65. Buying & Renovating Property in Dublin - Costs, Tips & Key Considerations - Irish City Living Series

Are you thinking about buying a property in Dublin? Wondering about renovation costs, common issues like damp and subsidence, or how to maximise resale value? In this episode, Breffnie O’Kelly, Buyer’s Agent, sits down with Shay Lally of Houses to Restore to share expert insights on Dublin’s property market.

 

📌 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The benefits of buying in the city vs the countryside

✅ Renovation costs per square metre - what to budget

✅ How to spot costly issues like subsidence, damp & rewiring needs

✅ The real cost of adding a downstairs loo or replacing windows

✅ BER ratings & why energy efficiency matters

✅ Why a home renovation assessment can save you thousands

 

🎙️ About Our Guest -

Shay Lally With 65,000+ followers on Instagram, Shay Lally is one of Ireland’s go-to renovation cost consultants. He provides home renovation assessments, helping buyers understand the true cost of bringing a house up to standard before they commit to a purchase. Learn more at www.housestorestore.ie.

 

🎙️ About Breffnie O’Kelly -

Buyer’s Agent in Dublin I’m Breffnie O’Kelly, a licensed property-buying agent in Dublin, Ireland.

I specialise in helping buyers navigate the complex Irish property market, ensuring they make the right investment for their future. 📍 Need Help Buying Property in Dublin (or throughout Ireland)?

 

💻 Website: www.breffnieokelly.ie

📩 Email: breffnie@breffnieokelly.ie

📞 Book a Quick Chat (15 mins): https://calendly.com/breffnieokelly/15min

🕐 1-Hour Buyer’s Coaching Session: Click Here https://calendly.com/breffnieokelly/1-hour-property-buyer-s-consultation

 

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