Property Partners Laurence Gunne is seeking €90,000 for 48 Glenmore, a three-bedroom terraced house in Dundalk, Co Louth. Kate McMorrow finds properties at a similar price in South Africa, Cyprus, Greece and France.

CYPRUS: Larnica

On a beach close to the village, a one-bedroom apartment in a recently-built development, with direct access to the Mediterranean. A choice of private garden or roof terrace and lush communal grounds. Letting can be arranged.

Price: €90,000
Agent: Cybarco 0044 20 7915 4777

FRANCE: Roussillon

Direct access to the beach at Bacares from this one-bedroom apartment, which is fully furnished and ready for letting. In good condition, with tiled floors and a balcony overlooking the Mediterranean. Close to Perpignan.

Price: €90,000
Agent: Bids in France 0033 674 005 856

GREECE: Crete

Renovated townhouse in the traditional village of Latside, five minutes from Neapoli and about 15 minutes from the beaches of north eastern Crete. Well restored, with marble and wood floors and a veranda off the upstairs livingroom.

Price: €92,400
Agent: Crete Property Consultants 0044 20 7328 8209

Traditional thatched cottage in a holiday complex on the McGregor Country Estate. Rents produce an annual return of 8 per cent on capital investment, paid monthly by cheque. Includes eight weeks owner-usage each year.

Price: €86,000
Agent: Pam Golding International 0044 207 824 9088