Frances O'Rourke

Capital’s new high-end properties likely to appeal to people downsizing or to international buyers looking for a Dublin base

Owners added a two-storey extension and revamped the house from top to bottom

This large home built in 2002 combines period and modern style

Architect-designed Rathmichael home extends to 5,520sq ft on 0.65-acre site, with own access to Dublin Mountains Way

This smartly decorated home has a very private and decent-sized lawn

Number 12 Herbert Place has been transformed from flats into a modern family home in Dublin 2

Stained-glass inset in the front door was designed by Beatrice Elvery, who lived at the address

Double-fronted Sandycove four-bed is well insulated with attractive period details throughout

Five-six-bed on Killiney Hill Road has lush gardens and excellent sea views

The larger detached home in need of renovation is expected to sell for slightly more than the modernised semi-d

Detached five-bed on 1.25 acres of lawn and woodland on Mount Salus Road has sea views from almost every room

Carefully maintained house of 415sq m has beautiful secluded gardens and development potential

Modern, open-plan home in prime location on Railway Road with back-garden studio apartment

Upgraded three-bed property mixes period details with modern design

Architect Eamonn Daly has maximised space in Victorian three-bed while Ber rating has been raised to B3