When the owners of number eight, Leinster Road bought this terraced redbrick in 2005, it had last been done up in the 1980s. Over time they refurbished it, surviving with just a microwave, a George Foreman grill and a kettle for their meals.

They removed the sliding doors that separated the front room from the now open-plan diningroom, replacing them with taller-than-average interconnecting doors that draw the eye up to the high ceilings.

Then, when the couple had the money, they upgraded the kitchen, investing in a painted kitchen from In-House. Situated at the back of the house, it feels bright and airy thanks to the judicious use of large-format roof lights. There is a small south-facing yard to the rear that has pedestrian access.

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The house is situated in a quiet cul de sac at the Harold’s Cross end of Leinster Road. There is a small lane at the end that connects the street with the local shops.

Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, one double and two singles or very small doubles. These rooms, while perfect for kids, have little or no built-in storage.

The attic had been converted when the couple bought the house. It is a bright space accessed by a narrow staircase. From it you can see the Dublin Mountains.

The house, which is 95sq m (1025sq ft) in size, is asking €425,000 through agents DNG.

Across the street, number 13 Leinster Place is also for sale. Asking €350,000 through agents Lisney, it is smaller in size at 74sq m (796sq ft). Its courtyard faces north.

Parking for both is on street.