"During the Covid-19 lockdown, Sarah Phelan made finding a home her pandemic project, viewing over 200 properties across Dublin while wearing a mask and queuing outside."
"The route to buying No63 Herberton Drive was not straightforward, with two other attempted purchases falling through due to structural issues and market changes."
"Phelan finally went sale agreed on No63 in July 2021, purchasing the 1,122 sq ft home from Dolores Connolly, whose family had owned it since the 1930s."
Sarah Phelan, an insurance accountant, viewed over 200 homes during the Covid-19 lockdown before purchasing a red brick semi-detached house in Crumlin. After two failed purchases due to structural issues and market changes, she finally secured the home in July 2021. The house, built in 1938, had been in the same family for over 80 years. Phelan's determination and extensive search reflect the challenges faced by homebuyers during the pandemic.
Read at Irish Independent
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