Average residential rent in Ireland 2024, by county
In the second quarter of 2024, Dublin stood out with the highest average residential rent in Ireland. The average rent in the city center was 2,377 euros a month. Wicklow took the second spot with a rent of 2,042 euros per month. Other counties in the top five were Kildare, Meath, and Louth with an average rent range of 1,793 to 1,983 euros. In contrast, Leitrim emerged as the most budget-friendly county, with an average monthly rent of 1,139 euros. Additionally, Donegal, Monaghan,Sligo, and Mayo joined the ranks of the top five most affordable counties, boasting average rents ranging from 1,185 to 1,338 euros. Overall, residential real estate in most Irish counties measured a double-digit annual increase in rental costs in the second quarter of 2024.
