Apartments in Sandyford Hall / Bracken Hill

yzmnzr123

We're looking to buy a property in Dublin / ideally close to Sandyford. Now, since the house prices are off the roof, the apartments seem more affordable. The apartments in Sandyford Hall, Bracken Hill seems ok - looks like they aren't the best, but definitely not the worst. However I'm super weary of of making a decision because of all the fire-safety related problems that surfaced in Dublin.

I was hoping to get some inside-information here, are there any apt-owners, or tenants who are living in the apt-blocks over there? Any significant problems? Are they falling apart like the beacon, where the construction companies are bankrupt etc..? (Ex: ) Can you change the windows to make the insulation more efficient? Any pipe related problems? Basically all good / bad sides and all kinds of feedback is appreciated.

nak

I live in Ticknock Hill, apartments are built to a high standard. Friends bought in the neighbouring development and they are happy with their apartment. They upgraded the boiler but no issues I'm aware of.

Marise

Hi,

I also live in Ticknock Hill renting and currently looking for propety to buy.
All of these estates are very close to M50, I overlook itfrom my bedroom. From what I’ve noticed the seems to be bit better in some apartment blocks and worse in other depending how close they are. Public transpot is problematic only one bus once an hour to Blackrock, I am currently resorting to walk to Balally/Glencairn Luas which is roughly 40mins walk. To get to the estste by foot you have to cross an old council estate, it seems fine, only if it is sothing that would bother you. The apartments in in Bracken Hil/Sandyford View look quite shabby from the outside and there had recently been an article on structural defects in this estate. If you are looking to buy in this area I’d go for Ticknock Hill for sure, but consider whether M50 noise would bother you.,

Edgware

I think prices are certainly stopped rising in South Dublin and if you check around you will see apartments are taking longer to sell. I would say that there are better options nearer Dundrum. Ticknock is poorly served by transport and services. Check Dundrum out and you might just get an owner who is under pressure to sell and is prepared to take a lower offer

Drifter50

The biggest issue with Ticknock is lack of any reasonable public transport beyond 1 bus per hour. Also no access to supermarkets shops etc. Realistically you need to be a car owner. Aside from that the apartments are splendid, well kept and not too many AJH`s there

dashdoll

Hi all.

I dont mean to resurrect an ancient thread but would be very interested to hear from anyone familiar with Bracken Hill? Sale agreed on a 2bed apt there. Thank you.

Patsy167

I was renting there and moved a few months ago. The apartments are fine but I found the general area to be soullesss.

GalwayBmw

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/122977928#Comment_122977928

Biggest issue was that properties weren't mortgageable due to fire safety issues, which negatively affected prices… Plus hearing M50 24X7 mightn't be the best experience for some…

Toots

I sold an apartment there the year before last. No problem with it being mortgageable because the fire issues has been remediated and we had the cert to confirm it.

dashdoll

Thanks folks. Very concious of the fire safety issues but I'm assured it has all been sorted in the last couple of years. Obviously will ask solicitor to confirm.

Ground floor apartment so slightly concerned about that but seems like a nice development overall. Any other issues, safety etc ye experienced? Obviously would prefer somewhere with a bit more soul and coffee shops etc but not in budget. Hoping it would hold its value due to location etc. Thanks.

BlueSkyDreams

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/123008474#Comment_123008474

Bracken Hill isnt too far from Sandyford village, which has a nice pub. Not sure if the cafe is still there.