Hi, guys.
Has anyone here been allocated a 1- or 2-bedroom apartment at Exchange Square?
Has anyone heard whether all the units have already been allocated or sold?
Due to personal circumstances, I only submitted my application form early last week, and I still haven't heard anything back.
Just wondering if anyone is in the same situation or has received an update.
Hi all,
I’m a single first-time buyer looking for a 2-bedroom apartment in Dublin. My total budget (including bidding) is around €350k.
From what I’ve seen so far, realistically my options seem to be:
Finglas (especially around Charlestown Shopping Centre area)
Clondalkin (near the village / older apartment developments)
Blanchardstown (some of the older complexes / edge areas)
I don’t have a car at the moment, so public transport access and day-to-day convenience matter a lot. I also care about long-term livability and resale value rather than just getting “the cheapest option.”
My current rough thinking:
Finglas (Charlestown area)
Pros: Close to shops, relatively close to city, improving infrastructure, some LUAS/transport connections nearby
Cons: Mixed reputation depending on the specific block/estate, variation in apartment quality
Clondalkin (village area)
Pros: Village feel, decent commuter links (train/bus), slightly more “settled” residential environment
Cons: Some areas feel less connected, commuting to city can still be slow depending on timing
Blanchardstown
Pros: Strong retail infrastructure, established residential areas, generally good amenities
Cons: Some apartment blocks are older, traffic congestion, can feel more suburban/isolated without a car
My job is near the city center, so commute time and reliability are quite important.
If you had to choose purely on livability + commute + future resale potential, which of these three areas would you rank highest?
Also open to any specific estates/buildings to avoid or target within these areas.