McLoughlin Barry Estates
Cork real estate agency with strong personal service but inconsistent property standards and deposit handling practices.
What customers love
- Eric and Noelle's professional, attentive personal service
- Quick deposit returns and efficient rental process
- Knowledgeable local real estate expertise and support
Worth noting
- Security deposits not returned; disputed deductions and delays
- Severe property maintenance issues: mold, electrical hazards, poor heating
Best for
Tenants seeking established Cork rentals with reliable long-term management support.
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Recent reviews
The beat one in Cork. Simply lovely.
Great experience with this real estate agency. Clear communication, fast process, and great results. I would definitely recommend them to others.
I am writing this review to warn future tenants based on my experience with this agency.<br><br>The agency was supposed to help me and three other people find suitable accommodation in County Cork. After months of searching and being in a very vulnerable position, we were placed in what turned out to be one of the most expensive and most rundown houses we had seen.<br><br>The property had serious issues from the start: no insulation, exposed electrical wiring, water-damaged ceilings close to collapsing, visible mold, unsafe electrical outlets, no smoke alarms, leaking taps, and extremely poor heating. During winter, the house never exceeded 15°C, even with very high gas and electricity bills (around €100 per month per person).<br><br>The shower was completely non-functional when we moved in and took 12 days to be repaired. During that time, we were told to shower at a neighbour’s house.<br><br>Despite repeated promises of renovations, the living conditions never meaningfully improved.<br><br>After leaving the property, our security deposit was not returned. More than six weeks later, the agency claimed we had given no notice — despite the fact that they were informed of our departure date in advance, provided us with cleaning instructions, and gave us clear instructions on how and where to return the keys. New tenants moved into the rooms the very next day.<br><br>Additionally, furniture that personally belonged to me was kept by the agency. A roommate who stayed after our departure was not allowed to take it when he moved out, as the agency claimed it was “included in the rent,” which is incorrect.<br><br>When I finally managed to speak with a representative, the conversation was extremely unprofessional and aggressive, and my concerns were dismissed entirely.<br><br>Based on my experience and the number of similar negative reviews, I strongly advise potential tenants to proceed with extreme caution.
Many people recommended you to me, and I have a friend who rents a single room who also recommended you. See you tomorrow
Rented an apartment from McLoughlin Barry over the past years, Noelle and Eric were highly professional, helpful and efficient. Good service.
Very disappointing experience. The attitude towards clients is biased and disrespectful, with inappropriate comments being made openly. They did not return my deposit, claiming they were on vacation, and later tried to put the blame on me. This happened even though I followed their contract exactly. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend this place to anyone.
We rented our place through them for more than a year, always a pleasure to deal with. Noelle was always helpful when we needed and when we left she returned our deposit in less than a week.<br>I recommend them!
Honest and hard working a pleasure to deal with.