Applications now open for Athlone 'affordable housing' scheme

The online application portal for those seeking to purchase one of the ten houses being made available through a Westmeath County Council Affordable Housing Scheme in the new Bower Hill estate in Athlone went live earlier today (Monday).

The scheme, which was announced last month, involves ten new homes that are being offered by the council "at a price that is lower than market value".

The houses in question consist of one two-bedroom house, eight three-bedroom houses, and one four-bedroom house. Income limits apply in respect of those seeking to avail of the scheme, and the minimum purchase prices of the ten houses will range from €241,000 to €298,000.

The scheme opened to applications at noon today and will remain open for three weeks, until midnight on Monday, November 7.

"The properties are open to people who are first time buyers or qualify under the 'Fresh Start Principle'. Applications will be assessed in line with the Westmeath County Council Scheme of Priority," said the council in a statement.

More information, and the application portal for the scheme, can be found on the council's website here.