
13 Elder Heath Dale, Kiltipper, Duiblin 24D24CA3X
€495,000
3 Bed~3 Bath~109 m²~BER A3
What you'll like:
- High Energy Rating: The impressive A3 BER rating ensures lower utility bills and superior thermal comfort through advanced modern construction methods.
- Solar PV Systems: Equipped with solar panels to generate electricity, significantly reducing daily household energy costs and environmental impact.
- Attic Conversion Space: Features a spacious roughly twenty five square meter attic conversion complete with a walk-in wardrobe and cozy window seat.
- Large Garden Room: Includes a substantial twenty seven square meter detached garden room featuring elegant cedar cladding and double glazing.
- Modern Kitchen Design: The contemporary style open-plan kitchen and dining area provides a sleek, highly functional space for modern family living.
- Three Bathrooms Included: Offers three well-appointed bathrooms including a convenient guest WC and a private master ensuite for morning ease.
- Natural Light Exposure: Interior spaces are bright and airy, enhanced by half-moon interior glass doors that maximize the flow of daylight.
- Quiet Cul-de-Sac: Positioned within a peaceful cul-de-sac location near a large green space, reducing passing traffic and enhancing safety.
- Mountain Proximity Views: Enjoy stunning views of the nearby Dublin Mountains, combining suburban convenience with scenic natural backdrops.
- Outdoor Recreation Access: Kiltipper Park is only a five-minute walk away, providing direct access to scenic nature walks and open green spaces.
- Off-Street Parking: The neat cobblelock front driveway provides convenient and secure off-street parking space for up to two vehicles.
- Low Maintenance Garden: The private rear garden is fully paved with natural Indian Sandstone, offering a clean, completely maintenance-free outdoor area.
- Quality Ventilation System: Features an innovative demand-controlled ventilation system that maintains fresh indoor air quality efficiently year-round.
- Dual Zone Heating: Includes dual-zone central heating powered by a modern condensing gas boiler for optimal temperature control across floors.
- Secure Side Access: Fully enclosed side access with secure gates to both the front and rear adds practical security and convenience.
- Excellent Transport Links: Enjoys close proximity to the Luas light rail system, Dublin bus routes, and major roadways like the M50 and N81.
- Local Amenities Nearby: Close to shopping centers, major hospitals, higher education institutes, schools, and popular local sports and leisure clubs.
- Turnkey Presentation: Finished to an exceptionally high standard throughout with tasteful decor, high-quality flooring, and smart architectural touches.
- Family Friendly Layout: Spans a generous combined footprint including the conversion and garden room, perfectly suited for growing households.
- Established Neighborhood: Located in a sought-after residential pocket known for strong community appeal and reliable long-term property demand.
But keep in mind:
- Attic Compliance Check: Buyers should verify whether local planning permission and building regulations compliance certificates were secured for the large attic conversion.
- Garden Room Regulation: Prospective purchasers must check if the twenty-seven square meter detached garden room complies with local exempted development limits.
- Property Tax Impact: Higher market value and extended square footage might influence future municipal property valuations or local tax bandings.
- East Facing Light: The rear garden has an east-facing orientation, meaning direct afternoon and evening sun exposure will be limited outdoors.
- High Asking Competition: An asking price of 495000 euros for a three-bed in this area might attract competitive bidding scenarios above guide.
- Maintenance Costs: Complex integrated green technologies like solar PV and demand ventilation require specialist servicing that can incur ongoing expenses.
- Dense Housing Layout: Suburban developments in this region often feature closely packed plots, which may slightly restrict immediate visual privacy.
- Storage Limitations: While the attic conversion adds great utility, built-in storage on the primary bedroom floors should be carefully evaluated.
- Future Expansion Limits: Given that the attic and large garden room are already developed, future footprint expansion options are heavily restricted.
- Boiler Lifespan Review: Buyers should commission a thorough engineering survey to inspect the condition and remaining lifespan of the condensing gas boiler.
- Window Seal Integrity: High-performance double-glazed windows across the main house and garden room should be checked for any seal condensation issues.
- Ventilation Filter Upkeep: The innovative demand-controlled ventilation system requires routine filter replacements to maintain efficiency, which owners must manage.
- Traffic Congestion Notes: Proximity to major arteries like the M50 and N81 can result in localized peak-hour traffic bottlenecks nearby.
- Boundary Line Verification: Legal representatives must closely inspect title maps to confirm exact ownership lines for the gated side access passages.
- Insurance Premium Factors: Non-standard structures like detached garden rooms with electrical wiring should be declared to household insurers.
- Parking Space Limits: A two-car cobblelock driveway might prove tight for larger visiting vehicles or growing families with multiple cars.
- Drainage System Review: The fully paved Indian Sandstone rear garden must be inspected to ensure proper surface water drainage routing away from foundations.
- Interior Door Wear: Half-moon interior glass doors look stunning but require checking for hinge alignment stability and child safety considerations.
- Sound Insulation Levels: Semi-detached or terrace-style estate layouts require careful checking of party wall acoustic insulation standards during viewings.
- Local Development Trends: Buyers should investigate upcoming municipal zoning plans or nearby residential expansion projects that could alter the neighborhood.
Price positioning
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- Recent transaction records for properties within the same development show comparable three-bedroom homes achieving similar figures, such as a recorded sale at €495,000 on nearby Elder Heath Walk.
- Additional recent local exchanges in the immediate neighborhood span from €470,000 up to €540,000, aligning closely with the €495,000 asking price for a standardized layout.
- The subject property features a substantial attic conversion and a large garden room, which enhance the usable footprint beyond the baseline 109 square meter floor area.
- Given the modern A3 energy rating, improved features, and verified transaction comparables nearby, the asking price appears broadly in line with prevailing market evidence.
Build Analysis
What we know from similar construction types
- The property features an A3 BER energy rating, incorporating high-performance windows, superior insulation levels, a condensing gas boiler, dual-zone central heating, and a Solar PV system.
- An innovative demand-controlled ventilation system is installed, which a buyer should inspect to ensure proper calibration and ongoing maintenance.
- The home includes a large attic conversion of approximately 25 sqm with a walk-in wardrobe and a garden room of approximately 27 sqm; the buyer should verify that proper planning permission, building regulations compliance, and structural certification were obtained for these significant structural alterations.
- As a modern semi-detached or terraced style development type property, potential buyers should check the boundary definitions, party wall agreements, and the condition of external finishes such as the cedar cladding on the garden room.
Heating cost*
Estimated expense to heat this property every year
- €700 to €950 per year
- Estimated annual heating cost based on the property's A3 Building Energy Rating (BER) and a floor area of approximately 109 m² (excluding the attic conversion and garden room). Actual running costs will depend on household occupancy habits, fuel inflation, and how frequently the attic space or garden room are heated.
Pollution Safe
8/10Environmental situation to investigate
- The property is situated in a suburban residential neighborhood well away from major heavy industrial zones, large-scale waste incinerators, or active landfills.
- Any historical or legacy localized industrial concerns should be independently verified by the buyer through local council environmental records.
Flood Safe
8/10Water overflow reports to follow up
- The general area sits at a considerable remove from major coastal flood zones, though buyers should verify local drainage patterns relative to nearby regional water bodies.
- Prospective buyers are advised to consult detailed Office of Public Works (OPW) flood maps to confirm site-specific risk factors.
Recent Local Sales
Verified residential transactions published in the previous five years
Sales on the same street or estate
No verified results were found for this group in the previous five years.
Recent sales in the wider Kiltipper area
No verified results were found for this group in the previous five years.
Source: Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA), Residential Property Price Register (PPR).
Matching uses address information published by the PPR rather than measured map distance. It may omit nearby properties on differently named streets.
Last Sale
A confidently matched previous PPR transaction for this property
No confidently matched previous sale was found in the Property Price Register.
Buyer fees*
Associated expenses guide
- Stamp duty: €4,950 (calculated at 1% of the €495,000 asking price for residential property)
- Solicitor legal fees: €1,500 to €3,000 plus VAT for standard conveyancing
- Land registration fees: €800 payable to Tailte Éireann for property transfer over €400,000, plus an additional €175 if a mortgage is registered
- Property valuation fees: €150 to €250 typically required by mortgage lenders
- Surveyor fees: €250 to €500 for an independent structural survey
- Annual home insurance: €400 to €800 depending on the policy coverage and provider
Forum Talk
What people are saying about this area
- Residents in the Kiltipper and Tallaght areas frequently highlight the convenience of the local Luas line and Dublin Bus services for commuting into the city center.
- Local community forums often discuss the scenic proximity to Kiltipper Park and the Bohernabreena Reservoir, making it a popular spot for families and nature walkers.
- There is ongoing commentary on local property value growth, with many first-time buyers and traders-up looking closely at modern developments in Dublin 24 due to high energy efficiency ratings.
- Discussions in neighborhood groups often feature local sports clubs such as Thomas Davis GAA and local soccer facilities, emphasizing a family-oriented community feel.
LifeFit Assessment
How well this property may suit your lifestyle
Family
7 areas- Young Children9/10
This 3-bedroom home features an enclosed, safe rear garden and is positioned on a cul-de-sac near a large green space, making it ideal for young children.
- Teenagers9/10
The spacious attic conversion with a walk-in wardrobe and separate garden room provides excellent independent hangout space for teenagers.
- Multi-generational Living6/10
While the 3 bedrooms and attic conversion offer ample space, the lack of a ground-floor bedroom or separate self-contained annex limits multi-generational living potential.
- Single Buyers7/10
An A-rated 3-bedroom house offers great room to grow, though single buyers might find the purchase price of €495,000 and maintenance of a larger home higher than necessary.
- Couples9/10
A contemporary, energy-efficient property with modern finishes, a garden room, and close proximity to the Luas and local amenities suits couples looking to trade up or settle down.
- Empty Nesters8/10
The low-maintenance paved rear garden and high energy efficiency (BER A3) are great for empty nesters, though stairs across three levels should be considered for long-term accessibility.
- Retirees7/10
Features like a maintenance-free garden and quiet cul-de-sac setting appeal to retirees, but the three-story layout with stairs to the attic conversion requires evaluation for ageing in place.
Work
3 areas- Remote Working9/10
The 27sqm garden room with insulation and double glazing, plus the spacious attic conversion, offer ideal, separate remote working environments.
- Hybrid Commuting8/10
Convenient access to the M50, M7, N81, Luas, and Dublin Bus services facilitates efficient hybrid commuting to Dublin city and surrounding areas.
- Retired7/10
Low-maintenance property features and a quiet residential cul-de-sac setting suit retirement, though multi-level living should be taken into account.
Practical
8 areas- Ageing in Place5/10
The three-story layout, including stairs up to bedrooms and the attic conversion, makes long-term ageing in place challenging without modifications.
- Low Maintenance9/10
Features an A3 BER rating, high-performance windows, superior insulation, and a fully tiled natural Indian Sandstone maintenance-free rear garden.
- Secure Gated Entry6/10
Includes enclosed side access gated to the front and rear, and off-street parking for two cars, though it is not a gated community.
- Minimalist Design7/10
Contemporary style kitchen, neutral tasteful decor, and half-moon interior glass doors provide a sleek, modern aesthetic.
- Flexible Floor Plans9/10
Includes an open-plan kitchen/dining room, a converted attic of circa 25sqm with a walk-in wardrobe, and a separate 27sqm garden room.
- Heritage Home1/10
This is a modern, energy-efficient contemporary build rather than a period or heritage property.
- Ecological Setup9/10
Boasts an A3 BER rating, Solar PV systems for electricity savings, an innovative demand-controlled ventilation system, and high-performance insulation.
- Outdoor areas9/10
Features a private, sunny east-facing rear garden with natural Indian Sandstone paving, a large insulated garden room, and proximity to a large green space.
Interests
9 areas- Gardening5/10
The rear garden is fully tiled with natural Indian Sandstone and designed to be maintenance-free, offering limited traditional gardening beds unless modified.
- Walking9/10
Kiltipper Park is a 5-minute walk away, providing scenic views of the Dublin Mountains and connections to the Bohernabreena Reservoir walking routes.
- Gym7/10
The large insulated garden room (circa 27sqm) provides an exceptional private space that could easily double as a home gym.
- Cycling7/10
The neighborhood offers good local road networks and scenic nearby routes toward the Dublin Mountains, alongside secure off-street parking.
- Golf8/10
Glenville Golf Club is noted as being close by, making it very convenient for golf enthusiasts.
- Fishing6/10
Proximity to the Bohernabreena Reservoir area provides some localized outdoor water environments, though dedicated fishing access should be verified by the buyer.
- Horse Riding5/10
The semi-suburban location near the Dublin Mountain foothills provides potential access to nearby equestrian facilities, though specific stables should be verified.
- Water Sports2/10
The inland suburban location offers minimal proximity to major water sports facilities.
- Entertaining10/10
Features an open-plan kitchen/dining room, a private sunny east-facing tiled patio, and a substantial insulated garden room with French doors ideal for hosting guests.
Lifestyle
5 areas- Quiet Living8/10
Located on a quiet cul-de-sac adjacent to a large green space and near the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, offering a peaceful residential atmosphere.
- Rural Living4/10
While close to Kiltipper Park and Bohernabreena Reservoir for nature walks, the location is a suburban setting in Dublin 24 rather than rural.
- Village Living6/10
The area provides local conveniences and community parks, though it functions more as an established suburban neighborhood near Tallaght than a traditional village.
- Coastal Living1/10
The property is located inland in South Dublin, far away from any coastal areas.
- Urban Living7/10
Good connectivity via the Luas, Dublin Bus, and proximity to The Square Shopping Centre and Tallaght town facilities balance suburban calm with urban access.
Social
6 areas- Community Involvement8/10
Proximity to local community hubs like Thomas Davis GAA club and active neighborhood sports clubs fosters strong community involvement.
- Café Culture6/10
Local amenities and nearby Tallaght commercial centers provide access to cafés and eateries, though not an urban village high street.
- Nightlife5/10
Nightlife options are somewhat limited in the immediate residential vicinity, requiring a short trip into broader Tallaght or Dublin city center.
- Health/Wellness groups7/10
Good access to local sports clubs, parks, and walking trails supports health and wellness activities in the area.
- Networking Opportunities6/10
Good transport links to Dublin provide career and business networking access, though the immediate neighborhood is strictly residential.
- Tech-Hub Connectivity7/10
Modern energy-efficient home build with strong potential for robust home network setups, within reasonable commuting range of Dublin's tech employers.
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- 2 September 2026
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