Relocators vying for extended, energy efficient, €625k Victoria Road home
CORKONIANS chomping at the bit to return to the real Capital are among those lining up to take a look at No 48 Marina Park, where viewings got underway last weekend.
Its Victoria Road location, next to Kennedy Park, is a big draw, as well as the fact that it's been extended and expertly insulated.
An external wrap, pv panels, triple-glazed windows, a new roof and a wood burning stove all contribute to the favourable B2 energy rating, which gives buyers the advantage of green mortgage rates.
Rear garden with PV panels on the roof
Floors were also replaced.
The 1940s house had already been extended when the current owners bought it and they inherited a spacious open-plan kitchen/dining area.
They beefed it up even more with the addition of a sunroom, ergo lots of rear glazing.
Even though they already had scope for a home office downstairs, they installed another in the rear garden, all wifi-ed up and ready to go for the next owners.
Ready made home office
Selling this 133 sq m four-bedroom home is Der O'Riordan of Barry Auctioneers and he says 'there's been quite a few enquiries from Dublin and from people looking to move home from Limerick, a lot of young couples, with babies.' 'The house has been completely remodeled and has gone from a 'D' energy rating to a B2. There's huge interest and I have 28 people booked in this weekend,' the agent says.
Front reception room
He adds that the driveway has been widened and cobble-locked and can accommodate a camper van and two cars.
'It's a property that offers comfort and character in a highly desirable location,' Mr O'Riordan says.
New marina promenade is close to Marina Park
No 48, on the market with a guide of €625,000, is one of many Marina Park homes to undergo upgrades in recent years. The wider area is enjoying significant improvements to the public realm as part of the docklands regeneration project.
VERDICT: Insulated, extended and well-located, a bidding war is highly likely.
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