Applications open for 14 new cost-rental homes in Athlone

Applications for 14 new two-bedroom cost rental apartments at Cornamaddy Court in Athlone are now open.

The new A-rated homes, built by Glenveagh, will be managed by Tuath Housing, with rents set at €1,200 per month.

Cornamaddy Court is described as "a collection of contemporary new homes located close to Athlone town centre, moments from Lough Ree and the River Shannon, offering excellent connectivity to local and national road and rail networks".

Situated on the edge of Athlone, Cornamaddy Court offers "the perfect blend of modern town living and countryside escape," according to Tuath Housing.

It added that the development is located close to local amenities, schools, shops, and transport links.

Cost rental housing is open to people who do not qualify for social housing but whose net household income is less than €59,000 per annum.

The homes are expected to become available for letting from early August, and the closing date for applications is Friday, June 5.

Tuath Housing are delivering the homes in partnership with Glenveagh and with the support of Westmeath County Council through the Department of Housing’s Cost Rental Equity Loan (CREL) scheme and private financing from the Housing Finance Agency (HFA).

To learn more about Cost Rental and apply for a home at Cornamaddy visit https://tuathhousing.ie/cost-rental/

Applications will be processed through an online lottery system, with successful applicants notified once the process concludes.