21 Rosebrook Grove, Carrickfergus, BT38 8NS
StatusFor sale

21 Rosebrook Grove, Carrickfergus, BT38 8NS

BT38 8NS · 2 bed · Apartment

Asking price

£74,950

Listed 29 Apr 2026
Listing status For Sale
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Market timing

Key things to know

Based on available market signals — not a guarantee

Seller's Market

This appears to be a broadly balanced market in BT38 8NS. Comparable sold evidence is available to benchmark value.

Market context

  • ·Recent sale evidence available nearby to help benchmark value
  • ·Balanced market — not heavily competitive, allowing time for due diligence

What to do next

Research comparable sold prices in the area to understand current value, and consider asking the agent why the property hasn't sold yet.

What we’re seeing

Market signals

Observable

What comparable data tells us about this property and the local area.

  • ·50 recent sales in BT38 8NS
  • ↓Seller's Market

Live buyer activity

Live
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    What to watch for

    Interpreted
    Buyer signal
    179 days on market — 153 days above the BT38 8NS average (26d). Worth asking the agent what interest the property has had.
    Seller insight
    Sale-agreed activity appears relatively strong in BT38 8NS — around 100% of tracked properties in this area have moved or are under offer, based on current data.
    Agent insight
    Ulster Property Sales (Carrickfergus) primarily operates in the affordable segment — the majority of their tracked listings are under £200k, based on ClearKey's tracked listings for this agent.
    Property evidence

    Property assessment

    Recommended next step

    Budget for significant renovation work before making an offer.

    The property appears to require substantial modernisation. Obtaining a survey and outline renovation costs before offering will put you in a stronger negotiating position.

    What stands out

    • Significant modernisation likely required
    • Extended time on the market

    Worth checking

    • Extent of renovation required

      A survey will help clarify what work is needed and provide a basis for budgeting before you make an offer.

    • Why the property has not sold

      Properties on the market for an extended period can reflect a range of factors, including pricing, condition, or access. The listing history gives you something concrete to ask the agent about.

    What to prepare for

    • Budget for significant renovation work: arrange a survey and obtain outline quotes before making an offer.

      A survey will clarify the scope of works required. Knowing the likely cost before offering gives you concrete figures to weigh against the asking price.

    What we couldn’t verify

    • Boiler installation date and service history

      The age and maintenance history of the heating system were not mentioned, which is common but worth establishing.

    • Roof replacement history

      No information about when the roof was last replaced or its current condition was provided.

    Assessment

    This property requires significant modernisation, which is the central consideration for any potential buyer. The need for extensive renovation is clear, and without a thorough survey to assess the scope of work needed, it may be challenging to gauge the total investment required. This situation underscores the importance of careful budgeting and planning before proceeding, as the extent of the renovation will directly impact the property's future value and livability.

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