Over 200 homes to be delivered near Naas town centre
Newly built houses at Barracksfield West, Naas
A NEW housing development at Barracksfield West, Naas is providing the town with 219 much-needed homes. Some 66 homes have already been delivered and applications for them will be accepted via an online portal which will go live on Wednesday 26 November at 10am.
Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, James Browne TD, today officially launched the first new homes at Barracksfield West, Naas.
The new development is delivered by the Land Development Agency (LDA) and Kildare County Council (KCC) and built by Andrews Construction, is a mix of terraced houses, duplexes and apartments.
The full development includes 42 three-bed houses and 177 apartments and duplexes. All Barracksfield West homes will be made available through an Affordable Purchase, Cost Rental or Social scheme.
The first phase of the development includes 42 three-bed houses, 12 two-bed duplexes and 12 one-bed apartments.
Barracksfield West is located on John Devoy Road to the southwest of Naas town centre.
Upon completion, the development will include significant open communal areas, bicycle spaces and a crèche.
The 66 homes launched today will be made available to eligible buyers through the Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme, which is managed jointly by KCC and the LDA. Applications will be accepted via an online portal which will go live on Wednesday. The remaining 153 homes will be made available in 2026.
Prices for the affordable purchase homes start from €243,477 for one-bed apartments; €292,933 for two-bed duplexes; and €365,216 for three-bed houses.
The Local Authority Affordable Purchase Scheme enables eligible buyers to bridge the gap between the price of the home and the amount of personal funds and mortgage available to them.
Carmel Kelly, cathaoirleach of Kildare County Council said: “It’s a very exciting day for Kildare, especially for the people of Naas and the surrounding area. Barracksfield West is a wonderful development that will breathe new life into Naas town through its quality housing, amenities and excellent location."
