What is the average house price in Dublin in 2026?

The median house price in Dublin is approximately €495,000 as of late 2025, with prices growing at 5.6% year-on-year.

What is the Local Authority Home Loan limit for Dublin?

The LAHL property price limit for Dublin is €415,000 from April 2026 (increased from the previous limit). Single applicants can earn up to €80,000 and joint applicants up to €85,000.

What income do I need to buy a house in Dublin?

To buy a median-priced property in Dublin (€495,000) with a 10% deposit and 3.5x income rule, you would need a gross annual income of approximately €127,286.

Leinster · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Dublin

County Dublin (population 1,458,154) has an average property price around €495,000. Key buying areas include Dublin City, Swords, Dún Laoghaire, and Tallaght. Below you'll find local property data, calculators, and guides specific to buying, selling, or renting in Dublin.

Ireland's capital and most expensive property market. Three out of four buyers here are first-timers, and competition for anything under €400,000 is fierce. Energy-efficient homes command a serious premium — a B-rated house in Dublin sells for 10–15% more than a D-rated equivalent.

€495,000

Median House Price

29% above national median

+5.6%

Year-on-Year Growth

National: +7.0%

€415,000

LAHL Price Limit

From April 2026

€2,300

Avg Monthly Rent

Yield: 5.6%