Second-Hand Housing Supply Improves but National Shortage Remains Acute

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.

Irish Residential Market Update Q4 2025

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

Irish Second-Hand Home Prices rise 6.8% in 2025 as growth moderates but supply pressures persist

Irish Agricultural Land Market Review Q3 2025

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 Key Housing and Infrastructure Measures in Budget 2026

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.

House Price Index Q3 2025

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?

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.

Top Staycation Features Buyers Love This Summer

Top Staycation Features Buyers Love This Summer

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.

Swiss Army Rooms

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’.

Locally Designed Property

Getting Your Garden Summer Ready

Get Your Garden Summer-Ready Before Going on the Market
As we move into May and the promise of summer begins to show, many homeowners across Ireland are starting to prepare their properties for the market. The longer evenings, warmer days, and vibrant greenery make this one of the most active times of year for viewings—and that includes the garden.

Capital Flows in the Irish Property Market

Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, reported today (Tuesday May 20th, 2025) that capital flows into the Irish property market totalled €28.7 billion in 2024. This represents a robust 13% increase on the €25.5 billion recorded in 2023. Improvements in capital spend were seen across the commercial and residential property sectors.

Press Release Q1 2025

“Rising property prices, supply shortages, and geopolitical uncertainty intensify housing market pressures” 

Statement by Marian Finnegan, Managing Director, Sherry FitzGerald

Friday 4th April 2025

New Year New Start

The New Year is all about making a new start. If you’re planning on selling your property, this is an excellent time to begin the process. Potential buyers are energised and highly motivated. They’ve probably made a New Year’s resolution to buy a new home! To tap into that energy, get your property on the market at the start of the year.

Christmas Styling

Decorating your property for Christmas viewings is a lovely way of adding interest and sparkle at a dark time of the year. ‘Make sure your property is fully staged before you start styling,’ says Natasha Rocca Devine, interior architect and stylist. ‘The decluttering, cleaning and painting come first. The next step is having the photographs taken. Don’t include anything Christmassy at this stage, because the house may sell later in the year.’