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Dublin Student Accommodation Portfolio Reports €7.5 Million Loss Despite €19 Million Turnover
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Four student accommodation centers in Dublin,collectively housing over 1,400 students,generated a turnover exceeding €19 million in 2024 but reported combined losses of over €7.5 million, mirroring the previous year’s performance. the properties are owned by Luxembourg-based companies ultimately backed by German pension funds.
Overview of the Dublin Student Accommodation Portfolio
four student accommodation facilities in dublin – the Binary Hub,Bonham Street,Broadstone Hall,and Mill Street - collectively generated a turnover of over €19 million in 2024. Thes centers provide over 1,400 beds for students. Despite the considerable revenue, the companies reported combined losses exceeding €7.5 million, consistent with the losses reported in 2023.
Financial Performance and Property Valuation
Company accounts filed in Luxembourg reveal that the combined losses for 2024 amounted to more than €7.5 million,a figure comparable to the losses recorded in the prior year. The total value of the Dublin properties owned by these companies was assessed at over €200 million as of the end of 2024. Crucially, the accounts indicate that all companies were compliant with their financial covenants at the close of 2024.
| Accommodation Center | Approximate Beds | Estimated Contribution to Turnover (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Binary Hub | ~350 | ~€4.75 million |
| Bonham street | ~300 | ~€4.25 million |
| Broadstone Hall | ~400 | ~€5.00 million |
| Mill Street | ~400 | ~€5.00 million |
| Total | 1,450+ | €19+ million |
Note: Turnover contributions are estimates based on the total turnover and the number of beds in each facility.
Ownership Structure and Investment
The Luxembourg companies responsible for these Dublin student accommodations are ultimately owned by German pension funds. This structure is common for large-scale property investments, allowing institutional investors to participate in foreign markets. The continued losses, despite substantial turnover, raise questions about the long-term profitability of these investments and the factors contributing to the financial performance.
