Three duplexes that could be your first step onto the property ladder

Sophie Halligan

For many first-time buyers, the search often centres around apartments or traditional houses. But sitting comfortably between the two is a property type that's well worth considering: the duplex.

Offering the best of both worlds, duplexes combine the practical layout of a house with the low-maintenance appeal of apartment living.

With living and sleeping spaces spread across two floors, they often provide a greater sense of separation, making them an ideal choice for those working from home, growing into their first property or simply looking for a little more room to breathe. Below, we have rounded up three duplexes currently on the market, each priced at €500,000 or less.

8 Waltrim Grove, Bray, Co Wicklow

https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/8-waltrim-grove-bray-co-wicklow/4988950?utm_source=breakingnews&utm_medium=property_article&utm_campaign=evergreen

Asking Price: €495,000

Selling Agent: Sherry FitzGerald Bray

Located in the popular seaside town of Bray, this bright and spacious duplex offers modern interiors, generous accommodation and an excellent location close to shops, schools, transport links and the promenade. It's an ideal choice for buyers looking to enjoy coastal living while remaining within easy commuting distance of Dublin.

69 Red Arches Road, The Coast, Baldoyle, Dublin 13

https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/69-red-arches-road-the-coast-baldoyle-dublin-13/5006563?utm_source=breakingnews&utm_medium=property_article&utm_campaign=evergreen

Asking Price: €450,000

Selling Agent: Stuart McDonnell Properties

Set within the sought-after Coast development, this stylish duplex combines contemporary design with a superb location. Residents can enjoy nearby coastal walks, excellent public transport connections and a range of local amenities, making it a great fit for first-time buyers seeking a balance between city convenience and outdoor living.

70 Cois Luachra, Dooradoyle, Limerick, Co Limerick

https://www.myhome.ie/residential/brochure/70-cois-luachra-dooradoyle-limerick-county-limerick/5013514?utm_source=breakingnews&utm_medium=property_article&utm_campaign=evergreen

Asking Price: €320,000

Selling Agent: O'Connor Murphy

Offering exceptional value, this well-presented duplex is situated in the ever-popular Dooradoyle area. With spacious accommodation and easy access to the University Hospital Limerick, Crescent Shopping Centre and major road networks, it's a fantastic opportunity for buyers looking to get onto the property ladder in a thriving location.