Presentation Convent, Francis Street, Wexford Town, Co. Wexford, Y35P9CF
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Presentation Convent, Francis Street, Wexford Town, Co. Wexford, Y35P9CF

€500,000

21 Bed9 Bath1131 m²Detached
  • Price per m²:€442
  • Estimated Stamp Duty:€5,000
  • Selling Type:By Private Treaty

About this property

Highlights

  • Large Former Convent
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • Town Centre Location
  • Large Rear Garden

Description

Located in the heart of Wexford Town, this former convent presents the opportunity for a purchaser to introduce modern adaptations, creating a truly unique property. The property includes a three-storey residential building of approximately 1,131 sq.m (12,173 sq.ft.) comprising 23 bedrooms, a chapel, and large rear garden. Location The subject property occupies a central and highly accessible position in Wexford Town. The Presentation Convent enjoys a prominent profile fronting onto Francis Street, bounded by the Franciscan Friary to the east, the Presentation Secondary School to the south, and the Ferns Diocesan Youth Service (FDYS) to the west. The surrounding area offers an excellent mix of local amenities, including schools, shops, and community services, while Wexford Town Centre - just a short walk or drive away - provides an extensive range of additional facilities. Description This substantial property comprises a three-storey residential building of approximately 1,131 sq.m (12,173 sq.ft.) comprising 23 bedrooms, a chapel, and large rear garden. The ground floor features two parlours, two expansive living rooms, two bedrooms, a dining room, a kitchen and two utility rooms. The upper floors comprise 21 bedrooms, several WCs and a chapel with sacristy. Set on approximately 0.527 acres, the property is in reasonable condition, but substantial refurbishment and remodelling would be required to unlock this unique property's full potential. Subject to obtaining the proper planning permission, potential commercial uses for the property could include, guesthouse, boutique hotel, culinary school, healthcare facility, nursing home, community building, office, culture/arts venue, retreat centre, etc. Additionally, the property could be subdivided into several smaller residential units or apartments (s.p.p). The former Presentation Convent is included in Wexford County Council's Record of Protected Structures under the following NIAH reference number: 15502157 Further information can be found at www.avisonyoung.ie

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Distance
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School NameDavitt Road National SchoolDistance270mPupils79
School NameOur Lady Of Fatima Sp SDistance330mPupils117
School NameMercy School, WexfordDistance420mPupils380
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School NameCbs Primary WexfordDistance500mPupils366
School NameSt John Of God Primary SchoolDistance1.0kmPupils236
School NameScoil CharmanDistance1.2kmPupils207
School NameScoil Mhuire, CoolcottsDistance1.3kmPupils612
School NameWexford Educate Together National SchoolDistance1.8kmPupils205
School NameGorey Hill SchoolDistance2.6kmPupils24
School NameBarntown National SchoolDistance5.3kmPupils334
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School NamePresentation Secondary SchoolDistance170mPupils981
School NameSelskar College (coláiste Sheilscire)Distance450mPupils390
School NameChristian Brothers Secondary SchoolDistance460mPupils721
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Distance
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School NameSt. Peter's CollegeDistance560mPupils784
School NameLoreto Secondary SchoolDistance920mPupils930
School NameBridgetown CollegeDistance13.4kmPupils637
School NameMeanscoil GharmanDistance15.5kmPupils228
School NameColáiste AbbáinDistance18.3kmPupils461
School NameSt Mary's C.b.s.Distance19.1kmPupils772
School NameColáiste BrídeDistance19.5kmPupils753
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TypeBusDistance410mStopCrescent QuayRouteUm04DestinationMaynooth University North CampusProviderArdcavan Coach Tours
TypeBusDistance430mStopCustom House QuayRoute390DestinationKilmore QuayProviderWexford Bus
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TypeBusDistance460mStopPaul QuayRoute390DestinationKilmore QuayProviderWexford Bus
TypeBusDistance520mStopPaul QuayRouteWx1DestinationWexford StationProviderWexford Bus
TypeBusDistance530mStopSelskar CollegeRoute877DestinationWexford O'Hanrahan StationProviderWexford Bus
TypeBusDistance560mStopHill StreetRouteWx1DestinationWexford StationProviderWexford Bus
TypeBusDistance580mStopWexford O'Hanrahan StationRoute877DestinationWexford O'Hanrahan StationProviderWexford Bus
TypeBusDistance580mStopWexford O'Hanrahan StationRoute387DestinationWexfordProviderTfi Local Link Wexford
TypeBusDistance580mStopWexford O'Hanrahan StationRouteWx2DestinationClonard VillageProviderWexford Bus

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