Three-bed gaff less than 45mins from Dublin on sale for €155k & comes with grant

A BUNGALOW in a popular town has just hit the Irish market for €155,000 – and it’s less than 45 minutes from Dublin.

This pad is located on Mell Road in Drogheda, Co Louth – and it is eligible for major refurbishment grants from the State.

This mid-terraced home is a three-bedroom, one bath gaff that’s walking distance away from Drogheda town centre.

It also features a large kitchen and rear garden.

The home is in need of a complete refurbishment, but buyers will be eligible for government grants.

The house listing reads: “Sherry Property Consultants are excited to present this 2/3 bedroom mid terrace bungalow on to the market.

“This mid terraced bungalow which is situated in a lovely residential area on the North side of Drogheda town is in need of a complete refurbishment.”

The home features oil fired central heating, double glazed windows and is now for sale by private treaty.

When entering the home, viewers are greeted by a simple hallway with a carpet and plenty of natural light.

The family home includes a substantial kitchen with access to the rear garden that is perfect for first home buyers looking to renovate.

The kitchen has tiled flooring and is very spacious, but beware as it comes completely unfurnished.

Double glazed windows located around the house and dining area allow heaps of natural light to enter the house.

One of the major perks of buying this family home is that it is in an excellent location, with cafes, restaurants, public transport and a host of other amenities.

Along with being less than 45 minutes from Dublin, the Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and M1 motorway are also nearby.

The area also includes a choice of primary and secondary schools, perfect for family home buyers.

The gaff comes with a large rear garden that could be the perfect outdoor hideaway space if landscaped.

Property potential

There is also a spacious living room at the front of the home, and it includes a fireplace and storage room.

The room is filled with natural space and light, but it has no flooring or furniture and is in need of refurbishing.

There is one bathroom in the house, and that features a toilet.

There are three bedrooms in this pad, but none of them contain flooring, furniture or proper insluation.

These rooms are quite large, and there is tonnes of natural light coming in from windows around the home.

Eligible for grants

A major perk for buyers interested in this home is that it’s eligible for the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant.

The grant offers up to €50,000 to help cover the costs of refurbishing the property.

This can include repairs, improvements and other necessary work to make the home habitable for buyers.

The home is listed by Sherry Property, and viewings can be made by contacting the agent.