Social housing body buys 50 homes in Athy
The homes will support the town's growth and development, says the council
Social housing body Oaklee has completed the purchase of 53 new homes in Kildare at Meadow Mill, Geraldine Road, Athy.
A further 9 homes at Meadow Mill are expected to follow later in 2026, bringing Oaklee’s total acquisition at the development to 62 homes. Oaklee say the acquisition commitment to delivering homes to build futures in, high-quality, well-located homes delivered at scale, with purpose, efficiency and strong partnership.
The 53 homes form part of a wider residential development close to Athy town centre and include a mix of duplexes and apartments, comprising 26 two-bedroom duplexes, 8 three-bedroom duplexes, 18 one-bedroom apartments within a duplex block, and 1 two-bedroom terraced house.
Oaklee acknowledged the support of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Finance Agency, the Housing Agency, Kildare County Council, and the developer, Quantum Group, for their support in enabling the delivery of these homes.
Helen Moore, Director of Development at Oaklee, said:
“The completion of the purchase of these first 53 homes at Meadow Mill is another important milestone in Oaklee’s delivery programme and reflects what we mean when we talk about delivering homes to build futures in. These are high-quality, well-located homes that will make a meaningful contribution to housing delivery in Athy and provide secure homes for households in Co Kildare.
“Meadow Mill also demonstrates the strength of partnership required to deliver at scale and with purpose. I want to acknowledge the important support of the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Finance Agency, The Housing Agency, Kildare County Council, and Quantum Group in helping to bring these homes forward.
Annette Aspell, Director of Housing, Regeneration and People with Kildare County Council added: "The delivery of these new homes at Meadow Mill represents a significant addition to housing supply in Athy and an important step in supporting the town’s continued growth and development. This development demonstrates the strong collaboration between Kildare County Council and Oaklee in progressing the delivery of high-quality homes in locations where they are most needed."
Oaklee say they will continue to work with Kildare County Council and relevant partners as preparations progress for the occupation of the homes.
