Leinster · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Louth

Ireland's smallest county but one of its most dynamic. Dundalk benefits from the Dublin–Belfast economic corridor, while Drogheda is essentially a Dublin commuter town. Prices in Drogheda have risen sharply. The M1 motorway makes both towns highly accessible.

€310,000
Median House Price
19% below national median
+8.0%
Year-on-Year Growth
National: +7.0%
€345,000
LAHL Price Limit
From April 2026
€1,500
Avg Monthly Rent
Yield: 5.8%

Buying a Median-Priced Home in Louth

Median property price€310,000
Deposit required (10%)€31,000
Mortgage needed (90%)€279,000
Income needed (3.5x rule)€79,714
Monthly repayment (3.5%, 30yr)€1,253/mo
Stamp duty (1%)€3,100
Local Property Tax (est.)€319/yr
Average BER ratingD1

Market Highlights — Louth 2026

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About the Property Market in Louth

The median house price in Louth is €310,000, which is 19% below national median. Prices have grown by 8.0% over the past year, outpacing the national average of 7.0%.

Under the Local Authority Home Loan scheme (updated April 2026), the maximum property price in Louth is €345,000. Single applicants can earn up to €80,000 and joint applicants up to €85,000. This government-backed mortgage offers fixed rates from 3.35% for the full term — significantly below most commercial rates.

The average BER rating for homes in Louth is D1, meaning most Louth homes have real room for energy improvement. Homes with a BER of B2 or better typically sell faster and for 10-15% more. SEAI grants of up to €25,000+ are available for insulation, heat pumps, solar panels, and windows. Check your grant eligibility.

For landlords, the March 2026 rental law changes apply to all new tenancies in Louth. Average rents are €1,500/month, giving a gross rental yield of 5.8%. Read our landlord compliance guide.

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