Where: No 11 Glengarriff Crescent, Phibsborough, Dublin 7
Price: 635,000

No worries about where to leave the car with this north city home. Number 11, comes with communal parking and takes the stress out of looking for a convenient space. This modern, threebed house, set within a private, gated development of 19 residences, is convenient in other ways too, being within 10 minutes walk of the city centre, and with Phibsborough village, shops and schools on the doorstep.

The two-storey property is in walk-in condition, with accommodation opening from the entrance hall, and leading into the living/dining room with wooden surround gas "re and patio doors to the private rear garden. Also off the hall is the kitchen, fully "tted with units and a tiled "oor. Upstairs are three double bedrooms, all with wooden "oors, an en-suite, and the main bathroom.

For more details: Douglas Newman Good 01-830 0989

GARDEN HEAVEN IN SANDYCOVE
Where: No 34 Dundela Avenue, Sandycove, Co Dublin
Price: 1.3m

In a slowing market, first impressions count, so not only has your house got to look good inside, it must also look good outside. Landscaping pays dividends and the really smart people who also put their money into plants are set to reap the rewards. The owners of this ivy-clad detached property in Sandycove have clearly spent time and money on getting their garden just right. Lawns are neatly manicured, bounded by trees and shrubs, and feature the 'must-have' deck . . . perfect for dining al fresco . . . and a water feature.

Inside accommodation is equally appealing with generouslysized rooms that boast loads of light. Spread out over 133sq m (1431sq ft) living space includes family room, kitchen, living room, guest WC, four bedrooms and main bathroom. The property also comes with a garage which could be incorporated into the house, subject to planning.

For more details: Sherry FitzGerald 01-275 1000

CORNER SITE WITH ROOM TO EXPAND
Where: No 33 Kill Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin
Price: 660,000

While the dated decor might not be to everyone's liking, No 33's appeal is undoubtedly its size and location. This is a property with potential and lots of it. Ideally positioned on a corner site, with gardens to the front, side and rear, it offers an excellent opportunity to extend should you wish to, although accommodation is fairly generous. Spread out over 104sq m (1119sq ft) living space includes entrance hallway, dining room, sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, three bedrooms, bathroom and separate WC. There is ample off-street parking to the front of the property as well as a detached garage to the side.

Kill Avenue is within easy reach of all the amenities Dun Laoghaire has to offer and is well served by various bus routes into the city centre.

For more details: Lisney 01-280 6820

SINGLE LEVEL LIVING IN DUBLIN 14
Where: No 9 Willow Gate, Meadowbank, Dundrum, Dublin 14
Price: 600,000

According to selling agents, Sherry FitzGerald, this semidetached redbrick bungalow, within walking distance of Dundrum Town Centre is a very good buy and should appeal to those looking to trade down to a more manageable home in a great location. Built in 1998, the property is located in a quiet cul-de-sac and offers 71sq m (765sq ft) of accommodation which comprises an entrance hallway, living room with periodstyle "replace, fully "tted kitchen/dining room, two double bedrooms and main bathroom. Rooms are simply decorated and presented in good condition.

Outside is a cobble lock entrance to the front with good offstreet parking to the side. The rear garden (33ft x 6ft) is a good size, quite private and mostly laid in lawn with a small paved patio area.

For more details: Sherry FitzGerald 01-296 1822