3 James Square

• Attention Builders & Investors
• Prime Renovation Opportunity
• Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and SEAI energy upgrade grants

3 James Square, Tower Street, Cork City, T12 TWP2
Attention Builders & Investors , Prime Renovation Opportunity, An exceptional, blank-canvas mid-terrace renovation project awaiting transformation.
Financial Incentives include potential for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant and SEAI energy upgrade grants.
Unbeatable location nestled just a short stroll from Cork City Centre and within easy walking distance of University College Cork.

Patricia Stokes Auctioneers & Valuers are delighted to bring No. 3 James Square to the market for sale. Vacant for several years, this mid-terrace house requires total renovation throughout, presenting an ideal canvas to custom design a modern urban home.
Ground Floor: Entrance hall, living room, kitchen/dining room, and bathroom.
First Floor: Two well-proportioned bedrooms.

Requiring complete modernisation, insulation, and layout optimisation, the property offers a rare chance to completely revitalise a traditional city centre home.

Positioned in a historic and vibrant pocket of Cork City, James Square off Tower Street offers the ultimate in city convenience combined with a strong community feel. Located right on the edge of the city core, residents can enjoy immediate access to high-end shopping centres, bustling culinary hotspots, cafes, and entertainment venues without ever needing a car. Perfectly placed for academics, students, and rental investors alike, with University College Cork just a short walk away. The area is also well-served by local primary and secondary schools.

Local bus routes stop nearby, providing quick links across the wider Cork area, while local creches, sporting clubs, and healthcare amenities ensure everyday life is exceptionally convenient.

This property’s long-term vacancy makes it a prime candidate for state-backed property support schemes to include;

Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant: Having been vacant for over two years, the house should be eligible for funding designed to help buyers refurbish vacant and derelict homes. More details are available via the Government Vacant Property Grant Portal.

SEAI Home Energy Upgrades: Because the dwelling requires deep structural and thermal upgrades, it is ideally positioned to leverage various Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants for insulation, heating systems, and overall energy efficiency. Explore options on the SEAI Home Energy Grants Page.