ARE YOU ON the hunt for the perfect home but hoping to get as much bang for your buck as possible? You’re not alone.
Each week, we pick four homes within a similar budget in one location, to give you a better idea of the property landscape at a set price point.
This week, we’re heading to Co Kildare and looking at properties on the market for €500,000 or under.
18 Rathbride Close is a well maintained home in Kildare town that spans 158 m².The back garden faces south, so the home is bright. The ground floor comprises an entrance hall, a living room with solid oak floors and a stone mantelpiece and a modern kitchen with bespoke cabinets by Fran Moylan kitchens. A utility room, TV room and a guest bedroom with a Jack & Jill bathroom complete the ground floor. Upstairs, you’ll find a spacious main bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe and newly decorated bathroom. The other two bedrooms share the family bathroom.
Outside, the house has a cobblelock driveway with a side gate for access to the back garden. The back garden has a newly painted deck and a roofed pergola, perfect for outdoor dining. Additional features include double glazing, a newly fitted gas boiler, and plenty of off-street parking. This home is conveniently located within walking distance of schools and the train station.
24 Gleann Na Riogh Court is a four bedder in Naas that spans 124 m². It has been refurbished recently, so it’s ready to walk into. The interior has new flooring, a modern kitchen and an upgraded boiler and radiators. The house features a private mature garden, off-street parking and a south-facing garden. The ground floor comprises a reception hall, lounge with an open fire, dining room with patio doors and a well-equipped kitchen. There’s also a utility room, guest toilet and an extra room that could be an office or the fourth bedroom.
Upstairs, you’ll find three bedrooms, including the main with its own bathroom. This home is a short walk from Naas town centre, offering access to various amenities. It’s conveniently close to the M7 and N7 motorways and is well-connected to local schools and shops.
Oldgrange is a spacious four-bed with a floor area of 115 m² that’s nestled on almost an acre in a peaceful cul-de-sac. With a C2 BER, it was built in 1981 and it features three spacious double bedrooms. The home offers a newly fitted kitchen, modern bathroom, laminate flooring and a wood-burning stove.
The outdoor space is a standout feature, with extensive offices, workshops, a games room and garages. The location means it’s close to Monasterevin, the M7 and the train station. Commuting to Dublin is a breeze, with the city centre reachable in under 50 minutes. The property is surrounded by gardens, including a secret back garden with its own private football pitch.
66 Old Millrace is a generously-sized three-bed home that spans 107m². Recently redecorated, it’s now in great condition and located in the heart of Monasterevin. The ground floor comprises a reception hall, sitting room with an open fire, a guest toilet, storage under the stairs and a kitchen and dining room with a utility room that sits off it. Features include gas central heating, double glazed windows and an alarm system.
Upstairs, you’ll find two double bedrooms, one of which has its own bathroom. The single room and the other double share the family bathroom. Commuters will appreciate easy access to the M7 and the M50 in Dublin. It’s near parks, heritage sites and the equestrian hub of the Curragh.
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