2 Bed Apartment — Dublin 4, Co. Dublin in Dublin 4, Co. Dublin

2 Bed Apartment — Dublin 4, Co. Dublin

Units 7 & 7A, 10 & 10A Simmonscourt, Simmonscourt Road, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, D04 XC98 D04 XC98

Bedrooms 2
Floor Area 60 m²
Rate (AMV) €31,667/m²
BER Rating D2

Property Overview

A prime multi-unit residential investment opportunity. Comprising 2 x two-bedroom apartments and 2 x three bedroom, two storey duplex apartments. Ranging in size from approximately 60 sq. m - 120 sq. m (645 sq. ft - 1,291 sq. ft). Located just off Simmonscourt Road in Dublin 4. Well sought after residential location approximately 600 meters from Ballsbridge Village & 750 meters from Sandymount DART station. Inclusion of 4 x surface car parking spaces. Vacant possession.

Location in Ireland

Situated in Dublin 4, Co. Dublin· Routing Key D04

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Auction Lifecycle, Reserve & PPR Price History

Complete chronological log of auction events, Advised Minimum Value (AMV) revisions, and Property Price Register matches for this property.

  1. #1
    Auction #1 — BidX1 Ireland Thu 20 Feb · 11:29
    AMV: €1,900,000 · Highest Bid: €1,900,000 · Sold Price: €1,900,000 SOLD

    Sold for €1,900,000 (+0% vs Guide AMV €1,900,000).

Irish Statutory Open Data Telemetry

Croí Cónaithe Vacant Home & SEAI Refurbishment Grant Estimator

This property exhibits key vacant/refurbishment characteristics qualifying for statutory renovation capital subsidies of up to €75,000.

🏚️ Up to €50k Grant Candidate
Croí Cónaithe Scheme Vacant Tier
€50,000

Grant of up to €50,000 for vacant homes built prior to 2008 and vacant for 2+ years. Administered by Co. Dublin Local Authority.

SEAI Energy Retrofit Home Energy Upgrades
Up to €25,000

Indicative Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) grants including heat pump system (€6,500), external wall insulation (up to €8,000), solar PV (€2,100), and attic insulation.

Combined Grant Package Total Non-Repayable Subsidy
€75,000

Total combined capital grants receivable by an owner-occupier or qualifying registered landlord to directly fund renovation works.

Net Effective Purchase Cost Sold Price Less Grants
€1,825,000

Net out-of-pocket acquisition baseline after deducting statutory grants from the final sold price of €1,900,000.

Why this property qualifies for review:

Property indicates vacancy or requirement for substantial modernisation, qualifying for up to €50,000 under the Croí Cónaithe Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant plus up to €25,000 in SEAI energy retrofit grants.

Statutory Irish Open Data Telemetry

Title, Folio & Boundary Due Diligence (Tailte Éireann)

Official Land Registry and INSPIRE Cadastral Parcel intelligence. Irish property auction contracts are unconditional, making title and boundary verification essential prior to bidding.

🏛️ Freehold (Fee Simple)
Land Registry Folio Tailte Éireann
Pending Legal Pack

Folio number not advertised in listing description. Verify Title Deed root or Registry of Deeds memorials in vendor legal pack.

Legal Title Tenure Absolute Ownership
Freehold (Fee Simple)

Outright freehold ownership in perpetuity with zero ground rent liability. Represents the cleanest legal title under Irish conveyancing law.

Cadastral Boundary Plot INSPIRE / PRAI
60 m² Unit

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Title Structure Individual Title
Single Standalone Folio

Standalone registered title with independent direct roadway frontage and boundary demarcation.

SEAI National Building Energy Register

Energy & Building Diagnostics (Official SEAI Register)

Statutory energy efficiency benchmark, thermal heat demand, and decarbonisation pathway to Ireland's National B2 Retrofit Standard.

BER D2
SEAI BER Certificate ndber.seai.ie
BER D2

Standard rating certificate referenced in auction catalogue.

Primary Energy Consumption kWh/m²/year
280 kWh/m²/yr

Indicates calculated annual primary energy required for space heating, hot water, and lighting per square metre of floor area.

Estimated Heating Fuel Type Diagnostic Spec
Mains Gas / Oil Central Heating

Primary space and water heating arrangement for the dwelling.

National Retrofit Target Target: B2
~€1,238/yr Saved

Estimated annual heating bill savings after upgrading wall insulation, airtightness, and heat pump to achieve SEAI B2 rating.

Est. Annual Heating Bill: ~€2,100 / year
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Carbon Footprint: ~4,200 kg CO₂ / yr
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SEAI Grant Subsidy: Up to €25,000–€35,000 Available
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National Planning Applications (NPAD) & BCMS Radar

Official spatial planning history from the Department of Housing & data.gov.ie within ~80m radius. Irish auction contracts are unconditional, making planning permissions, retention history, and adjacent zoning due diligence critical before bidding.

⚠️ Planning Refusal Logged
Direct Site History data.gov.ie
Identified On Site

Planning applications or statutory notices logged directly against this property plot or street number.

Nearby Applications ~80m Radius
43 Applications

Commercial, residential, or infrastructure proposals recorded within the immediate 80-metre buffer of this auction lot.

Refusal Risk Check Risk Alert
⚠️ Refusal Recorded

One or more applications in this boundary buffer were refused by the planning authority or An Bord Pleanála.

Retention History Retention Flag
⚠️ Retention Flag

Application history references retrospective retention permission for previous unauthorised works or extensions.

Planning Applications Logged Within Buffer (20)

Sorted by on-site relevance and distance in metres
🏠 Direct On-Site Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2265/24
⚠️ Retention SPLIT DECISION
Site: 68, O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9

RETENTION: PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Permission for retention is sought by Percy Nominees Limited for restoration, refurbishment and modifications to the protected structure at 68 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9. The works requiring permission for retention consist of the following: All original fireplaces cleaned and retained. Fire protection provided to all existing structural support straps. New wall to first floor to recreate what was previously constructed. Works to doors. Wall lining to ground floor and part of basement. Wall vents provided to basement liner. Fire rated enclosure to stair at basement and ground floor. Existing stairs at basement to ground floor to be revised. New vent provided to basement. Damp to wall and floors of basement front stores made good and left cleaned. New lime plaster to existing wall to part of ground floor. Make good existing plaster and lath ground floor front ceiling, including new lime plaster where required. Retain existing cornice, extend/repair with new matching cornice where required. Plasterboard ceiling to rear ground floor.

🏠 Direct On-Site Dublin City Council Ref: 4081/19
REFUSED
Site: 68, O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin 1, D01P8Y9

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: the developments consists of: alterations to the existing shop front, new advertisement signage at front fascia elevation at O'Connell Street Upper, all associated site and ancillary works at this address in accordance with the plans submitted.

🏠 Direct On-Site Dublin City Council Ref: 3628/19
INCOMPLETED
Site: 68, O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development consists of: alterations to the existing shop front, new advertisement signage at front fascia elevation at O'Connell Street Upper, all associated site and ancillary worksat this address in accordance with the plans as submitted.

🏠 Direct On-Site Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2156/24
⚠️ Retention INCOMPLETED
Site: 68 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: RETENTION & PERMISSION: PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission and permission for retention is sought by Percy Nominees Limited for restoration, refurbishment and modifications to the protected structure at 68 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9. The works requiring permission for retention consist of the following completed works: All original fireplaces cleaned and retained. Fire protection provided to all existing structural support straps. New wall to first floor to recreate what was previously constructed. Works to doors. Wall lining to ground floor and part of basement. Wall vents provided to basement liner. Fire rated enclosure to stair at basement and ground floor. Existing stairs at basement to ground floor to be revised. New vent provided to basement. Damp to wall and floors of basement front stores made good and left cleaned. The works requiring permission consist of the following proposed works: New lime plaster to existing wall to part of ground floor. Make good existing plaster and lath ground floor front ceiling, including new lime plaster where required. Retain existing cornice, extend/repair with new matching cornice where required. Plasterboard ceiling to rear ground floor.

🏠 Direct On-Site Dublin City Council Ref: 5055/22
GRANTED
Site: 68 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1, D01 P8Y9

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning Permission for restoration, refurbishment and modifications to the protected structure. The proposed works will consist of: 1. Exterior: Front facade plaster to be repaired and painted. Lead flashings to be provided. Repair or replacement of existing drainpipes. Parapet coping stones to be removed, relayed on dpc and repointed, 2. Roof: Replace roof synthetic finish with blue Bangor slate. Timbers to be inspected and treated and retained or replaced as required. Provide lead gutters and flashings. Plaster inside of parapet wall. Provide access hatch to roof. Provide insulation to attic area. 3. Interior: Replace decayed timbers where required with treated timber or concrete where appropriate. Repair all retained joinery. Repair fireplaces. Repair brickwork and joints. Rebuild small panel to right of internal door at first floor. Repair existing internal plaster to staircase areas. Provide further reinforcement to existing ground floor ceiling. Provide lime plaster ceilings with paint finish to upper floors. 4. Openings: Open up 3 no. historic window opes on rear elevation and provide new one over one double glazed windows. Repair front one over one windows, retaining the existing glazing where possible.

📍 ~37 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 4090/22
REFUSED
Site: 32 Henry Street, Dublin 1, D01 V279

Planning permission for the proposed development will consist of the change of use of the ground floor unit from retail use to cafe/patisserie shop including the sale of hot and cold beverages. The following works are proposed: (i) internal configuring of unit including fit out of unit to facilitate development with provision of serving counter, store, customer W/C and seating area at ground floor level; (ii) alterations to ground floor level facade including painting of shopfront and revised signage along Henry Street with projecting signage; (iii) all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. This building is located within an architectural conservation area.

📍 ~39 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 2150/19
GRANTED
Site: Nos. 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street & No. 29 North Earl Street, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning Permission on a site of c.0.03ha located at Nos. 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street and No. 29 North Earl Street, Dublin 1. The upper floor facades of Nos. 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street are a Protected Structure (RPS Ref. 6016). The development will consist of a change of use from office use to hotel use at basement, part ground, first, second, third, fourth and fifth floor levels comprising a total area of c.1,176 sq.m. No alterations are proposed to the existing cafe unit at ground floor level. The proposed development includes the reconfiguration of the internal floorplan layouts to facilitate 41 no. en-suite bedrooms at first to fifth floor levels including a dining/reception area at first floor level. The proposed development also includes a concierge space at ground floor level. The proposed development will include: replacement of the non-original windows at first to fifth floor levels of the building facades facing Upper O'Connell Street and North Earl Street; minor repair works to the building facades at Upper O'Connell Street and North Earl Street; decal signage above the existing door at ground floor level on Upper O'Connell Street; 4 no. external balconies to the rear (north) of the building at second to fifth floor levels; the removal of the external fire escape stair to the rear (north) elevation and the replacement of the external maintenance stair between fifth floor and roof levels; minor modifications to the window/door arrangements to the rear (northern and eastern) building facades; inclusion of water tanks at basement and roof levels; piped infrastructure and services and all associated site development works above and below ground.

📍 ~39 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 3488/23
GRANTED
Site: 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street and No. 29 North Earl Street, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: permission for development on a site of c.0.03ha located at Nos. 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street and No. 29 North Earl Street, Dublin 1 (a Protected Structure). The upper floor facades of Nos. 1-2 Upper O'Connell Street are a Protected Structure (RPS Ref. 6016). The development will consist of alterations to approved development (Prev Reg Ref: 2150/19 ) consisting of the provision of a fire escape stairs serving all floors, provision of a fire exit corridor at ground floor level, alterations to existing shopfront to provide a fire exit door to match existing shopfront, removal of 5 previously approved bedrooms to accommodate the new fire stairs. Provision of 2 additional bedrooms at first floor level giving a new total number of 38 bedrooms, relocation of existing roof access door to rear north west elevation and provision of replacement window, and minor internal alterations to accommodate the changes, all remaining works will be carried out as approved under Reg Ref: 2150/19 and all associated site development works above and below ground.

📍 ~42 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2229/24
GRANTED
Site: Unit 2, GPO Building, Henry Street, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE - PERMISSION FOR A REPLACEMENT TIMBER SHOPFRONT AND SIGNAGE TO INCLUDE NEW FACADE LOGO SIGNAGE WITH LED CORONA LIGHTING AND REPLACEMENT PROJECTING SIGN ON A PROTECTED STRUCTURE.

📍 ~42 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2170/24
INCOMPLETED
Site: Unit 2, GPO Building, Henry Street, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Proposed replacement timber shopfront and signage to include new facade logo signage with LED Corona Lighting and replacement projecting sign on a Protected Structure.

📍 ~43 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 3290/19
GRANTED
Site: G.P.O., Lower O'Connell Street, Dublin 1, D01 F5P2 (The G.P.O. is a Protected Structure)

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development will consist of the erection of two external banners for a temporary period of three years at the main entrance portico of the G.P.O. on O'Connell Street and the replacement of an existing wall mounted brass plaque (675mm x 240mm) with a new plaque of the same dimensions at the north door entrance on the O'Connell Street facade. The banners and plaque are to identify the GPO WITNESS HISTORY VISITOR CENTRE located in the public exhibition area granted permission per Dublin City Council Reg. Ref. 3677/13. The banners will be suspended between two pairs of columns at the portico, facing toward O'Connell Street. The banners will measure 6.500m high and 2.500m wide, be suspended approximately 4.750 metres clear above ground level, be composed of semi-transparent mesh fabric and supported off stainless steel non-invasive fixings on the stone columns at top and bottom.

📍 ~43 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 5492/22
⚠️ Retention GRANTED
Site: G.P.O., Lower O'Connell Street, Dublin 1, D01 F5P2

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: RETENTION: The development will consist of the retention of two existing external banners for a further temporary period of three years at the main entrance portico of the G.P.O on O'Connell Street (as per Dublin City Council Reg Ref. 3290/19 and ABP-305376-19). The banners are to identify the "GPO MUSEUM WITNESS HISTORY" located in the public exhibition area. The banners are suspended between two pairs of columns at the portico, facing toward O'Connell Street. The banners measure 6.500m high and 2.500m wide, are suspended approximately 4.750m clear above ground level, are composed of semi-transparent mesh fabric and supported off stainless steel non-invasive fixings on the stone columns at top and bottom.

📍 ~48 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 2484/20
⚠️ Retention WITHDRAWN
Site: 5, O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1

RETENTION: The development consists of: the change of use of the retail unit (50.26 sq.m) at ground floor level to a souvenir/gift shop and associated works and signage.

📍 ~48 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 5297/22
GRANTED
Site: 3, GPO Buildings, Henry Street, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Permission for the alteration of existing ground floor glazed shopfront to include the removal of existing signage and backing box; new exterior cladding for side wall pilasters and stall risers to match existing repaired and repainted fascia; installation of one backlit sign composed of individual lettering (replacing current signage) mounted on the ground floor fascia; removal of existing ground floor fit-out for replacement with new and all ancillary site works at 3, GPO Buildings, Henry Street, Dublin 1. This building is a Protected Structure (RPS Ref. No. 3639) and is located within an architectural conservation area.

📍 ~50 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 5030/23
⚠️ Retention GRANTED
Site: 6 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1

RETENTION: the development consists of the retention of an existing external awning over the front entrance of the unit located on the ground floor, the retention of the external outdoor seating which include 4 no. tables and 10 no. chairs and the retention of circa 1.8m surrounds bounding the external outdoor seating.

📍 ~50 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 4927/23
⚠️ Retention INCOMPLETED
Site: 6 O'Connell Street Upper, North City, Dublin, D01FX77

RETENTION:The development consists of the retention of an existing external awning over the front entrance of the unit located on the ground floor, the retention of the external outdoor seating which include 4 no. tables and 10 no. chairs and the retention of circa 1.8m surrounds bounding the external outdoor seating.

📍 ~53 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 4136/19
INCOMPLETED
Site: 30-31 O'Connell Street Lower, Dublin 1

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: The development consists of (a) change of use of existing ground floor retail space from lingerie retailing to outdoor clothing & accessory retailing within the O'Connell Street Scheme of Special Planning Control, (b) shop fit out including partitioning for changing rooms and WC areas at ground and basement storage level, ground floor retail space fittings & shelving, floor & wall finishes, suspended track lighting and air conditioning installation including external condenser units to rear yard area. The building is a Protected Structure Ref: 6013.

📍 ~53 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2155/24
INCOMPLETED
Site: GPO Buildings, 4 Henry Street, Dublin 1, D0152

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Alterations to existing shop unit (Protected Structure ref. 6010), including new signage, alterations to shop front, renovations and amendments to the internal layout

📍 ~53 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: WEB2202/24
GRANTED
Site: GPO Buildings, 4 Henry Street, Dublin 1, D01 R5F2

PROTECTED STRUCURE: The development will consist of alterations to existing shop unit (Protected Structure ref. 6010), including new signage, alterations to shop front, renovations and amendments to the internal layout

📍 ~58 metres away Dublin City Council Ref: 4416/23
REFUSED
Site: Beshoff Restaurant, 7 O'Connell Street Upper, Dublin 1

PERMISSION:For the provision of additional dining seating with screening and ancillary works to the front of Beshoff Restaurant

Statutory Irish Open Data Telemetry

RTB Tenancies, Rental Yield & Rent Pressure Zone (RPZ) Radar

Official Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) statutory compliance, rent increase restrictions, and standardized market gross yield model. Under unconditional Irish auction contracts, purchasing a property with a tenant in situ legally transfers the existing tenancy and Part 4 security of tenure to the buyer.

🔒 Designated RPZ (2% Cap)
Tenancy Status Contract Terms
Vacant Possession

Vendor conditions of sale warrant vacant possession upon closing. No sitting residential tenancies transfer to the buyer.

RPZ Designation 2% Annual Cap
Designated RPZ

Co. Dublin (Entire County RPZ). Under statutory RPZ rules, annual rent increases are strictly restricted to the lower of 2% per annum or HICP inflation.

Market Rent Benchmark RTB / CSO Index
€2,250 / mo

Standardised Average Monthly Rent from official RTB Rent Index data for a 2-bedroom dwelling in Co. Dublin.

Gross Rental Yield RTB Benchmark
1.4% Gross Yield

Estimated benchmark yield based on annualised market rent of €27,000/yr vs current AMV.

Irish Auction Deposit, Stamp Duty & Total Cost Calculator

Estimate your 10% contract deposit due immediately on auction day, Revenue Stamp Duty, legal allowances, and total balance due on closing (typically 28 days).

Non-Residential / Land (7.5%)
€
10% Auction Contract Deposit Due Auction Day
€15,000

Paid immediately upon signing unconditional contracts at the auction.

Irish Revenue Stamp Duty 7.5% (Non-Residential / Land)
€11,250

Revenue Commissioners stamp duty payable on conveyance within 30 days of closing.

Legal & PRAI Registry Allowance Standard Est.
€2,450

Indicative conveyancing solicitor fees, Land Registry/PRAI, and planning search fees.

Balance Due on Closing Typically 28 Days
€148,700

Remaining 90% purchase balance (€135,000) + Stamp Duty + legal fees.

Total Estimated Acquisition Cost: €163,700