
First-Time Buyer
First-Time Buyer Guide: Co. Roscommon
18 official risk checks for any property in Co. Roscommon. Built on official Irish government data.
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About Roscommon
First-Time Buyer in Co. Roscommon
As a first-time buyer in Roscommon, you're navigating Ireland's property market for the first time. The Help to Buy scheme and First Home Scheme can stretch your budget in Roscommon (Connacht), but knowing what you're getting for your money matters more. PropertyPack gives first-time buyers in Roscommon, Boyle, Castlerea and across Roscommon a 18-section data check covering flood risk, BER ratings, school catchments, broadband, crime stats and more, from just €29.
Co. Roscommon at a Glance
- Population
- 70,000
- Province
- Connacht
- Coastline
- Inland county
- Character
- Predominantly Rural
- Main Rivers
- Shannon, Suck, Boyle
- Median Price (2026)
- €232,500 (+16.3% YoY)
- Radon (of homes tested)
- 11.3% at/above 200 Bq/m³
- Recorded Flood Events
- 244
- Mica/Pyrite (DCB Scheme)
- Not designated
Sources: Property Price Register (sales to 2026); EPA radon measurements to 2019 (self-selected sample, % of homes tested, not prevalence); past flood events derived from OPW floodinfo.ie data; DCB scheme designations via gov.ie.
Major Towns
18
Official Risk Checks
12
Government Data Sources
60s
Average Snapshot Time
26
Counties Covered
What We Check
Every Roscommon property, 18 checks.
Flood Risk
Environmental
02Radon Gas
Environmental
03Planning History
Development
04BER Rating
Energy
05Soil Stability
Structural
06Water Quality
Environmental
07Crime Statistics
Safety
08School Catchment
Amenities
09Noise Levels
Environmental
10Conservation Areas
Legal
11Industrial Proximity
Environmental
12EV Charging Network
Infrastructure
Plus more checks across insurance, neighbourhood and transport. See them all on the sample report.

Due Diligence
Know the risks before you sign in Roscommon.
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Properties for Sale in Roscommon
Latest properties on the market in Co. Roscommon. Click “Check Risks” to run a PropertyPack report on any listing.
Creevy, Lisacul, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, F45NR58
22 Abbeyfield, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, F45HK29
Cloonylyon, Strokestown, Co. Roscommon, F42 EH04
Fearagh, Ballymurray, Portrunny, Co. Roscommon, F42FK66
Croft Cottage, The Grove, Kilteevan, Co. Roscommon, F42XY18
The Oaks, Frenchpark, Frenchpark, Co. Roscommon, F45V279
Frequently Asked Questions
First-Time Buyer in Roscommon: FAQs
What does a PropertyPack report cover for Roscommon properties?
A PropertyPack report for any Roscommon address covers 18 risk categories: flood risk (OPW data), radon levels (EPA data), BER ratings (SEAI), property prices (Property Price Register), crime statistics (CSO), school catchment, broadband speeds, planning applications, air quality, noise levels, and more. Each check runs for the Eircode you enter, with the data's confidence level labelled where a source is only published at county or division level.
How much does a property report for Roscommon cost?
The full 18-check PDF report for any Roscommon address costs €29. House-hunting across several properties? A 3-report bundle is €59 and a 5-report bundle is €79. You see a free snapshot first, no card needed.
What should I check before investing in property in Roscommon?
Before committing to property in Roscommon, check flood risk (especially near Shannon, Suck and Boyle), radon levels (11.3% of homes tested in Roscommon over the Reference Level), BER rating (affects heating costs), broadband speed, local crime statistics, school catchment, and recent planning applications. PropertyPack covers these and more, 18 checks in a single report for any Eircode.
What schemes are available for first-time buyers in Roscommon?
First-time buyers in Roscommon can avail of the Help to Buy (HTB) scheme for new builds, the First Home Scheme for shared equity, and the Local Authority Home Loan for low-income buyers. These apply across Ireland including all areas of Roscommon. PropertyPack helps you make the most of your budget by checking what you're buying against 18 risk categories.
Which areas of Roscommon have the lowest property risk?
Risk levels vary across Roscommon depending on which factor you're considering. Properties away from Shannon, Suck and Boyle flood plains have lower flood risk. For radon, 11.3% of homes tested in Roscommon measured over the Reference Level. The EPA's map shows which areas are classified as High Radon Areas. Well-established residential areas in Roscommon, Boyle, Castlerea tend to have better broadband, lower crime, and closer school access. PropertyPack helps you compare specific locations within Roscommon across 18 risk categories.
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