Who This Residence Suits
This apartment on Clonskeagh Road in Rathmines is a large shared house with 14 bedrooms, aimed primarily at students or young professionals looking for a central Dublin location with a wide price range. It suits those who prioritise proximity to several of Dublin’s universities and the social life of the Rathmines area over absolute quiet or modern building standards. The monthly rent of €575 to €1,200 (indicative — confirm with the operator) is flexible enough to accommodate tighter budgets for smaller rooms, while the higher end may include ensuite or larger rooms. The minimum lease of eight months makes it viable for an academic year. It also suits people who don’t mind a lively, occasionally noisy environment and are comfortable sharing a bathroom and kitchen with a large group.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
The property would not suit anyone who needs a peaceful study or sleep environment. Multiple Google reviews mention construction noise that starts at 6 am and continues until midnight, with vibrations shaking the entire building. One reviewer, Ryan Forsythe, wrote: “Management sucks. They let construction go on until midnight on some nights, as well as starting at 6am sometimes. Constant noise from construction shaking the whole building, as well as a very bright light shining through my window at all hours, even when the establishment below is closed. Management has don’t nothing.” Another resident, Jerry Walker, said: “If I get woken up by drilling that vibrates the entire building one more time, I’m going to chain myself up outside in a hunger strike.” If you are sensitive to noise, this is not a safe bet.
The building also appears to have poor insulation. Forest Ruan, who lived there for about a year, noted: “Roasting in summer and freezing in winter as mentioned in the other review, is absolutely true! The ground floor can be really wet especially in bedroom.” That review also mentions frequent fire alarms going off late at night. People who need a stable temperature or are prone to allergies from damp conditions should avoid the ground-floor rooms. Additionally, the overall Google rating is 3.9 from 40 reviews, which is average; the negative reviews focus on management responsiveness and building quality.
What Residents Actually Say
The three reviews provided capture the main themes. Ryan Forsythe (1 star) and Jerry Walker (1 star) both experienced construction noise and poor management. Forest Ruan (3 stars) gave a more balanced view: “Lived there for around 1 year. Good location and it’s generally safe. Downsides are, the fire alarm went off way too often, sometimes late at night. ‘Roasting in summer and freezing in winter’ as mentioned in the other review, is absolutely true! The ground floor can be really wet especially in bedroom.” So the location and safety are positives, but building conditions — noise, temperature, dampness, and fire alarms — are recurring complaints. No reviews mention positive interactions with management.
Price Positioning vs the City’s From-Price
Dublin’s rental market is expensive. The city-wide “from” price for a room on this platform is €219 per month (likely a single room in a larger shared house, or a budget property). That figure is indicative of the lower end of the market, often far from city centre or in older buildings. At €575–€1,200 per month, this property sits well above that floor price. The minimum price here (€575) is about 2.6 times the city from-price. For context, there are 50 properties listed in Dublin on this platform, so options range widely. This property is priced in the mid-to-high range for shared rooms, possibly reflecting the large number of bedrooms and the Rathmines location. Higher-priced rooms (closer to €1,200) likely include better amenities (e.g. ensuite, new furniture) or a larger room. Prospective tenants should compare with other shared apartments in the same area to confirm value, as the wide price band suggests significant variation inside the same unit.
Room-Type Guidance
The listing’s unit types include “3b”, “5b”, “6b”, and “independent_house”. However, this specific inventory is for a 14-bedroom apartment, so it is essentially a very large shared house. The “3b/5b/6b” labels likely refer to other properties under the same management, but the actual accommodation offered here contains 14 rooms. You should clarify with the operator how many rooms are available and which ones are vacant. The price range of €575–€1,200 suggests that some rooms are basic (small, shared bathroom) and others are larger or have better amenities. When booking, ask for specific room dimensions, whether the bathroom is shared or private, and whether bills (electricity, internet, heating) are included. The tags mention “Air Conditioning” and “wifi”, but that may not apply to all rooms; confirm individually.
Given the negative reviews about dampness and temperature, avoid ground-floor bedrooms if possible. Try to visit the property in person or request a virtual tour to assess noise levels and natural light. The construction noise mentioned in reviews appears to be from a nearby establishment below the building, so it may be an ongoing issue.
Booking Timing
The listing’s availability status is marked “not_available” in the tags, and the “available_from” field is null. This likely means that there is no immediate vacancy, or the property is currently full. For a 14-bed apartment, turnover can happen anytime as students move out mid-semester. If you are planning for a 2026 or 2027 academic year, start checking from early spring (March–April) for September move-ins. Book as soon as a room becomes available that meets your criteria, because large shared houses in Rathmines are in high demand. Keep in mind the minimum lease of eight months — this works for a full academic year but may be less flexible if you only need a semester.
Given the mixed reviews, proceed with caution. Request a cooling-off period in the contract if possible, and ask for written confirmation of any promised upgrades or repairs.
FAQ
H3: Are bills included in the €575–€1,200 rent?
This information is not provided in the data. You must ask the operator directly. Many large shared houses in Dublin include water, electricity, gas, and internet in the rent, but not always. The tags mention wifi, so internet may be covered, but confirm. If bills are not included, your monthly cost could be €100–€200 higher depending on usage and season (heating in winter). Always request a written breakdown.
H3: How can I avoid the worst rooms?
Reviews highlight problems with the ground floor (damp, wet), rooms facing the construction source (bright light, noise), and poor insulation. When contacting the operator, specifically ask for a room on an upper floor, facing away from the street or construction, and with modern windows. Ask whether the room has been renovated recently. If possible, request a video call to see the actual state of the room and common areas, especially the kitchen and bathroom cleanliness.
H3: Is the area safe and convenient?
According to Forest Ruan, the location is generally safe. Rathmines is a well-established Dublin neighbourhood with good bus routes to city centre and universities. The address is on Clonskeagh Road, close to shops, restaurants, and the Rathmines Library. Walking distance to University College Dublin is about 30 minutes; Trinity College is a 20-minute bus ride. Late-night safety is considered average for Dublin 6. The frequent fire alarms mentioned in reviews may disrupt sleep but also suggest that fire safety systems are active.
Sources & data date: 2026-07
This article is based on listing data from a global student-housing platform, including three Google reviews (dated not specified), and Dublin market context from the same platform. Prices and availability change regularly. For the most current information on this Room in a 14 Bedroom Apartment at 3 Clonskeagh Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6, D06 W0X9, please use the on-site assistant to check live availability and room details.
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