But large family homes in good south Dublin locations don't come cheap, and prices here start at 1.45m.

An infill development at Fortfield Road, Fortfield Square comprises 40 fourbed houses and 100 apartments in a beautiful landscaped setting. The development is entered via a tree-lined avenue complete with water fountain, and several paved walkways have been laid throughout.

Developed by Jackie Greene Construction, this is a traditional-style residential scheme, with large threestorey redbricks designed to blend in well with the existing houses in the area, many of which date from the 1920s, ' 30s and '40s. All homes have granite cills, timber windows and external balconies from upper floors.

Laid out over three floors, four-bed houses range in size from 179sq m to 190sq m (1,930sq ft to 2,050sq ft).

Accommodation is spacious and includes a good-sized kitchen, dining area, living room, utility room, bedrooms and bathrooms.

Large windows ensure good light. Living rooms are square, allowing for plenty of seating, while fireplaces are classic-style. Spacious eat-in kitchens are white classic-style with black granite worktops and come with integrated Neff appliances, while utility rooms include fitted units, washing machine and dryer. Kitchens have sliding patio doors out to the garden, along with velux windows, making this area of the house very bright.

Bathrooms have contemporary sanitary ware and are fully tiled, while all bedrooms have fitted wardrobes. Low voltage downlighting will be fitted to main reception areas, and all homes are prewired for home cinema and sound surround.

Close to all the amenities of Terenure village, Fortfield Square is within easy walking distance of several schools and bus stops, while the city centre is about four miles away. Nearby neighbourhoods include Rathmines and Harolds Cross.

This phase sees the launch of the houses, which are due to be ready later this summer. Apartments will come on-stream in a later phase, but interested buyers can put their names down now and view units from plans.

Price: four-bed houses from 1.45m Agent: Sherry FitzGerald New Homes 01-6671888 Viewing: 11am to 1pm