Heywood, Pier Road, Barna, Co. Galway, H91AC2W
Is the price fair?
the sold-comps and model reads agree hereSimilar homes nearby fetched ≈ €535,000 — this asks €2.21m more.
14 sales nearby in the last 18 months, adjusted to today's market. The receipts are below.
Our estimate puts fair value around €1,114,000.
The asking price €2.75m sits above the likely range.
Model estimate from 8,500+ Galway sales · typically within ±10%.
Budget for ≈ €2,879,000 — homes here usually go ~5% over asking.
Knocknacarra sales closed a median +4.7% over their asking price in the last 12 months (84 sales with both prices). That would take it past what similar homes fetched.
This property's story
listing history + Property Price RegisterListed 78 days ago at €2,750,000.
The receipts — what actually sold nearby
prices adjusted to today's market are marked| Address | When | Sold for | In today's market | Size | €/m² | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heywood — this home | asking now | €2,750,000 | — | 717m² | €3,835 | — |
| 23 Ashleigh Grove, Ballymoneen Rd, Galway, Galway | Feb 2025 | €525,000 | €551,891 adj | — | — | 3.0km |
| 45 Threadneedle Rd, Galway, Galway, Galway | Mar 2025 | €1,200,000 | €1,263,457 adj | — | — | 4.4km |
| Grafton House, 27 Upper Newcastle, Galway, Galway | Feb 2025 | €600,000 | €630,733 adj | — | — | 6.7km |
| 3 St Brendan's Road, Wood Quay, Galway, Galway | Jun 2025 | €500,000 | €518,864 adj | — | — | 7.2km |
Showing the 4 closest of 14 comparable sales (similar size and beds, last 18 months). "In today's market" adjusts each sale for Galway price movement since it closed.
Knocknacarra right now
last 12 monthsWhere it sits
map · nearby sold comps · what's closeNearby
- School
- 373 mBarna National School
- Bus / rail
- 227 mBearna
- Supermarket
- 249 mSuperValu
- Doctor / hospital
- 3.3 kmAngela Silke Skin Care Clinic
What the agent says
Exceptional coastal luxury residence in Barna overlooking Galway Bay. Nestled in the heart of Barna village on a hidden private site with commanding spectacular views over Galway Bay, this extraordinary detached residence offers a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial and elegant coastal home in one of the West of Ireland’s most desirable locations. Extending to approximately 717 sq. metres (7,717 sq. ft.), this property is set on a beautifully landscaped and mature 1-acre site, offering the perfect blend of privacy, tranquillity, and scenic beauty. Accessed through cast iron gates with natural local stone pillars onto a cobble-lock avenue which opens to a large front garden with extensive parking. Off the avenue is a detached garage and office. The residence has been thoughtfully designed to maximise its stunning position and outlook, with generous glazing and elevated vantage points throughout. From the moment you enter, the scale and quality are immediately evident – with grand reception rooms, open fireplaces, spacious living areas, and premium finishes creating an atmosphere of refined comfort. The accommodation includes multiple reception rooms with sea and garden views, a bespoke kitchen, a large conservatory at rear opening onto the raised terrace overlooking Galway Bay , luxurious bedroom suites, home office space, sauna and with dedicated self-contained guest/staff accommodation – ideal for modern family living and or gracious entertaining. The mature gardens facing south and west surrounding the home are a haven of peace and privacy, featuring mature shrub and flower beds, established trees, lawn area and sun-soaked terraces – all positioned to take full advantage of the exceptional coastal views over Galway Bay, the north Clare coastline and out to The Aran Islands. The site is bounded by walls and has a stable with water and power on site. Barna is a much sought after popular seaside village on Galway Bay with a pier onto the bay and beach area. It is known for quality eateries The Twelve, O’Grady’s on The Pier and Donnellys as well as a range of shops and café’s. Located within easy reach of Galway City, this is a rare offering where lifestyle, location, and luxury converge.
Porch: Feature solid Oak front door, tiled floor.
Entrance Hall: Bright spacious hall with open fireplace, tiled floor.
Guest wc:
Dining Room: Dual aspect room, open fireplace, terracotta tile.
Kitchen: Fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, kitchen island with marble worktops. Open fireplace with raised hearth, sliding door to side.
Utility Room: Fitted presses, shelving, sink unit, plumbed for washing machine and dryer.
Sitting Room: Solid timber floors, open fireplace with timber surround, three picture windows overlooking Galway Bay, double doors to conservatory. Bulgarian limestone tiles. Maple.
Living Room: Solid timber floor, feature fireplace, mezzanine landing to study, door to conservatory.
Hall: Stairwell to first floor, understairs storage. Storage press with hot water cylinders.
Conservatory: Terracotta tiles, light filled glazed conservatory area with panoramic views onto Galway Bay and over landscaped gardens.
Bedroom 1: Double room, built in slide wardrobes. En Suite shower room.
- —717 sq. metres (7,717 sq. ft.) of luxurious living space
- —1-acre site with mature gardens and panoramic sea views
- —Elevated position overlooking Galway Bay
- —Prestigious Barna village setting
- —Walking distance to local amenities, schools, and the seafront
- —High-specification interiors with bespoke finishes throughout
- —Self-contained guest/staff 1 bed unit with own entrance.
- —Galway City approx. 7 kilometers.
- —Detached garage and self-contained office/gym.
- —Ideal for family living, holiday use, or executive retreat
Floor area 717m² — measured (agent-published). Photos & plan from the listing.