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What can I get around Ireland right now... for exactly €275,000?

From a new build on the Dublin coast to a four-bed in east Cork.

FINDING A HOME that not only fits into your budget but also includes at least some of the features on your wishlist can be tricky business in Ireland’s competitive market.

That’s why, each week, we curate a list of four homes within a set price range, to give you a more rounded sense of what’s out there. This week, we’re looking at houses around the country that are on the market for a very attractive price tag indeed: €275,000.

Balbriggan, Co Dublin 

new development in Balbriggan, Taylor Hill features a mix of two, three and four-bedroom homes, so will suit anyone from a first-time buyer to a large family hoping to scale up. There’s a budget-friendly price tag too, with houses available from €245,000, and moving up to €360,000 for the highest-end four-bed. Right now €275,000 will get you the three-bed terraced style. And the best part? You’ll be living just ten minutes from the beach.

Balbriggan is one of Dublin’s largest commuter towns, and its population has exploded in the last few decades. Taylor Hill is ten minutes from the beach, and close to a wealth of amenities including schools, shops, restaurants and a large shopping centre. Travel time to the city centre is about 40 minutes by car, and the airport is 20 minutes away.

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Midleton, East Cork

Built in 2005, this four-bed semi detcahed home in Cork recently saw an extensive renovation in the form of a new kitchen, new floors and a full repaint. A blank canvas for the buyer to decorate how they wish, the space includes a hallway, sitting room, open plan kitchen and dining area and four double bedrooms, one of which has an en suite bathroom. 

The Broomfield development is within walking distance of Midleton town centre and all of its amenities. Cork city is a mere thirty minute drive away, too.

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Athlone, Co Westmeath

Located in a quiet development just outside Athlone town, this detached home may look small from the outset. However, four bedrooms make up the space, as well as an impressive four bathrooms. With a garden to the back and parking to the front, 8 Forest Mill Way has family living in mind. Simple decor and central heating act as ideal jumping off points for creating a cosy home where any style can be introduced, easily.

The development is within walking distance of local amenities such as a new primary school, shops and a supermarket, with plenty of bars, restaurants and more in Athlone town.

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Santry, Dublin 9

No. 11 Temple Court is a roomy apartment with a balcony that overlooks Santry Park on the capital’s northside. Accessed by stairs or lift, this modern three-bed would suit anyone who needs to be close to the action. Rooms comprise of an entrance hall, open plan living and dining room, a kitchen, two double bedrooms and a single bedroom.

Close to Santry village and the Omni Shopping Centre & Cineplex, the apartment is minutes’ walk to everything new home owners will need. And that’s before you even venture into the city centre, about a 25-minute bus trip away.

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