St Ives, Bissetts Strand, Malahide, Co. Dublin

Viewing by appointment only, and will be carried out using Covid-19 safety guidelines. Apartment No. 1 is a bright and modern apartment was lovingly renovated to a luxurious standard by PADHouse Renovation and Space Consultants. The apartment is oozing character and charm. It boasts many features rarely found in apartment living, such as a private front door, underfloor heating, solid fuel stove, and whirlpool bath. The garden is south west facing and has a sunny patio for relaxing and entertaining. You can access the property from the front or the back. Minor modifications could make this apartment wheelchair accessible if required. The apartment has a gas fired combi boiler, and has been internally insulated, which leads to very low heating and hot water costs annually. This is an excellent investment opportunity with a potential annual return of approximately 6% on long term letting, or approximately 9% on short term lets. The BER rating is C2. The apartment is situated in a gated, secure complex with car parking that is overlooking Malahide Estuary. It is within a stones throw of the village shops, restaurants, sporting facilities, schools, amenities, Malahide Castle and Malahide train station which has links to Dublin City and beyond. It is also at the edge of a new walkway/cycleway that has been granted planning permission to extend over the estuary along the side of the train tracks, which will connect Malahide Castle to Newbridge Demesne in Donabate. This new walkway is guaranteed to enhance the area even further. The apartment complex comprises of 30 apartments set within 3 buildings, which is maintained internally in a non-profit way by the residents. The annual fee of 1550 euro goes directly back into the maintenance, repair and upgrading of the gardens and buildings. Every year the management committee ensure that money is placed into a sinking fund for emergencies. Each resident also has an opportunity to be part of the overall decision making in relation to the allocation of funds, which not only makes it a very unique place to live, but creates a real sense of community amongst the residents. Whether bought as an investment, or a home, this apartment is guaranteed to meet the needs of any potential buyer. The current owner is only selling as they are moving away from the area permanently.