Dublin 4 Residence Secures Highest House Sale of the Year at €5.75 Million
A property in Dublin 4 has been sold for €5.75 million, establishing a new high for residential property sales in the Irish capital this year, according to figures from the Residential Property Price Register [1]. The residence, located at 61 Ailesbury Road, was initially listed for €6.95 million last summer.
The Hoc Clinic Founders Sell Ailesbury Road Home
The sellers of the property are Dr. Hugh O’Connor, a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist, and his wife, Fiona Healy [2]. The couple are prominent figures in the women’s health sector as the founders of The Hoc medical clinic [3].
Property Details and Features
The Edwardian semi-detached home spans 5,468 sq ft and features seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms [3]. It has been extensively remodelled and includes a basement gym, a large south-facing garden, and a tennis court. Sotheby’s International marketed the property, describing it as a “distinguished residence” on one of Dublin’s most prestigious addresses [3].
The Hoc Clinic and Company Information
The Hoc Clinic Ltd was incorporated in October 2022, with Dr. O’Connor serving as a director and Ms. Healy as company secretary [3]. As of the latest reports, the firm has not yet filed its accounts. The clinic was founded by Dr. O’Connor, an award-winning gynaecologist and obstetrician with over 30 years of experience, and Fiona Healy, according to the clinic’s website [3].
Sale Price and Market Context
While the property attracted significant interest, the final sale price of €5.75 million fell short of the initial asking price of €6.95 million [3]. The sale represents the most expensive single house sale in Dublin to date this year [3].
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