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KNOWING WHAT YOUR money will get you in a constantly fluctuating market can be valuable whether you’re a first time buyer or have been on the ladder a while.
Each week, we cherry-pick a collection of houses across the country within a specific price range, to give you a better sense of what you might be able to afford.
From a cosy two bed near the sea in Killiney to a four bed bungalow in Limerick, here are four homes around the country that are on the market for bang-on €400,000.
On a quiet cul de sac on Dublin’s south side, sits 61 Castle Court, an end of terrace home with two double bedrooms and a large bathroom. The ground floor features a guest WC, a living room and kitchen, plus a large south-facing conservatory. A secluded rear patio area is an additional gem for sunshine fans.
Minutes from Killiney beach and the DART, this home’s proximity to the capital and enviable location makes it an ideal option for a young family who yearns to live near the sea.
Caalamva is a four bed home that underwent an architectural redesign to make the most of its location and space inside, as well as out. An oil-fired Aga cooker nods to the farmhouse-style in the marble and cherry wood fitted kitchen, while oil fired central heating adds extra cosiness. The south facing garden benefits from a raised deck that looks over the gardens, making it an ideal space for entertaining.
Walking distance from Enniscorthy town, Caalamva has hassle-free access to many of the amenities a family would need, including primary and secondary schools, supermarkets, cafes and transport links.
Upon entering this four bed detached house, you’re presented with a vaulted ceiling and a tiled floor that leads to a well zoned, broken-plan space. A large angled window laps up every bit of light there is, while bi-fold doors give access to the outdoors. With one bedroom on the ground floor, a solid oak staircase leads to a further three on the first floor. The master bedroom enjoys an en suite bathroom and built-in wardrobes, too. Outside, a detached garage sits at the end of the gravelled driveway.
A brand new home just a mile outside Camolin village and a ten minute drive from Gorey, Whitewell will tick the right boxes for anyone with natural light and a scenic location at the top of their ‘must-have’ list.
Drive for thirty minutes from Limerick city and you’ll reach Boherard House, a four bedroom bungalow in the village of Pallaskenry. The surprisingly spacious interior is made up of an entrance hall, two lounges, a dining room, a dressing room and a utility room that all juxtapose traditional and modern features.
Surrounded by three acres of trees and mature gardens, this home offers a peaceful retreat with some convenience too. You’ll find primary and secondary schools nearby, and the village of Pallaskenry is within walking distance.
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They should rename this site Buzzfeed.
@Gary Sheahan, that’s all very well but its a paid for article. One of many that this senator places on here. It’s effectively canvassing dressed up as public interest articles.. the level of patronisation is actually sickening at this stage.
@alandel: honest question, how do you know it’s paid for, don’t the normally flag that by tagging ‘Sponsored’ on it?
@David Memery: he made it up.
@alandel: Can a woman be patronising?
@David Memery: at the very minimum it is a free platform for a senator who is not chosen by the public and whom in this instance has a clear political bias.
Well I thought it a brave article to openly post. If it helps one young woman ( or man) to overcome body issues then it was worthwhile. I don’t know her but I’m sure she does other positive things in her role as Senator. Fair play to her.
@Gary Sheahan: when i think of bravery i think of omaha beach. I do not picture an overpaid politician advertising herself to the public.
As a woman in my 60s who has never voiced a comment before I have to say I loved your piece, Lynn. Our greatest challenge is ” stilling the voice in our own heads”. Well done.
Is it time to abolish the Seanad?
We need leaders who think of more things than their own body every waking moment. Ireland cannot afford to pay for this.
@Morning Gus: Unfortunately we had a chance a few years ago to abolish the Seanad and we bottled it in favour of promises of reform (which may have happened I’m not sure I care). Either way it now continues to be a waste of resources and somewhere the Taoiseach can plant cronies between elections.
We have amazing bodies. We should be proud of how resilient they are and grateful for the lovely babies they are capable of making.We should be delighted they’re still knocking around and not in the ground and that’s for sure.
Great article, Lynn
Lynn, you look lovely, genuinely.
Concentrate on putting an end to imperialism
Sanctimonious claptrap…..and a right old load of pretentious nonsense……
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