility, 4 beds and 2 baths
Yard with 9 Boxes

86.6 Acres (In Lots) Swiftsheath, Jenkinstown, Kilkenny

On the instructions of the owner Michael Lennon.

Lot 1 : SOLD AT AUCTION

Top quality land currently in tillage & grass with a small section of forestry (premium payable) and a compact yard.  Excellent location close to Kilkenny City (12km), Freshford (6.5km)& Ballyragget (9km). Being offered in lots: Lot 1: c.57 acres with yard. Lot 2: c.30 acres in grass with derelict cottage.

Solicitor: P.P Ryan & Co, Rathdowney, Co.Laois.

Contact: Paddy Jordan / Clive Kavanagh

For Sale by Public Auction 
Thursday the 22^nd October 2015 @ 3pm
 in the Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny (UPS)

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3344913

SOLD - Shortwood House, Daars, Sallins, Co. Kildare on c. 9.75 Acres

c. 3,000 sq.ft. residence with garage on c. 9.75 Acres

·           Magnificent residence c. 3,000 sq.ft. in excellent condition.

·           Hall, 3 rec, kitchen with Aga, 5 beds, 3 baths.

·           9.75 acres of post and railed paddocks.

·           Gardens mainly in lawn & completely private.

·           9 ft ceilings throughout.

For Sale By Public Auction

Wednesday 7^th October @ 3pm

In Lawlor’s Hotel, Naas

(unless previously sold)

Solicitor: Coonan Cawley, Naas

Contact: Paddy Jordan / Clive Kavanagh

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3328191

House on C.37.5 Acres, 'Shortwood', Sallins, Co. Kildare

Sallins 5km, Naas 7km, Clane 5km

Situated in a private and secure setting at the end of a quiet cul de sac. The cottage contains c.1,284 sq ft (c.119 sq m) with 5 beds, kitchen, livingroom, utility, 2 baths. To the rear is a separate yard with independent access to hay shed with lean to, workshop, double garage, stable and selection of stores. Top quality land laid out in 2 divisions. Currently in arable use with natural boundaries.

Solicitor: Breda Cullivan, M7 Business Park, Naas

Contact: Liam Hargaden/Clive Kavanagh

For Sale by Public Auction 
                  Friday 9^th October 2015 @ 3pm  in The Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge (UPS)   

                                          http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3327754                                      

SOLD - c. 43 Acres (17.27 Hectares) Gorteen, Nurney, Co.Kildare

Top quality land with an old 2 bed cottage and yard. In an excellent location close to Kildare (5km), Athy (7km) and the M7 Motorway (Junction 13). Laid out in circa 8 divisions. There is superb shelter and the entire is ideally suitable for arable, grazing or bloodstock purposes.

Solicitor: Gallagher Shatter, 4 Upper Ely Place, Dublin 2.

Contact: Paddy Jordan / Clive Kavanagh

Public Auction on Thursday 8^th October @ 3pm in the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge (UPS)

http://www.jordancs.ie/residential/brochure/3327054

PRESS RELEASE -Milden, Osberstown, Naas, Co. Kildare On c. 24 Acres (9.712 Hectares)

A magnificent private residence c. 5,100 sq.ft. on top quality land with extensive road and river frontage.  Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents and Goffs Country have been instructed in the sale of this superb family home with 24 acres on the banks of the Liffey beside Naas and convenient to the M7 and M9.

The property which was built in 2000 comprises a modern two storey family home just outside Naas.  Approached by a long winding avenue the residence sits in the middle of the 24 acres of some of the best land in the area.  It is nicely set back from the road affording complete privacy. 

The gardens have been professionally landscaped and are mainly in lawn with a profusion of mature trees, flower beds and patio.

Convenient to Dublin City and its International Airport the accommodation includes over 5,000 sq.ft. of generous living accommodation including: main hall, bright spacious drawingroom, diningroom, large fully fitted kitchen with flagstone flooring, 4 oven Aga, built in ground and eye level presses, granite worktops and all mod cons, family room with feature fireplace, large office playroom, back hall with utility and boot room.

Upstairs there are 5 generous bedrooms, 4 ensuite and main bathroom.

Features include:

·         Underfloor heating

·         Recessed landing throughout

·         Superb staircase

·         Electric gates

·         Security lighting

·         Post and rail paddocks.

There are several amenities nearby including:

Racing at Naas, Punchestown, Leopardstown and the Curragh. 

Golf at Naas, K Club, Millicent and Craddockstown.

Hunting with the Kildares and South Counties.

This is an ideal family home with superb and generous accommodation within commuting distance of the City and its International Airport.  The price has been reduced to €1,395,000 and viewing is strictly by appointment through the Joint Agents – Jordans 045-433550 and Goffs Country 045-981048.

PRESS RELEASE - Griesebank House, Ballitore, Co. Kildare

Griesebank House which has just come to the market with Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents is an unusual and historic Quaker House lying just outside the Village of Ballitore in Kildare, on the River Griese.  Built in 1700s by the Shackleton Family as a commercial mill it became the home of the Shackleton Family and the writer Mary Leadbeater, renowned as the author of the Annals of Ballitore.  The house itself was used both on the Militia and Rebels as a hospital in the 1798 uprising.

Some 25 years ago the house was bought by Jonathan Irwin and his wife Senator Mary Ann O Brien.   They upgraded this unique historical 18^th century period residence with an adjoining contemporary wing, blending in to form a splendid family home (6,488 sq.ft.) on 2.169 acres of mature gardens and grounds.

Mary Ann is widely recognised as one of Irelands early female entrepreneurs, having created the International chocolate brand Lily O’Briens from a saucepan in the kitchen of Griesebank House.  In the same time Jonathan has created the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation that has provided home nursing care services to 2000 fragile children all across Ireland.   Jonathan and Mary Ann have spent many happy years in this cosy home raising their family, creating a garden, entertaining family and friends.

Situated just off the M9 with 15km Kilcullen, 12km Athy, 35km Naas and 65km Dublin.

PRESS RELEASE - 54 Acres Non Residential Farm at Pluckerstown, Kilmeague, Co. Kildare

Jordan Town & Country Estate Agents are offering a good quality 54 acre non residential farm with tremendous yard and sheds at Pluckerstown, Kilmeague, Co. Kildare.   This superb land is convenient to the Curragh, Newbridge, Naas and Rathangan.

The lands are all in permanent pasture currently but also suitable for tillage.

The farmyard is extensive and includes:

·         A slatted unit for 100 head,

·         4 span hay shed with lean-to,

·         4 span hay shed with 2 lean-tos

·         8 loose boxes

·         Dry shed

·         Cattle Crush.

The farm is owned by Mr. Fintan Flannelly well known breeder and Irish Draught Judge, who is downsizing his breeding operation.

It was the home of “Silver Granite”, the well known prolific Draught stallion who was a huge influence on Irish draught breeding, worldwide with progeny exported to Canada, Texas, Florida, South Carolina, Boston, Virginia, New York, Australia, Indonesia, South Africa, Holland, Germany and England.

The last foal born at the Stud was recently awarded the Overall Young Horse Champion at Tattersells Show named “Birthday Boy” and his progeny have also won the Performance Irish Draught at the RDS named “Silver Skippy”.

POST AUCTION - FARMHOUSE ON C. 55 ACRES AT KILRUSH, ATHY, CO. KILDARE

Athy is proving a lucky stomping ground for Newbridge Auctioneer Paddy Jordan who successfully sold 55 acres on Thursday last for just over €12,500 per acre which had been guided at €10,000 per acre. An Executor sale, comprising 55 acres with a separate farmhouse was located in Kilrush just off the Kilcullen/Athy Road (N78) about 5km from Athy.

The land was in 7 good sized divisions, all in grass with an old farmyard comprising a number of haysheds and 2 silage pits. This lot opened with an initial bid of €300,000 with 3 to 4 bidders and placed on the market at €600,000 with two bidders fighting it out before the hammer dropped at €690,000. The purchaser is believed to be a local farmer.

Lot 2 comprised the farmhouse on just over ½ acre which was in need of extensive renovation. There were two bidders for this lot which sold for €70,000 to a Solicitor acting in trust on behalf of a client.

POST AUCTION - 92 ACRES, BERT DEMENSE, ATHY, CO. KILDARE

They say the ‘cream always rises to the top’ therefore it was fitting on Tuesday last that some of the finest land in County Kildare on the edge of Athy at Bert Demesne, surrounded by many of best tillage farmers in the Country achieved a record price for 2015 in the area of just over €19,000 per acre.

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge handled the sale before a packed room in the Clanard Court Hotel, Athy.  The land was all in one block with extensive dual road frontage and has been in arable use for the last number of years with no waste whatsoever and noted for its continual high yields.

It was proposed to offer the land for sale in three lots but it quickly became apparent that the real interest was in the entire holding. Paddy Jordan, having read the room expertly started with the entire 92 acres and the land opened with an initial bid of €500,000 with four bidders who participated right up to €1,740,000. At this point the entire was put on hold and Lot 1 comprising 64 acres was then offered for sale with two bids of €1,000,000 and €1,100,000 respectively.  Lot 2 then comprising 27½ acres was then offered and received no bids at which point Mr. Jordan adjourned to consult with the vendors.

A quick decision was made and it was decided to place the entire 92 acres on the market at €1,740,000. Two further bids were received and the hammer was dropped to the highest bidder, Helen Dawson of Delaney Dawson Solicitors, Newbridge acting on behalf of an undisclosed client.

This was an extraordinary price for purely agricultural land and commenting after the sale Paddy Jordan said there had been ‘great interest in the lands and the result again highlights that quality, location and the strength of farmers in the locality remain the key ingredients to obtaining a premium above the average rate before adding that there are 3 very disappointed under bidders looking for something similar in the area’.

POST AUCTION EDITORIAL – BUNGALOW NAAS ROAD & TOWN CENTRE DEVELOPMENT SITE

Jordan Auctioneers, Newbridge are delighted to have successfully sold two properties in Kilcullen by Public Auction on Wednesday last.

The first lot offered for sale was an excellent town centre development opportunity with 2 existing Period houses on the banks of the River Liffey. On a site area of circa 3.4 acres the property is Zoned ‘Town Centre’ & ‘Amenity’ with full Planning in place for 41 x 2 & 3 bedroom apartments in addition to a commercial element. Bidding for this lot was brisk with an opening offer of €200,000 and three bidders up to €280,000 at which point the property was placed on the market. There were three final purchasers involved right up to end price of €430,000 when the lot was successfully sold to a Solicitor acting in trust for a client.

The second lot offered for sale was a detached bungalow just off the Naas road on an elevated site of circa 0.67 hectares (1.66 acres). Bidding opened again at €200,000 with three potential purchasers. The property was placed on the market at €260,000 with two final bidders fighting it out until the hammer fell at €305,000 again to a local Solicitor acting in trust.

Speaking after the sale Auctioneer Clive Kavanagh commented ‘that both properties had achieved above the guide price and there had been steady interested throughout the sales campaign. He wished both purchasers the best of luck with each lot’.