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Galway’s commercial property market is showing resilience heading into 2026, with strong demand for office space, particularly in high-quality and out-of-town locations, while the retail sector faces more mixed conditions.

First-time buyers in Galway are being urged to be fully prepared, financially disciplined and flexible as competition for homes remains intense, while sellers are warned that pricing and preparation are key to securing a successful sale.

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.

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.

Rooney Auctioneers, Estate Agents & Valuers has announced the opening of its new Galway city office, officially launched this week by the Mayor of Galway, Peter Keane. Located in The Cornstore, this new branch marks a proud milestone in the ongoing expansion of one of Ireland’s most respected property firms.

New to market with Rooney Auctioneers, is a four bedroom semi-detached home, conveniently located on the immediate western outskirts of Galway city. Beautifully positioned overlooking a green area and with a coveted south facing rear aspect, it exudes potential. The spacious private rear garden is not over-looked and is the perfect area for outdoor dining, gardening, relaxation or for children to play. Off-street parking to the front provides a secure and convenient private parking space. With a regular bus service at the entrance, it allows for an easy commute to the city centre or beyond.

The consensus among the auctioneers The Galway Advertiser spoke to over recent weeks was that 2024 was a very strong year for residential property sales, and the market would remain robust in 2025.

There is almost unanimous agreement among the estate agents we spoke to on what is most important for first time buyers, and it can be summed up in two words: Finances and location.

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking offers in excess of €1.25m for one of Galway city’s most well recognised buildings.