Budget 2027 offers financial help to some buyers, renters and homeowners. Whether it makes finding a home easier is another question. At Howley Souhan, working across sales, lettings and property management in Dublin and Naas, we see two separate issues: what households can claim, and whether suitable homes are available within their budgets. The Budget, announced on 6 October 2026, includes changes...

For years, almost every conversation about the Irish property market has eventually arrived at the same place: we simply don't have enough homes. That shortage has helped sustain house prices, kept rental availability painfully tight and encouraged buyers to widen their searches from Dublin into established commuter towns such as Naas. It also explains why apparently contradictory things can happen at...

There is an interesting change taking place in the Irish property market. Prices are still rising and good houses are still attracting competition, but the pace of growth has eased. The latest CSO figures put some numbers around what agents and buyers have been sensing on the ground. Residential property prices nationally increased by 5.6% in the 12 months to June 2026, compared with 6.1% in the year...

Ireland's homes are usually discussed in terms of damp, heating systems and preparing for winter, but this summer's prolonged spell of hot weather has highlighted a different set of issues. Top-floor apartments that remain warm well into the evening, south-facing rooms that become uncomfortable during the afternoon, dry gardens, shrinking timber and homes that struggle to cool down overnight have all...

The European Central Bank announced a 0.25% increase in its key interest rates on 11 June, with the change taking effect on 17 June. The move, prompted by renewed inflationary pressures linked largely to rising energy costs, brings the Deposit Facility Rate to 2.25%, the Main Refinancing Operations Rate to 2.40%, and the Marginal Lending Facility Rate to 2.65%. Interest rate announcements can sometimes...

Why Is Regular Property Maintenance Essential for Landlords in Dublin and Naas? Anyone who has managed rental property in Ireland for long enough eventually develops a kind of sixth sense about buildings. You notice the faint damp mark beginning to creep across a north-facing wall after a wet February. You hear a boiler making the sort of noise boilers should not make. You learn that blocked gutters in...

Why Do Landlords Use Property Management Companies in Dublin? A property management company in Dublin handles the day-to-day running of rental properties, from tenant communication and rent collection to maintenance and legal compliance. Their role is to protect landlord income, reduce stress, and ensure properties stay compliant with Irish rental laws. Owning rental property in Dublin or Naas can be a...

Ireland’s rental market has entered another period of regulatory change. From 1 March, significant updates to residential tenancy law have come into effect, altering notice periods, tenancy rules and obligations for both landlords and tenants. For landlords in Dublin and Naas — and for tenants currently renting or planning to — understanding these changes is essential. Below, we break down the key...

In Dublin and Naas, the rental market remains exceptionally tight. Demand is high, supply is limited, and good properties often receive dozens of enquiries within days. For landlords, that can feel reassuring. But experienced letting agents know that high demand does not eliminate risk. One poorly vetted tenant can result in rent arrears, property damage, RTB disputes, and months of unnecessary stress....

As Dublin's housing market remains squeezed, buyers are looking beyond the capital to commuter towns like Naas. With growing interest and rising prices, the question many sellers are asking is: Are commuter towns like Naas really attracting higher property prices—and is now the right time to sell? What Is a Commuter Town and Why Is Naas One of Ireland's Most Sought-After? A commuter town is a...