Property Description

Development Land for Sale - 6.9 Acres Zoned Residential
Prime Residential Opportunity in Coosan / Cornamagh, Athlone

An exceptional opportunity to acquire 6.9 acres of residential zoned land, ideally located in one of Athlone's most sought-after residential areas. Situated directly opposite Fernhill Garden Centre and SuperValu, this site offers significant potential for a high-quality community development.

Key Highlights:

Zoned for Residential Use - Ready for immediate development.

Ideal Size - The 6.9-acre footprint is perfect for a well-planned, medium-density development that can be delivered in a manageable and efficient timeframe.

Exceptional Location - Bordering the desirable neighbourhoods of Coosan and Cornamagh.

Convenient Amenities - Within a 5-minute walk to schools, shops, and a range of sporting facilities.

Excellent Connectivity - Easy access to the motorway network and just minutes from Athlone town centre.

This site presents an excellent opportunity for developers seeking a well-located, easily deliverable residential project in a high-demand area.

ATHLONE - THE CENTRE
Athlone is a vibrant commercial centre, which is home to a significant cluster of Global Pharmaceutical corporations, World leading Medical Device and IT corporations and a thriving service industry. In addition to the existing IDA Campus at Garycastle, the IDA have acquired a 60 Acre development at Lisseywollen (P.P. for site clearance lodged) which is across the road from the subject site.
Athlone is situated in the centre of Ireland, off the M6/N6 Dublin-Galway Motorway and the intercity Dublin-Galway Train service. It is the second most populous town in the Midlands Region and is forecasted to expand significantly.
The subject property is located on the East side of the town, adjacent to a Contemporary Urban Neighbourhood Centre including Costa Café, HealthCare Pharmacy , Buccaneers International Rugby Club, the award winning Fernhill Garden Centre and Savoury Fare Restaurant. Located 1500m from the town centre, walking distance from the Train station, and 500m from Junction 10 of the N6/M6, the land is top quality Development land.

ATHLONE'S MOST SOUGHT AFTER LOCATION
The lands are centrally located to Athlone Town Centre and the Lake Amenity Areas. The land is adjacent to Buccaneers Rugby Sports grounds, providing opportunities (SPP) for scenic terraced views along southern and western vantages of this green space, sports amenity.
Located beside established executive homes, the lands provide opportunities for a mix of executive homes, first time buyers and due to its central location, those seeking to downsize.

ATHLONE - CULTURAL AND SOCIAL
Famed for its concentration of awarding winning restaurants, many of which are in the most idyllic lakeside locations, Athlone provides culinary options drawn from every corner of the globe. In addition, the town provides a host of internationally branded hotels.
An ancient town on the Shannon, Athlone holds many records, including that of Sean's Bar, located on the west bank of the river, which is certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as the oldest pub in Ireland (900AD). The vibrant Lough Ree Yacht Club which hosts local, National and International sailing events, holds the record for the Worlds second oldest Yacht Club (1770).
The town is rich in social activities, with clubs that cater for just about every form of water sport from sailing, leisure boat cruising, rowing, angling, multiple swimming pools, and Athlone is home to Ireland's largest inflatable waterpark; BaySports.
Golfing enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice with numerous golf clubs around the Athlone area. There are a host of facilities for the more high-octane athletes including the Athletic track at Athlone Technical University, Buccaneers Rugby Club, GAA clubs, Soccer club, and Athlone Tennis Club which is being upgraded to provide all-weather covered courts. If exhilaration and competition is your thing, or you prefer a quiet country hack, Athlone is set in prime equestrian country.
Walking and cycling enthusiasts will enjoy the benefit of the Greenway and Cycleway and the new cycleway bridge across the Shannon at the Raddison Athlone over to the An Luan Art Gallery was completed in 2023.

GROWTH - NATIONAL PRIORITY DEVELOPMENT & FUNDING STATUS
The Government's "Project Ireland 2040 National Planning Framework 2040" Policy Objectives provide National priority Development Status and funding for the Regional Spatial and Economic Development of Athlone. The framework identifies:
Due to strategic location and scale of population, employment and services, Athlone has an influence that extends to part of all three Regional Assembly areas. Given the importance of regional interdependencies, it will be necessary to prepare a co-ordinated strategy for Athlone at both regional and town level, to ensure that the town and environs has the capacity to grow sustainably and to secure investment, as the key regional centre in the Midlands".
Funding for the Project Ireland 2040 National Planning Framework is provided by "the National Development Plan, a ten year strategy for public capital investment of almost €116 Billion".


HOUSING DEMAND
The existing economic vibrancy of Athlone has meant that there is a significant demand for housing.
The National Planning Framework 2040 and the sanctioned funding from the National Development Plan will see significant additional demand for housing. Due to the sanctioned funding, the delivery of services and capacity to meet this demand has commenced. For example in 2023 the massive €114 million Athlone wastewater project commenced.

Services
We understand all main services are available in the vicinity of the subject property. All interested parties should satisfy themselves on the location and availability of services.

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