Approximately nine miles from the city centre, it borders areas such as Howth, Portmarnock, Clontarf and Raheny.

Average house prices

A four-bed family home, either detached or semi-detached, ranges from 800,000 to 1.3m, says Sutton homeowner Paul Menton of Gunne Residential.

"Sutton Park, Glencarraig and Carrickbrack/St Fintan's Park would fall within that average, while detached bungalows in Offington average between 1.2m and 1.4m. Three-bed family homes in Bayside range from 400,000 to 500,000."

Type of houses

Some period homes, but mostly 20th century, and recently, some modern apartment developments (Old Quay on Strand Road). Standard four-bed homes in Sutton Park, Glencarraig and St Fintan's are popular with families, as are the detached bungalows in Offington.

Best streets to live in

According to senior negotiator Mary Gray of the local Sherry FitzGerald office, a sea view is very much a priority for those seeking to buy in Sutton, as is close proximity to the Dart. "Sutton Park has good family homes, with average prices from 800,000. Offington is also very popular with families trading up. Burrow Road and Strand Road are very sought after. A Sutton apartment is a popular option for those downsizing."

Rental market

The best rents are achieved in family homes with average three-beds netting around 1,400 per month. Sutton also has a good corporate let market.

Transport

Bus numbers 31, 31A, 32, 32A and the Dart.

Amenities

Sutton Cross Shopping Centre, Superquinn, excellent sporting facilities including rugby, tennis, sailing, golf, and surfing on Burrow beach, coastal walks, Sutton Dingy Club and Howth Yacht Club.

Schools

Good choice of junior and secondary schools, including St Fintan's and Bayside primary schools, Santa Sabina girls school, and St Fintan's for boys for secondary level. Sutton Park School is renowned as an international boarding school having taught students from more than 22 different countries.

Future development plans

A site at Santa Sabina school recently sold for mixed development to include apartments and houses.

On the market

Abrigos, 14a Station Road, Sutton, Dublin 13

Price: 1.95m
Bedrooms: Four
Details: This fine four-bed end-of-terrace comes with all the imposing character of a grand Victorian coastal villa, but was actually built in period style in the late l980s. All modern comforts are discreetly included throughout including a modern fitted kitchen and wiring for a Bang and Olufsen sound system. A real attraction is the Amdega-built orangerie which opens to the landscaped and very private rear garden. Accommodation brielfy comprises the entrance hall, guest cloakroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, family room, four bedrooms, main bathroom and study.
Agent: Sherry FitzGerald 01-839 4022