The ring road is back in court, and Galway cannot afford another decade of delay

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

Six weeks ago in this column, I described the approval of the N6 Galway City Ring Road as potentially the most consequential planning decision for Galway’s housing market in a generation. I meant every word of it. The relief felt across the region when An Coimisiún Pleanála finally issued that decision in April was real and it was earned, the product of more than 30 years of planning, campaigning, legal battles, and hard money spent.

John Quinn to host open viewing at Manor Avenue, Kingston this weekend

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

John Quinn Auctioneers is holding an open viewing on a wonderful detached four bedroom residence at No 6 Manor Avenue, Kingston, Galway. The property is within walking distance of several schools and all local amenities, tennis club, Salthill Promenade, etc.

A rare Galway gem on Fr Griffin Road

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

There are certain addresses in Galway that hold a special place in the city’s property landscape. Fr Griffin Road is undoubtedly one of them. Combining the charm of a mature residential setting with immediate access to both Galway City Centre and the celebrated Salthill coastline, it is a location that consistently attracts discerning buyers seeking the very best of city living. It is here, at the prominent corner of Fr Griffin Road and Whitestrand Road, that one of Galway’s most exciting residential opportunities has arrived on the market.

A spacious detached home in popular Renmore

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers is offering for sale a wonderful five-bedroom detached residence in Glenina Heights.

Spacious detached five bedroom home in a peaceful cul-de-sac

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

No 3 Snipe Lawn is a generous detached five bedroom residence offering excellent space, off-street parking and a private rear garden. This fine 1970s-built home is tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac of just 14 houses, centred around a large communal green area that creates a pleasant and family-friendly setting. Ideally located just off Seamus Quirke Road, the property enjoys easy access to the University of Galway, University Hospital Galway and a wide range of local amenities.

Spacious detached home on a large site in Newcastle

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

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

Exceptional family home offers space, flexibility and convenience at Riverside

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

In a property market where space, versatility and location are increasingly sought after, No 26 Crescent View in Riverside presents a compelling opportunity for families seeking room to grow without compromising on convenience.

O’Donnellan & Joyce presents an exceptional detached home in a quiet cul-de-sac off Threadneedle Road

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce Auctioneers is offering for sale this excellent detached home in a highly sought-after cul-de-sac setting at the top of Threadneedle Road.

Sherry FitzGerald offers a spacious family home in Doughiska

Thu, Jun 11, 2026

No 66 An Fiodán is a beautiful four bedroom semidetached home perfectly located in a well-maintained development overlooking a communal green to the front.

O’Donnellan & Joyce presents an incredible property in Chestnut Lane

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Chestnut Lane is widely regarded as one of Galway’s most prestigious and sought-after residential locations, known for its mature surroundings, privacy, and proximity to the River Corrib and Galway city centre.

Sherry FitzGerald offers an exceptional family home in Claregalway

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

This is an exceptional and spacious four-bedroom detached residence finished to a high standard and set on c0.67 acre (0.27 hectare) of beautifully mature, landscaped gardens. Located just off the N17 Galway–Tuam Road, the property is within 3km of Claregalway village and all local amenities, including excellent primary and secondary schools. Galway city is approximately 8km away and is served by public transport.

Superb Gleann Dara property on the market with John Quinn

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

John Quinn is currently offering for sale No 13 Gleann Dara, Bishop O’Donnell Road, Galway. The property, which is in excellent condition, has a large sitting room, kitchen/dining room, utility room, four large bedrooms on the first floor, plus a main bathroom.

Ground floor apartment in a prime city location

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

DNG Leonard & Heaslip presents No 25 Cill Ard, Bohermore, Galway to the market. This attractive two-bedroom ground-floor apartment presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a well-located home in one of Galway city's most established and convenient residential areas.

Ireland’s housing crisis and the warnings we cannot ignore

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Property insights by Johnny Gannon, Fair Deal Property

Luxury living and bay views over Lough Atalia

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Sherry FitzGerald presents to the market a luxury, A2-rated, detached property with magnificent water views on Lough Atalia Road, a short walk from Eyre Square, Galway.

A distinguished detached residence in sought-after Bushypark

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

Originally constructed in 2006, this immaculate home is presented to the highest standards throughout, offering substantial accommodation, modern quality, excellent comfort, thoughtful design sympathetic to the surrounding landscape, and plentiful natural light.

New affordable homes scheme in Athenry offers buyers a chance to put down roots in a thriving community

Thu, Jun 04, 2026

A new residential development in Athenry is set to provide homebuyers with an attractive opportunity to secure a high-quality, energy-efficient home in one of County Galway’s most vibrant and fast-growing towns.

A glorious private retreat on Taylor’s Hill

Thu, May 28, 2026

Merville, set behind a gated entrance off Taylor’s Hill, is a substantial late Georgian residence (c1830) standing on approximately 0.53 hectare (1.3 acres) of beautifully established and mature gardens.

DNG Leonard & Heaslip brings stunning Shantalla home to the market

Thu, May 28, 2026

DNG Leonard & Heaslip introduces to the market No 9 Fursey Road, Shantalla. An exceptional end-of-terrace residence presented in truly outstanding condition, this beautifully renovated and extended home represents one of the finest residential offerings currently available within Galway city.

Rents surge while supply stalls: Ireland’s housing market has entered a new era

Thu, May 28, 2026

The latest rental figures showing another sharp increase in Irish rents are far more than just another headline. They represent a structural turning point in the Irish housing market and the predictable outcome of poorly conceived interventions in the private rental sector. When government begins to interfere heavily in the operation of markets, particularly through politically motivated reforms, the law of unintended consequences inevitably comes into play. Capital markets, landlords, investors, and developers will always respond rationally in order to protect their own interests. That is not ideology; it is simply the reality of how free markets operate.

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