Town & Country: What will €485,000 buy in Dublin and Wicklow?

Two homes, one price: A three-bed semi-D in Churchtown or an old stationmaster’s house and cottage in Grangecon

The Stationmaster's House, Grange Con, Dunlavin, Co Wicklow
The Stationmaster's House, Grange Con, Dunlavin, Co Wicklow

Country

Address: The Stationmaster’s House, Grangecon, Dunlavin, Co Wicklow

Agent: Sherry FitzGerald O’Reilly

Dating from the 1880s and built for the station master of the Grangecon railway station, this property also has a cottage, formerly used as an artist’s studio. Now offering four bedrooms between the two units, the property lies on an acre of mature gardens, just a stroll to local amenities.

Plus: Quaint home on a large site

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Minus: Ber is G

7 Loreto Avenue,  Churchtown, Dublin 14
7 Loreto Avenue, Churchtown, Dublin 14

Town

Address: 7 Loreto Avenue, Churchtown, Dublin 14

Agent: Lynam Auctioneers

This C2-rated house has three bedrooms and is located close to Rathfarnham, Dundrum and a host of primary and secondary schools. Extending to 89sq m (958sq ft), it has a large, private back garden and off-street parking to the front. The area is well served by public transport and the Luas green line.

Plus: Good location

Minus: The third bedroom is a single

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle

Elizabeth Birdthistle, a contributor to The Irish Times, writes about property, fine arts, antiques and collectables