Leinster · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Offaly

Tullamore and Birr offer affordable property within commuting range of Dublin via M6/M7. The county sits at the midlands crossroads, good for anyone who needs to travel. Older housing stock creates strong SEAI grant opportunity.

€220,000
Median House Price
43% below national median
+11.0%
Year-on-Year Growth
National: +7.0%
€310,000
LAHL Price Limit
From April 2026
€1,150
Avg Monthly Rent
Yield: 6.3%

Buying a Median-Priced Home in Offaly

Median property price€220,000
Deposit required (10%)€22,000
Mortgage needed (90%)€198,000
Income needed (3.5x rule)€56,571
Monthly repayment (3.5%, 30yr)€889/mo
Stamp duty (1%)€2,200
Local Property Tax (est.)€226/yr
Average BER ratingD2

Market Highlights — Offaly 2026

Key Towns & Areas

TullamoreBirrEdenderryClaraBanagher

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About the Property Market in Offaly

The median house price in Offaly is €220,000, which is 43% below national median. Prices have grown by 11.0% 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 Offaly is €310,000. 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 Offaly is D2, meaning most Offaly 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 Offaly. Average rents are €1,150/month, giving a gross rental yield of 6.3%. Read our landlord compliance guide.

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