What will €165,000 buy in France, Brazil, Latvia, Mexico and Mayo?

IRELAND: LACKEN

This two-bedroom traditional cottage dates from the 1700s and has been completely restored to a really charming home. Situated on the coastline of north Mayo, it sits on a site of more than half an acre and has a walled courtyard with a patio. The property is just a short stroll to Back Beach, Kilcummin; a renowned beach overlooking Lacken Strand. Price: €165,000 Agent: dng.ie

FRANCE: FREJUS

Located close to sandy beaches in the town of Frejus – which is steeped in history – this one-bedroom apartment lies in a complex with a shared pool. Extending to 48sq m, it has a 15sq m south-facing terrace, a garage for storage and has unobstructed views of the Roman amphitheatre and aqueduct. Price: €165,000 Agent: swixim.fr

BRAZIL: SAO PAULO

This spacious contemporary apartment has been completely renovated with high-end materials such as marble flooring. With two bedrooms, a large lounge, a television room with a fireplace and separate dining room, the property also has an outdoor terrace, of which trees along the street give much privacy. The property has an outdoor pool and two car parking spaces. Price: $201,916/€177,905 Agent: sothebysrealty.com

LATVIA: JURMALA

Sandwiched between the Gulf of Riga and the Lielupe River, the city of Jurmala has 33km of white sandy beaches with safe shallow coastal waters, and is the fifth-largest city in Latvia. This three-bedroom apartment in a new development is fully furnished and extends to 86sq m. Located on the first floor, the apartment is close to the beach and amenities. Price: €170,000 Agent: tranio.com

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MEXICO: SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE

Located near the mountains, in what the brochure describes as “one of the best preserved green areas” in the region, this new three-bedroom house extends to 180sq m. As the property is the first to be completed in a development, there is an opportunity to purchase adjacent lands to create a larger garden than its current 0.3 acres. Interiors are incredible with Catalan vaulted ceilings and exposed stone walls. Price: $189,698/€167,142 Agent: sothebysrealty.com