What is the average house price in Galway in 2026?

The median house price in Galway is approximately €320,000 as of late 2025, with prices growing at 6.5% year-on-year.

What is the Local Authority Home Loan limit for Galway?

The LAHL property price limit for Galway is €375,000 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 Galway?

To buy a median-priced property in Galway (€320,000) with a 10% deposit and 3.5x income rule, you would need a gross annual income of approximately €82,286.

Connacht · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Galway

County Galway (population 276,451) has an average property price around €310,000. Key buying areas include Galway City, Tuam, Ballinasloe, and Clifden. Below you'll find local property data, calculators, and guides specific to buying, selling, or renting in Galway.

A tight city market where supply hasn't kept up with demand from the medtech and university sectors. Prices in Galway City rival parts of Dublin, but move 20 minutes out to Oranmore or Claregalway and you'll find significantly more house for your money.

€320,000

Median House Price

17% below national median

+6.5%

Year-on-Year Growth

National: +7.0%

€375,000

LAHL Price Limit

From April 2026

€1,700

Avg Monthly Rent

Yield: 6.4%