Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Estate Agents in Kilrea, Northern Ireland
H A McIlrath & Sons was established in 1917 and has grown into one of Northern Ireland's most respected independent land and estate agencies. Our family-run business combines over a century of experience with a deep understanding of the local property market, serving clients across Co. Derry/Londonderry and Co. Antrim. We specialise in rural sales, residential sales and rentals, land letting, valuations, and agricultural auctioneering. Our livestock market, established in 1954, operates four weekly sales alongside seasonal machinery and breeding stock events. We pride ourselves on professional service delivery, using modern marketing tools like 3D tours and drone footage while maintaining traditional values of client care. Our team includes RICS-registered valuers and experienced auctioneers who provide expert advice on property transactions, inheritance tax, and compulsory purchase compensation.With offices in Kilrea near Northern Ireland's scenic North Coast, we serve both local and national clients without geographical limitations. Our centenary celebrations in 2017 marked the opening of new facilities while reaffirming our commitment to the agricultural community. We maintain a loyal client base through transparent communication, competitive pricing, and a proven track record in property sales and land management. Our dual expertise in real estate and livestock markets positions us as unique specialists in rural property transactions across Northern Ireland.
Services
Rural Sales
Residential Sales
Residential Rentals
Land Letting
Valuations
Machinery Sales
Livestock Market
Details
- Year established: 1917
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience in Northern Irish rural property markets
- Our RICS-registered valuers provide expert property assessment services
- We operate four weekly livestock sales with seasonal machinery auctions
- Our team combines traditional expertise with modern marketing techniques
- We serve clients across Co. Derry/Londonderry and Co. Antrim without geographical barriers
Services
Rural Sales
We specialise in selling farms, small holdings and country properties across Northern Ireland. Our expertise in agricultural property transactions combines local market knowledge with nationwide reach. We provide comprehensive marketing strategies including professional photography and digital promotion.
Livestock Market
Operating four weekly livestock sales and seasonal machinery auctions since 1954. Our professionally managed market handles dairy stock, cattle, sheep and machinery sales. We offer both in-person and online purchasing options through our MartEye platform.
Residential Sales
We market residential properties using high-quality brochures, 3D tours and drone footage. Our 50+ years of local property market experience ensures optimal pricing and exposure through our website and PropertyPal.com listings.
Valuations
RICS-registered valuers provide expert assessments for inheritance tax, capital gains tax and matrimonial disputes. We also handle compulsory purchase compensation claims for landowners affected by infrastructure projects.
Land Letting
We manage and let farmland for potato cultivation, grazing, cropping and barley production. Our services include property management packages and tenant sourcing for landowners across Northern Ireland.
People
John E McIlrath
Director
Third-generation family member leading the business since 2017. FRICS qualified with extensive experience in rural property transactions and land management across Northern Ireland.
Mark Stewart
Livestock Manager
Professional livestock market manager with responsibility for daily operations and sales coordination. Ensures smooth running of weekly and seasonal livestock and machinery auctions.
William McIlrath
Assistant Manager
Supports livestock market operations with family heritage in agricultural services. Combines traditional auctioneering skills with modern market management techniques.
Questions
What services does H.A. McIlrath & Sons offer?
We provide rural property sales, residential sales and rentals, land letting, professional valuations, and livestock market services including weekly auctions.
When was H.A. McIlrath & Sons established?
The main business was established in 1917, with the livestock market division operating since 1954.
Where are your offices located?
Our main office and livestock mart are located at 46 Maghera St, Kilrea, Coleraine, BT51 5QN, near Northern Ireland's North Coast.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Co. Derry/Londonderry and Co. Antrim, with property transactions extending across Northern Ireland.
How can I participate in livestock sales?
You can attend our market in person or purchase online through our MartEye platform kilrea.marteye.ie.
What valuation services do you provide?
We offer RICS-registered valuations for inheritance tax, capital gains tax, matrimonial disputes, and compulsory purchase compensation claims.
