Kate McMorrow finds properties at a similar price in South Africa, Italy, Mexico and Croatia
Property Partners O'Mahony Walsh is quoting €260,000 for 59 Carriganarra, a three-bedroom semi-detached house in Ballincollig, Cork city.
ITALY: Tuscany
A stone farmhouse on the outskirts of Borgo a Mozzano, with some land and great views. Livingroom with wood-burning stove, kitchen, three further downstairs rooms and four bedrooms. Needs restoration
Price: €260,000
Agent: Casa Travella 0044 1322 660988
CROATIA: Porec
Modern villa 3kms from the sea. Big enough plot to build a pool. Three double bedrooms, two bathrooms, large kitchen and open-plan living area. Garden with terrace
Price: €269,000
Agent: Adriatic Riviera 01 8215025
SOUTH AFRICA: Western Cape
On the River Onrus in Boland & Overberg, a four-bedroom period farmhouse with separate four-bedroom guesthouse. Landscaped gardens with mountain views
Price: €260,000
Agent: Pam Golding International
MEXICO: La Paz
Beachfront villa facing the bay and promenade, with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, open-plan living, fully-fitted kitchen and a garden. Walking distance of the marina and downtown
Price: €259,000
Agent: EscapeArtist.com
