Prices & Market
Dublin House Prices vs Rest of Ireland 2026
Dublin property commands a 55.2% premium over the national median — the widest gap in over a decade. Full postcode breakdown from the Property Price Register.
Dublin Median
€520,000
2025 · All residential
National Median
€335,000
2025 · All counties
Dublin Premium
€185,000
above national median
Premium %
+55.2%
highest since 2016
Price History
Dublin vs National Price Trend 2012–2025
Dublin prices have more than doubled since the post-crash trough in 2012. The premium over national prices narrowed briefly in 2018–2020 before widening sharply again.
Median House Price: Dublin vs National (2012–2025)
Annual median transaction price in EUR. Dublin in red, national in green.
Source: Property Price Register (PSRA) · CSO Residential Property Price Index
Postcode Breakdown
Dublin Prices by Postcode
Click column headers to sort. YoY change in green (positive) or red (negative). “vs Dublin Avg” shows how each postcode compares to the Dublin-wide median of €520,000.
| Postcode | Area | Median Price ↓ | YoY % ↕ | vs Dublin Avg ↕ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D4 | Ballsbridge / Sandymount | €875,000 | +4.8% | +68.3% |
| D6 | Ranelagh / Rathmines | €760,000 | +5.1% | +46.2% |
| South Co. D | Dún Laoghaire / Rathdown | €680,000 | +5.2% | +30.8% |
| D6W | Templeogue / Terenure | €620,000 | +5.8% | +19.2% |
| D14 | Dundrum / Churchtown | €590,000 | +6.1% | +13.5% |
| D18 | Foxrock / Cabinteely | €575,000 | +4.9% | +10.6% |
| D3 | Clontarf | €540,000 | +5.4% | +3.8% |
| D5 | Artane / Whitehall | €480,000 | +6.2% | -7.7% |
| D16 | Ballinteer / Knocklyon | €470,000 | +5.7% | -9.6% |
| D2 | City Centre South | €450,000 | +3.2% | -13.5% |
| D9 | Drumcondra / Glasnevin | €430,000 | +5.9% | -17.3% |
| D15 | Castleknock / Blanchardstown | €430,000 | +6.8% | -17.3% |
| D8 | Inchicore / Kilmainham | €410,000 | +7.1% | -21.2% |
| D7 | Cabra / Phibsborough | €395,000 | +7.4% | -24.0% |
| D12 | Crumlin / Walkinstown | €390,000 | +7.6% | -25.0% |
| D13 | Raheny / Harmonstown | €380,000 | +6.5% | -26.9% |
| D20 | Clondalkin | €360,000 | +7.2% | -30.8% |
| D22 | Clondalkin West | €350,000 | +7.0% | -32.7% |
| D11 | Finglas | €345,000 | +8.4% | -33.7% |
| D1 | City Centre North | €340,000 | +4.6% | -34.6% |
| D24 | Tallaght | €330,000 | +7.8% | -36.5% |
| D17 | Coolock / Darndale | €320,000 | +8.1% | -38.5% |
| D10 | Ballyfermot | €310,000 | +8.6% | -40.4% |
Source: Property Price Register 2025 transactions · Minimum 10 sales per postcode
Greater Dublin Area
Dublin Commuter Belt Comparison
Counties within commuting distance of Dublin command significant premiums over the national median — but still far below Dublin City prices. The dashed line marks the national median of €335,000.
Median House Price: Dublin and Commuter Counties (2025)
Dublin City versus surrounding counties. Distance is approximate km from city centre.
Source: Property Price Register (PSRA) · 2025 data
Analysis
Is the Gap Widening?
2012
+25.7%
€220,000 vs €175,000
2018
+48%
€370,000 vs €250,000
2024
+59.4%
€510,000 vs €320,000
The Dublin premium stood at just 25.7% in 2012, when the market was recovering from the post-crash floor. By 2018, that gap had grown to 48% as Dublin’s multinational employment base and rental investor demand pulled prices sharply higher than the rest of the country. A brief narrowing occurred during 2019–2021 as regional cities — particularly Cork, Galway and Limerick — caught up.
Since 2018, however, the gap has widened decisively. By 2024 the premium had reached 59.4%, and the latest data for 2025 shows it at 55.2% — a differential of €185,000 in absolute terms. Supply constraints in Dublin, combined with strong demand from returning emigrants and inward corporate investment, have kept Dublin prices on a structurally different trajectory to the rest of Ireland. Without a sustained increase in new housing supply within the M50, the premium looks set to persist.
Property Types
Price by Property Type: Dublin vs National
The premium is largest for detached houses — Dublin detacheds trade at more than double the national equivalent. Apartments show the smallest gap, reflecting higher national apartment supply in Cork and Galway city centres.
Median Price by Property Type: Dublin vs National (2025)
Dublin in red, national in green. All residential transactions, PPR 2025.
Source: Property Price Register (PSRA) · 2025 data
Methodology
All transaction data is sourced from the Residential Property Price Register (PPR), published by the Property Services Regulatory Authority (PSRA). The PPR records all residential sales in Ireland since 2010, including the address, sale date, price, and whether VAT was included.
Median vs mean: We report median (midpoint) prices rather than mean (average) prices. Medians are more representative of what a typical buyer pays, as they are not skewed by a small number of very high-value transactions.
Postcode assignment: Sales are assigned to Dublin postal districts using Eircode routing keys and address matching against An Post postcode data. A minimum of 10 transactions per postcode per period is required for inclusion. “South Co. Dublin” covers the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown local authority area, which does not use Dublin postal codes.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average house price in Dublin?
The median house price in Dublin in 2025 is €520,000, based on Property Price Register transaction data. This represents the midpoint of all residential transactions filed in Dublin — half sold for more, half for less. The mean (average) is typically 10–15% higher due to skew from high-value properties in D4 and South County Dublin.
Is Dublin the most expensive city in Ireland to buy?
Yes. Dublin is by far the most expensive place to buy property in Ireland, with a median price of €520,000 — 55.2% above the national median of €335,000. The next most expensive county is Wicklow at approximately €420,000, followed by Kildare at €380,000.
What is the cheapest Dublin postcode to buy in?
D10 (Ballyfermot) is the most affordable Dublin postcode, with a median price of approximately €310,000 in 2025. Other affordable areas include D17 Coolock/Darndale (~€320,000) and D24 Tallaght (~€330,000). These areas have seen above-average YoY growth as buyers seek value within the M50 corridor.
How much more expensive is Dublin than the rest of Ireland?
Dublin property costs €185,000 more than the national median — a premium of 55.2%. This gap has widened significantly from 25.7% in 2012 and 48% in 2018. The premium reflects chronic undersupply in Dublin relative to population and employment concentration in the capital.
Are Dublin house prices falling in 2026?
No. Dublin house prices continue to rise in 2026, with year-on-year growth estimated at 5–6% based on early PPR filings. Supply remains constrained by planning delays, elevated construction costs, and strong inward migration. The Central Bank mortgage lending rules moderate demand somewhat but have not reversed the upward trend.
What is the average house price in south Dublin?
South County Dublin (covering Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown) has a median price of approximately €680,000 — the highest of any sub-county area in Ireland. Postcodes D4 (Ballsbridge/Sandymount) and D6 (Ranelagh/Rathmines) are the most expensive at €875,000 and €760,000 respectively.
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