And as for the property, this first-floor three-bed apartment is bigger than your average family house at 130sq m (1400sq ft). Plus it displays all the hallmarks of interior designer flair.

This showhouse-condition home is bright and spacious with not one but three balconies, and high-spec fixtures and fittings throughout, such as rich solid oak floors, underfloor heating and wall-hung sanitaryware.

Accommodation is mainly open-plan with the kitchen, living room and dining room occupying one huge inviting space with windows on either side letting in an abundance of natural light and providing wonderful views. The Wenge kitchen is the ultimate in contemporary cool and features granite worktops, porcelain tiled floor, top-of-the-range appliances and island unit. The utility is off the kitchen and houses the more bulky appliances The three bedrooms are all good-sized doubles (with the master en suite) and feature built-in wardrobes.

No 51 is within a secure gated development with charming, well-maintained communal gardens and underground parking.

Its size and location is sure to appeal to families and professionals looking for low maintenance luxury living convenient to the city.

The lowdown

Address: No 51 Wyckham Place, Dundrum, Dublin 14
Details: 130sq m (1400sq ft) first-floor apartment with three double bedrooms, hall, large kitchen/living/dining room, utility and family bathroom.
Highlights: The size of this apartment is bigger than most family houses.
Price: 800,000 ( 2,200 annual service charge)
Agent: Douglas Newman Good, 01-283 2700