Two sizeable blocks of land have come on the market at Ferbane, Co Offaly, offered by private treaty by Heffernan Auctioneers. One is 53ac with a derelict residence at Gallen. According to the auctioneers, this is quite good land. Although not zoned, its on the edge of housing estates at Ferbane so that will increase buyer interest considerably. The asking price on this ground is €9,000/ac.

The second block is 157ac at Curraghalassa, Ferbane, with a farmhouse in need of full renovation. This area is approximately 7km from Ferbane and 5km from Pollagh.

This is more mixed land, some bog, some suited for forestry – and not designated – and some grazing land. The asking price for this holding is €5,000/ac.

The farm is divided by a minor public road and therefore it is for sale in three lots. The house is relatively small with one bedroom. Heffernan Auctioneers are also offering 9ac of prime land, not far away, at Nuggusduff, Ferbane.