Cork house where woman lay dead for over a year goes on market for €300k

Elmsleigh, a three-bedroom semidetached two-storey house in the Brookfield Lawn estate near the Lough on Cork’s southside, was put on the market by Barry Auctioneers and Valuers on Tuesday afternoon.

The auctioneer notes: “This two-storey property requires full refurbishment as it is now a blank canvas, giving any potential purchaser an opportunity to put their own personal stamp on the property with regards to interior décor.

“Elmsleigh is sure to appeal to a broad spectrum of purchasers with a host of amenities within convenient walking distance including schools, Cork University Hospital, University College Cork, shops and bars as well as Cork city centre itself.

“With a prime location and beautiful views at first floor level, viewing comes highly recommended to appreciate what this fine property has to offer.

The discovery of the body of 58-year-old Joyce O’Mahony in the property six weeks ago caused widespread shock in the quiet estate and across the county.

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