A beautifully extended, light-filled home in one of Galway’s most coveted neighbourhoods

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

No 77 Fr Burke Road is a rare offering in The Claddagh — a home that surprises at every turn. What appears from the street as a charming end-of-terrace residence unfolds into a remarkably spacious, architect-designed property, reimagined and substantially extended in 2007 to create a contemporary, light-filled living environment over three impressive levels.

O’Donnellan & Joyce offers a spacious detached home in tranquil Moycullen

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is offering for sale this excellent detached residence with tranquil surroundings and quick access to Galway city in the popular neighbourhood of Clooniffe, Moycullen.

A spacious home in Oranmore

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Sherry FitzGerald presents to the market a spacious and modernised four bedroom home set on mature, southwest facing gardens located just six minutes from Oranmore and 14km from Galway city. This area is very popular and close to several amenities such as a primary school, playground, astroturf pitch and Athenry Golf Club.

Spacious Tirellan four bed is ideally located

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

John Quinn has received instructions to offer for sale No 437 Tirellan Heights, Headford Road.

Sherry FitzGerald offers an A Rated home in Oranmore

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Sherry FitzGerald has recently presented No 105 Coill Clocha to the market, an excellent A-rated three bedroom semidetached home in Oranmore. Constructed in 2022, the property has an impressive, homely style and finish and is located within walking distance of the village. It is positioned nicely at the end of the row, giving it a significantly large plot with front and rear gardens with large side entry driveway.

Substantial detached home on the Cappagh Road

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is offering for sale this substantial detached residence on the popular Cappagh Road, Knocknacarra.

Substantial detached home close to University of Galway

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is offering for sale this spacious detached residence on a large corner site in the popular Newcastle location of Fairlands Park.

Planning reform and garden homes can unlock Galway’s hidden housing supply

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

For years, Ireland’s housing crisis has been defined as much by planning constraints as by supply shortages. But recent policy signals suggest a notable shift in thinking; one that could finally move the system from restricting housing solutions to enabling them.

Planning reform and garden homes can unlock Galway’s hidden housing supply

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

For years, Ireland’s housing crisis has been defined as much by planning constraints as by supply shortages. But recent policy signals suggest a notable shift in thinking; one that could finally move the system from restricting housing solutions to enabling them.

Residence on land available in Craughwell

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

Sherry FitzGerald has brought to market a wonderful detached residence with approximately 3.87 acres in a tranquil, picturesque setting five minutes from Craughwell village and 25 minutes from Galway city.

An exceptional home off Circular Road

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce is offering for sale this stunning four bed semidetached residence at Bushypark Lawn just off Circular Road, one of Galway city's most desirable residential locations.

Large detached home in a city centre development

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

O'Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers is offering to market this exceptional four bed detached residence in the popular city location of Forster Court in the heart of Galway city.

Stunning A1 rated home in Salthill

Thu, Apr 02, 2026

No 4A Devon Park, Salthill is a beautiful A1-rated semidetached home in a prime Salthill location. This superb modern residence offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a stylish, energy-efficient home in the highly sought-after setting of old Salthill. Built circa 2016 and finished to a very high standard throughout, this impressive property combines modern design, high-performance construction, and a superb location within easy reach of every amenity.

Strong demand for property expected to continue in 2026

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Galway’s property market has seen another year of strong demand, rising prices and constrained supply, with estate agents across the city and county pointing to a highly competitive landscape shaped by first-time buyers, returning emigrants and ongoing housing shortages.

While new developments and rental market changes are beginning to influence supply, affordability pressures and broader economic uncertainty are also starting to shape buyer behaviour heading into 2026.

Current Developments in Galway’s private residential rental sector

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

The private residential rental sector in Galway is currently undergoing considerable transformation, reflecting not only local but national market dynamics. These changes are affecting landlords, tenants, and stakeholders across the region. This analysis presents an overview of the principal developments, incorporating expert commentary from Fergal Leonard, Director of DNG Leonard & Heaslip.

Sherry FitzGerald Galway Housing Market Review, 2025 and 2026

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

The Galway Residential Market in 2025 experienced another active year of healthy sales, characterised by strong demand and weak supply. The number of second-hand residential properties that came to the market in 2025 had fallen by approximately 10 per cent on 2024, which in itself was a year of very tight supply. Tony Kavanagh commented, “This has resulted in creating a very competitive marketplace for potential buyers, often resulting in properties attracting multiple bidders and continuing capital price growth in the order of 8.2 per cent for 2025 in Galway.”

Unlock the potential of a vacant property

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

The Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant provides financial support for the restoration of vacant and derelict buildings. It can also help fund the renovation of empty or derelict properties that were not previously used as homes, provided the appropriate planning permission has been secured.

Grants of up to €50,000 to renovate a vacant property are available. This increases to €70,000 if the property is derelict. If you are living on an offshore island, you can get up to €84,000 to renovate a derelict building or up to €60,000 for a vacant property. The limits for how much you can get for each type of work are also increased by 20 per cent if you live on one of these islands.

Demand surges but supply lags in Galway’s new homes market

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Strong demand for new homes across Galway is continuing to outpace supply, with estate agents reporting intense interest from first-time buyers and families, particularly for energy-efficient homes, while delivery remains slow and uneven across the county.

New homes market in Galway for 2026

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

The new homes market in Galway city and county continues to be characterised by strong demand and constrained supply, particularly for modern energy-efficient housing. Demand from first-time buyers and families for A-rated homes has grown significantly, driven by rising energy costs, green mortgage incentives and a greater awareness of long-term sustainability.

Salthill’s rising property tide

Thu, Mar 26, 2026

Few places in Galway capture the imagination quite like Salthill. With its sweeping promenade, views across Galway Bay, and a community atmosphere that blends seaside charm with city convenience, the coastal suburb continues to attract strong interest from buyers both local and further afield. As demand continues to grow, one auctioneer has quietly built a reputation as the go-to specialist for selling property in the area.

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