What is the average house price in Westmeath in 2026?

The median house price in Westmeath is approximately €260,000 as of late 2025, with prices growing at 12.0% year-on-year.

What is the Local Authority Home Loan limit for Westmeath?

The LAHL property price limit for Westmeath 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 Westmeath?

To buy a median-priced property in Westmeath (€260,000) with a 10% deposit and 3.5x income rule, you would need a gross annual income of approximately €66,857.

Leinster · Updated March 2026

Property Guide:
Westmeath

County Westmeath (population 95,840) has an average property price around €230,000. Key buying areas include Athlone, Mullingar, and Moate. Below you'll find local property data, calculators, and guides specific to buying, selling, or renting in Westmeath.

Athlone and Mullingar are both growing as remote-work hubs with good Dublin rail connections. Prices are rising faster than the national average but still well below Dublin. Strong new-build activity in Mullingar.

€260,000

Median House Price

32% below national median

+12.0%

Year-on-Year Growth

National: +7.0%

€345,000

LAHL Price Limit

From April 2026

€1,300

Avg Monthly Rent

Yield: 6.0%