FINDING A HOME you love is a special feeling, but nothing beats finding a home you love that’s also within your price range. As the dust settles on Budget 2027, many families across the country will be delighted that the maximum amount that first-time buyers can avail of with the Help to Buy scheme has gone from €30,000 to €35,000. Affording a home is now a real prospect and Brackinrainey in the Co Meath village of Longwood  deliver on location, energy efficiency, and, most importantly, affordability. 

Balancing all of these factors can be a challenge when you make your first foray into the housing market, so why not explore a range of homes that tick all of these boxes and more? Ideal for a young couple or family starting out on their homeowning journey, these two- and three-bedroom houses in Brackinrainey all boast full-width living areas, French doors to the garden, ensuite bedrooms, and their own parking. 

Location

Homes in Brackinrainey are ideally located for young families, with immediate access to both primary and secondary schools within 1km. Activities and amenities also abound, with doorstep access to the Royal Canal Greenway for a long leisurely cycle at the weekend, or a simple scenic walk. 

The nearby village of Longwood has everything you need for peaceful suburban living, boasting cafés, pubs, both a Spar and a Daybreak, as well as a health centre with a GP and pharmacy. Longwood GAA Club and Longwood AFC soccer club are also nearby to help fulfil your social and sporting needs. 

In terms of commuting, Brackenrainey is in a highly convenient location. The housing development is 8 minutes away from the M4, a motorway which connects Dublin with the west of Ireland — making travel straightforward in either direction. Public transport needs are also catered for, with Enfield train station just 10 minutes away. The Royal Canal Greenway also offers options for cyclists. 

Energy

All of the homes in the Brackenrainey development come with an A2 BER, which will mean major savings on your energy bills over time. Each home is built with a high level of insulation, as well as an air-to-water heat pump. 

Each home is block-built using concrete and comes with a 10-year structural guarantee. EV charging provision is also available where applicable, helping you build the sustainable life of your dreams. 

Affordability

All Brackinrainey house types are within the Meath First Home Scheme price limit of €475,000, so there’s a range of homes to those considering their options. The Pine, for example, at €350,000 is a two-bedroom home with 74 square metres of space, making it ideal for a young couple looking to finally stretch their wings and get into a home of their own.

The Sycamore at €425,000 is a three-bed, 100 sq.m home perfect for young and working families, and includes a dedicated study room, while The Oak is a three-bed that offers 105 sq.m of space, with prices also starting at €425,000. The Cedar and The Willow (3-bed, 98 sq.m) are coming soon, meaning there is plenty of choice for first-time buyers who want to explore the warm, comfortable and well-connected life that comes with a home in Brackinrainey.

Affordability is key for young families looking for a home in Meath or near Dublin, and first-time buyers may be eligible to avail of assistance from programmes such as Help to Buy and the First Home Scheme, so how would this actually add up?

If we give an example of first-time buyers with a 35-year mortgage and an *illustrative rate of 3.5%

The Pine, €350,000
- First Home Scheme: €70,000
- Deposit: €35,000, covered by Help to Buy
- Mortgage: €245,000
- Approx. monthly repayment: €1,013

The Oak, €425,000
- First Home Scheme: €85,000
- Deposit: €42,500 (€35,000 Help to Buy + €7,500 buyer’s own funds)
- Mortgage: €297,500
- Approx. monthly repayment: €1,230

 Find out more about the new A-rated homes at Brackinrainey, Longwood, and register your interest here: https://www.brackinrainey.ie/.

*These rates are illustrative and we’ll confirm the final one with you.