Francis Street, Dublin 8
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Francis Street, Dublin 8

€2,250,000

580 m²Investment Property
  • Selling Type:By Private Treaty
  • BER No:800885303
  • Energy Performance:224.0 kWh/m2/yr
  • Available From:Immediately

About this property

Description

No 30-31 Francis Street is a recently refurbished 4 storey over basement, dual aspect terraced building, and is primely located on the perimeter of the city centre on Francis Street just o Thomas Street and within minutes walk to Christchurch and Dame Street. Ground floor and basement levels comprise of an entrance hallway with a reception and several cellular treatment rooms and welfare facilities. The floors have undergone a complete refurbishment having been recently let out to Mov & Life Health & Beauty Ltd. The first floor and second floors are occupied by Goosebump Ltd; a creative advertising agency. The floors are accessed through a separate street level entrance door. Both floors were also completely renovated in 2022 and are generally open planned with some separate cellular offices and two large boardrooms. The floors are linked by a feature of an internal spiral staircase. There are also glass partitioned meeting rooms and managers offices therein. The floors have their own kitchen and toilet facilities and benefit from a usable fibre glassed roof terrace on the first-floor level. The third floor is occupied by Not Another Ltd, a management and production company. The 3rd floor is entered via the separate ground level entrance. This floor consists of two open planned offices and has its own toilet and kitchen facilities. There is also a featured open roof terrace located to the rear of the building. A new asphalt roof was installed on the building in 2022 GROUND FLOOR & BASEMENT - MOV & LIFE HEALTH AND BEAUTY LIMITED 10 years (5 Year Break 6 Months' Notice) Review Every Five Years Rent €75,000 p.a. plus Vat lease Expiry 31st July 2034 FIRST & SECOND FLOORS - GOOSEBUMP LTD - Guarantor (DDFH&B Ltd.) 10 years Review Every Five Years Rent €70,000 p.a. plus Vat Lease Expiry 10th November 2026 THIRD FLOOR - NOT ANOTHER LTD. Term 4 Years 9 Months Rent €30,000 p.a. plus Vat Lease Expiry 31st October 2026 Located just of Thomas Street, these properties sit in a Prime position less than 500m from Dame Street and 1km from Dublin City Centre and St. Stephen's Green. The area is a thriving hub with a diverse range of amenities, including bars, restaurants, and cafés, alongside key attractions such as Vicar Street (concert venue), the National College of Art & Design (NCAD), the Guinness storehouse, and Christ Church Cathedral€"two of Dublin's most famous landmarks. The neighborhood is further enriched by hotels, student accommodation centres, and distilleries, contributing to its vibrant and eclectic atmosphere. Transport Numerous bus routes connect the area to the city centre and surrounding districts. The Red LUAS line is accessible at Smithfield and Four Courts, both just a 10-minute walk away. This prime central location, combined with a bustling atmosphere and strong transport connectivity, makes these properties an excellent investment opportunity. Investment in Dublin 8 The area continues to experience significant investment, particularly with the development of the Guinness Quarter adjacent to the Guinness Storehouse. This project will bring 336 residential units, the 300 seats performance space, a market and food hall showcasing Irish craft and produce, as well as commercial and community spaces. Additionally, the ongoing '¬11 million renovation of the Iveagh Markets' roof, located next door, highlights the continued regeneration of Dublin 8. Also, the former Tivoli Theatre which is now open and operating as a Stay City Aparthotel, is only 100m from the subject property. This Aparthotel includes a state of the art 242-bed facility with courtyard, bars and restaurants adding a great vibe to the area. The Clock Bar on Thomas Street has recently been redeveloped and is now open once more. All the above shows the confidence and appetite amongst developers and investors to invest in this wonderful area of Dublin 8.

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School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameFrancis St CbsDistance110mPupils164
School NameSt Audoen's National SchoolDistance300mPupils181
School NameSt Brigid's Primary SchoolDistance320mPupils228
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameSt Patrick's Cathedral Choir SchoolDistance360mPupils23
School NameSouth City CnsDistance540mPupils161
School NamePresentation Primary SchoolDistance680mPupils229
School NameGeorges Hill SchoolDistance770mPupils152
School NameScoil Treasa NaofaDistance850mPupils165
School NameSt. James's Primary SchoolDistance960mPupils278
School NameCanal Way Educate Together National SchoolDistance980mPupils379
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameSt Patricks Cathedral Grammar SchoolDistance370mPupils302
School NamePresentation CollegeDistance660mPupils221
School NameJames' Street CbsDistance970mPupils220
School Name
Distance
Pupils
School NameThe BrunnerDistance990mPupils219
School NameSynge Street Cbs Secondary SchoolDistance1.0kmPupils291
School NameMount Carmel Secondary SchoolDistance1.2kmPupils398
School NameSt Josephs Secondary SchoolDistance1.3kmPupils238
School NameLoreto CollegeDistance1.4kmPupils584
School NameCatholic University SchoolDistance1.5kmPupils547
School NameLarkin Community CollegeDistance1.6kmPupils414
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TypeBusDistance180mStopPatrick StreetRoute74DestinationEden QuayProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRouteS2DestinationIrishtownProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRoute69nDestinationSaggartProviderNitelink, Dublin Bus
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TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRouteG1DestinationRed Cow LuasProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRoute13DestinationGrange CastleProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRouteG2DestinationLiffey Valley ScProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRoute123DestinationKilnamanagh RdProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRoute123DestinationMarinoProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRoute13DestinationMountjoy SquareProviderDublin Bus
TypeBusDistance190mStopCornmarketRouteG2DestinationSpencer DockProviderDublin Bus

BER Details

BER No: 800885303

Energy Performance Indicator: 224.0 kWh/m2/yr

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  • 26/09/2025
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Daft ID: 521204941

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