Dublin 8: from €340,000  The Steps, a small development of 12 apartments at Kilmainham Lane, Dublin 8 launches from plans today at the Ballsbridge offices of Gunne New Homes.

A single one-bedroom unit of 55sq m (592sq ft) costs €340,000, nine two-beds with 63- 80sq m (678- 861sq ft) of space start at €400,000, while two three-bed apartments of 102 and 130sq m (1,078 and 1,399sq ft) cost from €520,000.

Built by Citywide Construction, the building stands four storeys tall and all apartments have a south-facing aspect. Three apartments have own-door access to Kilmainham Lane.

Features include contemporary kitchens with integrated appliances, a lift service, balconies and fitted wardrobes. Four apartments have roof terraces. Each will be painted throughout. Ground floor parking is limited to eight spaces, at an additional cost of €30,000.