A little piece of Dublin history lies behind the doors of apartment 45, The Strand, where movie-goers flocked in the 1930s.
This striking Art Deco building in Dublin began life as the North Strand Cinema, welcoming thousands of movie fans until the last day of 1971, when it closed its doors on the silver screen and re-emerged years later in various guises.
It was used as a popular venue for bingo before being converted into a bowling alley (Strand Bowl) in the 1980s.
Address: Apt 45 The Strand, 149 North Strand Road, North Strand, Dublin 3, D03 EF98
Asking Price: €450,000
Agents: Quillsen
But in 2006, it was converted into apartments, and the developers retained many of the building's original features and character; today it offers a mix of old 1950s charm and modern city living.
The building's cinematic past remains evident at the main entrance with its Art Deco details, and the development also features a cobblestone courtyard and secure basement parking.
The location is another big draw. Dublin city centre, the IFSC, the Docklands, and East Point Business Park are all within walking distance, with cafés, restaurants, and everyday amenities nearby. Mud Island Community Garden is tucked away behind the buildings opposite and adds to the area's neighbourhood feel.
As a community garden, Mud Island is shared by all members, and anyone living in the local area can join.
Inside, the apartment spans approximately 90 square metres, features windows on two sides for natural light, and is in excellent condition, with a recently renovated main bathroom and a south-east-facing balcony overlooking the communal courtyard.
The accommodation begins with an entrance hallway, a large walk-in storage cupboard, and a separate utility area. From here, the layout opens into a kitchen, living and dining space, with doors leading out to the balcony.
The apartment has three bedrooms, including a main bedroom with its own en suite, plus an updated family bathroom.
With its generous layout, balcony, parking and convenient city location, Apt 45 offers a chance to live in a building with a story to tell, and a past that is a little more interesting than most.
Agents Quillsen are seeking €450,000 for this BER B-rated two-bedroom apartment.
