Mullan Mor

connolb2

Hey

Just wondering what Mullan Mor is like to live in?? Have been looking at properties there but it looks a bit rough??

Thanks

Redhairedguy

I live there. It's sound as far as I'm concerned. Quite quiet compared to other places I've known. It's mostly working people and young families.

connolb2

thanks for reply. Do ou own a property there do you mind me asking?

Redhairedguy

Nope. I rent. If you're thinking of buying. I'd recommend you either reconsider or only pay a modest price. It's built on the old city dump, and the subsidence is causing serious long term structural issues.

Have a look around one of the properties and notice all the cracks in the walls, as well as the uneven roofing pattern along the estate.

I've been here 20 months, and in that time we've had two different surveyors around to take pictures of the increasingly prevalent cracks, as well as some minor problems such as door jambs and window frames being off kilter.

For a renter, these are all small issues, as we don't have to consider the longetivity of the property. Aside from that, very nice apartments. Plenty warm. The area is quiet and friendly if you want to make the effort to know your neighbours; and I can't fault Winter's property management for their upkeep of the place and efficient bin scheme.

Hope that all helps.

connolb2

that helps me loads...thanks a million!! Had a friend renting there but that was close to 5 years ago and definitely didn't notice any cracks back then but that was the type of info that I was looking for. Cheers:-)

connolb2

Actually...from your perspective would there be methane gas in the air if it was built on an old dump???

MadYaker

I'm sure there would be some, but I doubt its noticeable.

Redhairedguy

I can't say I've ever noticed, to be honest. With the large amount of trees and other foliage in the area, the air tends to be pretty fresh.

Plus the estate is over 10 years old at this stage, so I'd imagine if a lot of gas were to filter up, it would have done so by now. Not that I'm an authority on that matter, of course. :pac:

connolb2

Yep prob would alright:-) Reckon I'll avoid buying in the place all the same if it's built on an old landfill! Thanks again for the heads up.

Barney123

Hi all,

I have had an offer accepted on a 2 bed ground floor flat on mullah mor tuam road. Has experienced any issues with the properties there?

galwaycyclist

"Naturally" occuring methane is odourless - thats why they used to bring canaries down mines etc.

The smell in town gas is an added chemical.

irisheddie85

Barney123 wrote: »

Hi all,

I have had an offer accepted on a 2 bed ground floor flat on mullah mor tuam road. Has experienced any issues with the properties there?

Some of the building have visible cracks inside and out due to some 'settling' of the ground underneath. Whether the one you are looking at has any signs of this make sure a good full structural survey is done.

Barney123

Galway cyclist do you live in mullan mor?

Redhairedguy

I do. If it's one of the places closer to the entrance of the estate, I'd say you're sound, as that's closer to Ashbrook; the older, pre-existing houses. Take a walk down the back of the estate though, the footpaths are all uneven. Also, keep an eye out for the gently bubbling sewer main. Mucho fragrant on a warm day! :P

I must say to their credit though, that there has been significant structural work done in the last couple of months to the dividing walls outside of each apartment.

Barney123

Someone said that the problems are more with the houses down the back of the estate is that right?

Mine is up the front of the estate, have you heard of any problems there? Your advice is gold btw

Redhairedguy

Barney123 wrote: »

Someone said that the problems are more with the houses down the back of the estate is that right?

Mine is up the front of the estate, have you heard of any problems there? Your advice is gold btw

Yeah. The places down the back is where the subsidence is definitely more noticeable. I was in one a couple of months ago, and it seemed still fine however, though I'd imagine a bad rain/wind/storm would the real tester.

Like I said, the front of the estate would have significantly less problems I'd imagine, due to how close it is to the pre-existing houses of Ashbrook. I think I know which apartment you're talking about by the way. I've seen the For Sale sign each time I've driven by. :pac:

Best course of action is to go in yourself, and look at walls, windows, and whether doors are jamming or stiff. That's what I've really noticed in my time there, door and window frames warping, and breezes throughout the apartment. I still love the place though!

Barney123

Do you live down the back then? Did these problems happen and stay the same or did they occur and get worse? I'm afraid I buy a place that's okay after an engineers report and then gets worse after that

Redhairedguy

I live in the middle of the estate, 2nd floor apartment. Problems were there when we moved in, and have gotten worse since. Slowly, mind you; so until the doors starting sticking, I didn't really notice anything. We're there since February 2012.

Barney123

Apart from some doors sticking have you seen any more signs of subsidance such as cracks in the walls where you are?

TerrorFirmer

I live in Mullan Mor, there are some internal cracks though these have not really worsened over the past 2 years. They recently replaced the walls dividing each full unit, which was badly overdue and made the place look like a shambles. The houses down at the very end definitely had the worst of the problems - sunken footpaths around houses and the like. I wouldn't be bothered as a renter at all but as a buyer I'd definitely be a bit wary. They are nice houses though.

Barney123

TerrorFirmer wrote: »

I live in Mullan Mor, there are some internal cracks though these have not really worsened over the past 2 years. They recently replaced the walls dividing each full unit, which was badly overdue and made the place look like a shambles. The houses down at the very end definitely had the worst of the problems - sunken footpaths around houses and the like. I wouldn't be bothered as a renter at all but as a buyer I'd definitely be a bit wary. They are nice houses though.

When you say the divided wall between the full units is that the external wall housing the electric box?

Do you know anyone who owns a property in there?

Thanks by the way

TerrorFirmer

Barney123 wrote: »

When you say the divided wall between the full units is that the external wall housing the electric box?

Do you know anyone who owns a property in there?

Thanks by the way

Yup, precisely that. It's largely - actually entirely- aesthetic, but the fact that it was let go so long isn't great on behalf of the management. The original was brick, the replacements are plastered wooden frame. No, can't say that I do regards ownership. A lot of four apartments at the head of the estate recently sold for almost 600,000. Have to say I was surprised.

Barney123

Was that dividing wall connected to the external wall of the block of flats. What was wrong with it? It's touch and go whether I go ahead with this buy.

Terror firmer, do you live up the font, middle or back? Thanks for your help , great help

-Vega-

I moved in down the back 3 months ago. Quietest place ive lived in galway. Full of families and a hotspot for the polish who are also quiet. Grass is nearly always cut and kids play outside. Reminds me of growing up. A big change from my party past. Biggest room ive ever had but apartments are wooden so dont move in with noisey people. Try get people same shift as u.

Barney123

-Vega- wrote: »

I moved in down the back 3 months ago. Quietest place ive lived in galway. Full of families and a hotspot for the polish who are also quiet. Grass is nearly always cut and kids play outside. Reminds me of growing up. A big change from my party past. Biggest room ive ever had but apartments are wooden so dont move in with noisey people. Try get people same shift as u.

Hello Vega,

Glad you like it. It seems that everyone who lives there likes it. May I ask have you noticed any cracks in the walls or doors jamming? where you live?

-Vega-

Barney123 wrote: »

Hello Vega,

Glad you like it. It seems that everyone who lives there likes it. May I ask have you noticed any cracks in the walls or doors jamming? where you live?

Certainly have Barney! There are a few in the bathroom. The doors havent jammed. I'm no specialist ..however I dont think these properties are going to sink down magically over the next 20 years. For renting I would say they are fine, for short term ownership .. 5 - 20 years ..at a good price? Id say fine. Certainly the most comfortable room Ive been in, and with regards to space and surroundings Im very happy. Yes Id probably feel a little more on edge if I owned the property and saw those cracks, but having an expert to take a look wouldnt cost much and would certainly be worth the money.

Id buy there if the price was right, thats a cert. So close to town but without being overly congested or noisy.

c.l 999

hi all, was thinking of buying a lovely apartment at the begining of the mullan mor development behind ashbrook in galway city. Im aware the development was built on landfill but just wondering if anyone knows when the development was built and when the landfill site was closed down? cant seem to find to much information online. Also does anyone live there or own property there that could could info on what the estate is like?
thanks for your time guys

maldini

bit of a bump!!
anyone know what the sound proofing is like in mullan mor? looking at an apartment that's ground floor with one above.. are they made of paper?
will I hear them eating their dinner?

Redhairedguy

maldini wrote: »

bit of a bump!!
anyone know what the sound proofing is like in mullan mor? looking at an apartment that's ground floor with one above.. are they made of paper?
will I hear them eating their dinner?

We're on the 2nd floor, and have only had the guy below up to us when we're really pumping the bass. They had a kid about a year ago, so I was hypersensitive to the fact that we'd be making noise whilst the tyke would be sleeping. He said he's heard absolutely nothing from us, and was more concerned with the noise from them at night with the baby crying and all that. Again, we heard nothing. The only noise I notice is from the other 2nd floor apartments either side. Doors slamming, and the occasional headboard battering the wall. That's about it.

maldini

Thanks for replying. Didn't get the apartment anyway so so long Mullan mor !

snubbleste

Redhairedguy wrote: »

We're on the 2nd floor, and have only had the guy below up to us when we're really pumping the bass. They had a kid about a year ago, so I was hypersensitive to the fact that we'd be making noise whilst the tyke would be sleeping. He said he's heard absolutely nothing from us, and was more concerned with the noise from them at night with the baby crying and all that. Again, we heard nothing. The only noise I notice is from the other 2nd floor apartments either side. Doors slamming, and the occasional headboard battering the wall. That's about it.

Oh, tell us more!

Redhairedguy

snubbleste wrote: »

Oh, tell us more!

Sorry. That would be a breach of neighbour - pervert confidentiality.