Why the war in Iran could deepen Ireland’s housing shortage

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Property insights by Johnny Gannon, Fair Deal Property Galway Auctioneers & Estate Agents.

Boutique living meets modern performance in Claremorris

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Fair Deal Property New Homes Division introduces Ard Rua Meadows, an exclusive boutique development of 26 beautifully designed A-rated homes located within commuting distance of Galway city.

Spacious semidetached home available on the Cappagh Road

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

O’Donnellan & Joyce auctioneers is offering for sale this spacious semidetached residence in the popular Liosmor development situated on Cappagh Road in Knocknacarra.

Space meets coastal living in Barna village

Thu, Apr 09, 2026

Sherry FitzGerald presents No 132 Creagan, a beautifully maintained four bedroom mid-terrace home set in Barna village, offering an exceptional balance of space, light and convenience. Built in 2004 by O'Malley Construction, this impressive residence features a large sunroom to the rear overlooking a private west-facing garden, along with a balcony to the front enjoying views over a central green area.

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.”

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