Kildare County Council Launches Affordable Housing Scheme at Stradowe Meadows, Athy
Launch of 12 new Affordable Homes
20th March 2026: Kildare County Council is pleased to announce the launch of an Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme for private buyers at Stradowe Meadows, Fortbarrington Road, Athy. Delivered in partnership with Cairn Homes, the scheme offers first-time buyers and other eligible homebuyers the opportunity to purchase one of twelve newly built homes at reduced prices. The development includes a mix of 3-bedroom and 4-bedroom homes located just minutes from Athy Town Centre and its local amenities, with easy access to the M9 motorway. Athy Train Station offers transport links to Heuston Station, Carlow, Kilkenny & Waterford and regular bus services link Athy to Dublin City Centre, Carlow & towns throughout Kildare. The homes are expected to be ready for occupation in April 2026.
Welcoming the launch of the scheme Annette Aspell, Director of Services, Kildare County Council said: “Kildare County Council is delighted to reach this important milestone, in what will be the first affordable housing purchase scheme in Athy, providing much needed homes that are being offered at affordable prices for potential home buyers. Kildare County Council’s aim, under the affordable housing scheme, is to provide vital support for home buyers.”
The Affordable Housing Purchase Scheme aims to support first-time buyers, with some exceptions. Eligible applicants looking to buy a home in Kildare are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the application process and documentation, available online at https://kildarecoco.ie/AllServices/Housing/AffordableHousing/.
The application portal will open at 11am on Wednesday 1st April 2026 and will remain open until at 12.00pm on Thursday 7th May 2026.
