The 2025 property market in the Galway region saw a continuation in trends noticeable over the last five years, with significant price increases in all property varieties available in the city and county.
Primary demographics of purchasers are led by high demand from owner-occupiers and first-time buyers.
The continued lack of supply in the second-hand market, along with varying employment situations, has led to family buyers seeking in several areas, where these buyers historically would have been focused on one or two areas at most. Well serviced areas such as Oranmore, Renmore, Mervue, Newcastle, Salthill, Knocknacarra, Barna and Moycullen tend to be considered by the same prospect seeking larger residential properties potentially as forever homes.
Furthermore, there is a heightened willingness, particular from first-time buyers, to seek property types other than typical freehold detached or semidetached residences. Well located apartments and duplexes are increasingly popular for owner occupancy.
A key trend continues to be the desire to acquire turnkey property with high energy efficiency ratings. Seen as good alternatives to the lack of new development options available, these quality ratings allow new owners to avail of green mortgages and move in immediately upon purchase with little to no work needed.
An increase in new development property supply, along with the availability in affordable housing schemes, should help in alleviating the pressure on the second-hand market. However, demand levels are expected to continue to be much higher than supply on offer with Galway attracting higher volume of interest than most regions of the country, from domestic buyers and overseas.
Below is a selection of O’Donnellan & Joyce sales throughout the year:
Killeen, Cloonacauneen, Claregalway – sold €922,500
Exceptional detached and architecturally designed residence. The A2 rated property offered an abundance of space with approximately 255sq m throughout. The contemporary design allowed the property to avail of plentiful natural light.
Dunluce House, Knockdoe, Claregalway – sold €750,000
An impressive detached residence on circa one acre of green space. The enormous property offered in excess of 450sq m in excellent condition throughout. The quiet setting was still ideally serviced within close proximity to local primary and secondary schools, as well as Claregalway GAA club.
No 6 Murrough Park, Renmore – sold €565,000
A substantial semidetached residence on a large corner site. Renmore has long been considered one of the most popular suburbs in Galway due to the strong community, good quality outdoor facilities and is well serviced for all required amenities.
No 51 Tara Grove, Wellpark – sold €507,000
Originally constructed in 2004 by premier builder O’Malley Construction Company, Tara Grove is a popular cul-de-sac development with large communal green areas. The area is ideally serviced and well positioned within walking distance of the city centre.
No 55 Cuirt Bhoirne, Roscam – sold €557,000
This A rated semidetached offered a beautiful design and an enviable corner position. Built in 2022 by O’Malley Construction, the property offered all modern facilities and a beautiful coastal outlook.
No 23 Kirwans Court, City Centre – sold €501,000
This city centre apartment is positioned just off of Kirwan’s Lane in the heart of Galway city. Presented in excellent condition, the apartment extended to 93sq m over two storeys in a well managed apartment complex.
No 12 Galway Bay Apartments, Salthill – sold €465,000
A beautiful upper floor apartment with secure access, this property had been offered to market in excellent condition having been fully refurbished by the owner occupier and availed of vaulted ceilings as well as coastal views.
No 16 The Waterfront, city centre – sold €510,000
Pristinely presented throughout with plentiful accommodation space overlooking the River Corrib and the Bridge Mills, The Waterfront is ideally positioned in a secure development right in centre of Galway city, allowing occupants to take advantage of local landmarks nearby.
No 21 Maunsells Road, Galway city – sold €1,720,000
A spectacular detached home elegantly presented in one of Galway city’s most prestigious residential locations. Originally constructed in 2002, the property was offered to the market in turnkey condition which is highlighted by the quality B3 energy rating.
No 9 The Crescent, Galway city – sold €1,650,000
Constructed in the early 19th century and listed on the Record of Protected Structures, No 9 The Crescent is one of 14 in a terrace of houses of what was originally known as Palymra Crescent. A substantial residence filled with character and plentiful potential.
Windermere, 35 Threadneedle Road, Salthill – sold €1,760,000
A spectacular detached home set on a generous 0.32 acre site in Salthill, one of Galway’s most sought-after residential locations. Thoughtfully designed and immaculately maintained, this residence is the epitome of timeless sophistication blended with modern convenience.
No 19 Dr Mannix Road, Salthill – sold €975,000
A double-fronted semidetached residence in one of Galway’s most sought-after locations. The residence is a magnificent family home with extensive accommodation space of approximately 282sq m throughout. The ideal corner position allows the property to avail of a large amount of outside space as well as dual access.
No 9 Oaklands, Salthill – sold €750,000
Originally constructed in the 1960s, No 9 Oaklands offers huge potential. A key feature of the home, which is a trait in all the homes in the area, is the large private garden in the rear. The property is well positioned only a moments walk to Salthill village.
No 107 Cartur Mor, Clybuan Road– sold €586,000
A quality modern detached residence, No 107 Cartur Mor offered modern open-plan accommodation. Originally a four-bed, the house was reconfigured into a three-bed to create more space per room. The corner site was ideally positioned overlooking the communal green.
Glenhoff, Forramoyle East, Barna – sold €1,100,000
A beautiful detached residence on the outskirts of Barna village. The property was offered to market in turnkey condition with a B energy rating and tastefully designed throughout, most notably in the newly renovated open-plan kitchen-reception space. The five bedroom residence offered outlined planning permission giving further potential to one of the finest properties to market.
Trusky West, Barna – sold €435,000
Is is rare to find a bungalow residence in an idyllic location only moments from Barna village. This quaint detached home offered excellent potential for future owner occupiers with approximately 0.71 acre surrounding the home.
Contact the offices of O’Donnellan & Joyce to enquire on 091 564212 or contact Hugh O’Donnellan at [email protected].
