Discovering Ireland - Guide for Daily Living

Housing Home Finding

Selection of a rental home in your new community is one of the most critical aspects of your relocation. Your Consultant will provide basic information on neighbourhoods, schools, and activities to help you with the first steps of this decision. The market in Ireland. is very fast-paced and properties do not remain available for very long. The more specific you can be about the type of property you are hoping to live in, the better. The more the consultant knows about your preferences and your budget guidelines, the more likely the consultant can find properties that meet your needs. The Letting Agents in Ireland advise on when the viewings will take place and they are mostly during the working week. “Pet Friendly” Housing Pets can present a significant challenge in Ireland. Most landlords, or the Head Leases for Apartment complexes, will not permit pets in their properties. You will need to obtain written permission for the Agent or landlord, and if permission is granted this will impact on an increased security deposit of an additional deposit the equivalent to one-month rent being paid before commencement of the lease. A “pet clause” will be required to be written into the agreement. The number and quality of properties available in the market may be compromised and significantly reduce when trying to secure an agreement with pets. Commute Time and Public Transportation There are several modes of public transport through Dublin City Centre and surrounding areas, connecting commuter towns and further areas on the outskirts of Dublin with the City Centre. Throughout the rest of Ireland, there are excellent public transport, local and commuter buses and main line trains connecting with Dublin and other towns throughout Ireland. For further details www.transportforireland.ie Cultural Activities and Sports Events Most large cities and communities offer concerts, museums, plays, opera, sports events, universities, and other venues of cultural interest. Types of Rental Housing The following are descriptions of the types of rental housing typically available in Ireland. Your consultant will advise on the housing options and price ranges available in your destination area. Studio and one-bedroom properties

They are a very limited number of studio and one- bedroom properties available. The standard size of a studio is 40 sq. meters and a one bedroom property is approximately 50 to 55 sq. meters.

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