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Light, luxury and landscaped gardens in the heart of vibrant Drumcondra for €900k

128 Lower Drumcondra Road is a period build that has been totally transformed inside.

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A PERIOD REDBRICK with a contemporary design, 128 Lower Drumcondra Road is a commanding property.

On the market for €900,000 through Sherry FitzGerald, the four-bed is positioned on a corner of the popular Dublin 9 address and has impeccable landscaped gardens to both the front and rear. 

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While it has been renovated and extended over the years, No 128 retains much of its original charm and character thanks to original features including marble fireplaces and polished wooden floors.

Mature trees and shrubbery create a sense of of privacy in the front garden, while a small seating area means you can follow the sunshine on long summer evenings. 

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Stone steps lead to the front door, which opens through to the hallway with eye-catching ornate coving. The dining room is to the right, where a large bay window overlooks the front garden and allows for plenty of natural light. There’s an original marble fireplace in here, as well as original floorboards.

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Double doors open to the kitchen, which is fitted with solid wood built-in units, a six-hob Aga and granite worktops. To the rear is a spacious and modern living area with ample space to unwind, plus access to the rear courtyard. For those who are continuing to work from home, there’s a separate office with enough room to fit two desks. 

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Moving upstairs, there’s a double bedroom and en suite bathroom on the first floor return, while the master bedroom is on the first floor. This room spans the width of the property and exudes elegance with a bay window, ornate centre rose and coving, original floorboards and an original marble fireplace.

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There are two further double bedrooms in the property; one on the first floor and one with a shower room on the second floor.  

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Alongside its tasteful interior, No 128 also has plenty to offer in terms of location. It’s positioned in the heart of Drumcondra village, with a selection of cafes, restaurants and shops close by, as well as public parks, schools and DCU St Patrick’s Campus. There are multiple public transport options, while the walk to O’Connell St is a convenient 25 minutes. 

For those looking to enjoy the hustle and bustle of city living with plenty of space and privacy, 128 Lower Drumcondra Road ticks all of the boxes.

128 Lower Drumcondra Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9 is on the market for €900,000 through Sherry FitzGerald via Daft.ie. 

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