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House price growth moderated in the third quarter of 2026 against a backdrop of changing economic conditions and higher interest rates. While prices continue to rise at a firm pace, the strengthening in planning permissions and housing commencements is encouraging. The central challenge now is to convert that pipeline into completed homes and relieve sustained pressure across both the sales and rental markets.
Sherry FitzGerald has today published its Irish Residential Market Report for the first half of 2026, highlighting a further decline in the number of second-hand homes advertised for sale over the past year, with the most acute reductions evident in lower price categories.
Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, reported today (Wednesday August 12th, 2026) that Irish agricultural land values remained resilient in the first half of 2026, with the 12-month rolling average weighted value[1] of all farmland rising by 5.3% to €13,528 per acre by the end of June.
Understanding what your home is worth is the first step towards a successful sale. From buyer demand and presentation to local market conditions, here's what influences property values and why now could be the ideal time to start planning for the autumn market.
House price growth moderated in the second quarter of 2026 as supply showed signs of improvement. However, ongoing shortages, particularly outside Dublin, continue to place pressure on buyers. The average value of second-hand homes increased by 1.1% in the quarter and by 5.2% year-on-year, compared with annual growth of 7.4% at the same point last year.
With summer approaching and the recent spell of good weather reminding us just how beautiful Ireland can be at this time of year, many buyers are beginning to dream about owning a holiday home of their own - somewhere to escape to at weekends, unwind with family and friends, and enjoy a slower pace of life closer to nature.
Sherry FitzGerald Research’s latest bi-annual analysis reveals that housing supply across Ireland remains critically constrained, despite an improvement in the number of second-hand homes advertised for sale in January 2026. Just 0.7% of Ireland’s private housing stock—equivalent to 14,629 properties—was listed for sale last month. Although this marks an increase of 4,250 units from the historic low recorded in January 2025, it is still far below the level required for a balanced and functioning housing market.
This market update provides an overview of the key components of demand and supply in the Irish Residential Market in 2025, alongside an economic update.
Irish Second-Hand Home Prices rise 6.8% in 2025 as growth moderates but supply pressures persist
This report provides an overview of the performance of land values in the Irish agricultural land market in the year to Q3 2025, and key developments that impacted this performance.
Sherry FitzGerald welcomes the €11.3bn allocation to the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in Budget 2026. This year’s budget, while more restrained in current expenditure and with no changes to personal income tax, demonstrates a prudent focus on essential infrastructure.
Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agency, today reported that the average value of second-hand homes in Ireland rose by 1.8% in the third quarter of the year. Over the past 12 months, property values have risen by 7.3%, highlighting the continuing challenges in the housing market.
Selling Your Home This Autumn? Why Now Is the Time to Start Preparing
Maximise Your Success in the September Property Market
As autumn approaches, you might be more focused on summer holidays and long, sunlit evenings than on selling your home. However, if you’re considering putting your property on the market, now is the perfect time to start preparing.
With a little foresight and thoughtful planning, you can make sure your home catches the eye of committed buyers eager to move in before the year ends.
When the sun shines in Ireland, we all want to make the most of it. That spirit is increasingly shaping what buyers are looking for in their next home. Across the country, we’re seeing growing interest in properties that offer that little bit extra: a space to relax, entertain, and enjoy the summer months from the comfort of home. In short, homes that double as your own personal staycation spot.
Over years, the expression ‘Swiss Army’ has been adapted as a prefix meaning something which can do more than one thing, after the famous multi-tool pocket knife now manufactured by the firm Victorinox and in much the way the brand Teflon has come to mean ‘that to which nothing sticks’.
Buying property is a complicated process. With over 40 years’ experience working with buyers all over Ireland, we’ve researched and developed a selection of useful guides and resources to provide you with the insight you need..
From getting mortgage-ready to preparing and submitting your full application, our Mortgages division have the insight and expertise you need to help secure you the best possible outcome.
Applying in-depth research methodologies, we regularly publish market updates, trends, forecasts and more helping you make informed property decisions backed up by hard facts and information.
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