What is the average house price in Kilkenny in 2026?

The median house price in Kilkenny is approximately €290,000 as of late 2025, with prices growing at 7.0% year-on-year.

What is the Local Authority Home Loan limit for Kilkenny?

The LAHL property price limit for Kilkenny is €345,000 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 Kilkenny?

To buy a median-priced property in Kilkenny (€290,000) with a 10% deposit and 3.5x income rule, you would need a gross annual income of approximately €74,571.

Leinster · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Kilkenny

County Kilkenny (population 103,685) has an average property price around €260,000. Key buying areas include Kilkenny City, Thomastown, and Callan. Below you'll find local property data, calculators, and guides specific to buying, selling, or renting in Kilkenny.

A medieval city with a strong tourism economy and growing residential appeal. Kilkenny City prices have risen sharply but still sit below the national median. Good schools, walkable city centre, and strong community make it popular with families relocating from Dublin.

€290,000

Median House Price

24% below national median

+7.0%

Year-on-Year Growth

National: +7.0%

€345,000

LAHL Price Limit

From April 2026

€1,400

Avg Monthly Rent

Yield: 5.8%