BEING CLOSE TO Dublin means a shorter (and quicker) journey to work for many commuters.

Those who are employed in the city but want to live outside of the main thoroughfares can look to the outskirts to find a wide variety of property.

Here is our pick of the five best properties on view this weekend.

Property 1 - 39 St Nessan’s Terrace, Howth, Dublin 13

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• Asking price: €449,500
• Viewing time: Saturday, 10.30-11am
• Why you should see it… This ground-floor house sits in a quiet cul-de-sac in Howth looking out over Howth Harbour and Ireland’s Eye. The three-bedroom property is close to DART and bus connections to the city centre.

Property 2 - ‘Goretti’, New Road, Howth, Dublin 13

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• Asking price: €700,000
• Viewing time: Saturday, 11.15-11.45am
• Why you should see it… ‘Goretti’ – also located in Howth – is a three-bedroom house that would suit family living. Its large rear garden faces westerly and catches plenty of sunlight.

Property 3 - 114 Killarney Heights, Herbert Road, Bray, Co. Wicklow*

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• Asking price: €320,000
• Viewing time: Saturday, 1.30-2pm
• Why you should see it… This house in Bray is within walking distance of a number of secondary and primary schools – making it ideal for a young family. Dublin is accessible by regular bus service.

Property 4 - 9 Ashton Court, Ashton Broc, Swords, Co. Dublin

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• Asking price: €229,950
• Viewing time: Saturday, 3.45-4.15pm
• Why you should see it… This three-bedroom property presents great value at under €250,000. It has been described as a great home for both first-time buyers and property investors.

Property 5 - ‘Ellington’, Dalkey Avenue, Dalkey, Co. Dublin

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• Asking price: €1,650,950
• Viewing time: Saturday, 12-12.30pm
• Why you should see it… At the high end of the market is this home in the Dalkey area. The five-bedroom house has a number of special features including solar panels, solid oak flooring and recessed lighting.