Enniscorthy Residential Property Market Report – Summer 2026

It’s that time of year again when we release our Mid-Summer Residential Property Market Report for Enniscorthy. We have been producing this report for a number of years, and as always, predicting the property market is never an exact science. However, by analysing local sales, buyer behaviour and market trends, we can provide a clear picture of where the market currently stands and where it is likely to head during the remainder of the year.

Market Overview

Overall, the Enniscorthy property market remains strong, with a healthy level of transactions continuing to take place despite a noticeable shortage of available stock. The most sought-after residential areas within the town continue to attract significant buyer interest, while quality homes on the outskirts of Enniscorthy also remain in high demand.

One of the clearest indicators of market strength is the number of properties available for sale. Between June 2025 and June 2026, the number of houses advertised for sale on Daft.ie across Enniscorthy and the surrounding areas fell by 12.17%. Looking back further, compared with June 2024, the level of available stock has fallen by a substantial 36.08%, reflecting a trend seen across much of the country.

Limited supply continues to place upward pressure on prices. With fewer homes coming to the market, competition amongst buyers remains strong.

Interestingly, while stock levels have tightened considerably, buyer activity has remained remarkably consistent. Comparing the first half of 2026 with the same period in 2025, viewings conducted through our Enniscorthy office increased by just 1.72%, demonstrating that demand has remained steady despite fewer homes being available.

Sales Activity

Sales activity also reflects the shortage of supply.

Between January and June 2026, the number of second-hand residential properties sold declined by 12.63% compared with the same period in 2025 (SFOLK statistics). When compared with the first half of 2024, sales are down approximately 13%. These figures exclude new homes but reinforce the same message seen in the listings market: supply remains constrained, and this continues to underpin pricing across the region.

House Prices

The benchmark property for measuring the local market has traditionally been the typical three-bedroom semi-detached home.

For the first time in several years, a three-bedroom property in Madeira Wood achieved €320,000, sold by our office. It is important to note that this particular property benefited from an exceptional location within the estate and was presented in outstanding condition. As such, it should not necessarily be viewed as representative of the wider market.

A more typical three-bedroom semi in Madeira Wood is currently valued at approximately €285,000–€295,000. Our current instruction at 65 Madeira Wood, which benefits from the added advantage of a side garage and is offered at €295,000, represents excellent value within today's market.

While three-bedroom homes continue to perform well, buyer demand has increasingly shifted towards four-bedroom family homes. Young purchasers are now planning further ahead, seeking properties that will accommodate growing families without the need to move again in a few years' time.

According to the latest Daft.ie House Price Report for County Wexford (Q1 2026), the average asking price of a three-bedroom home has increased by 7.1%, while four-bedroom homes have risen by 10.1%.

Looking specifically at Enniscorthy, the local market closely mirrors these countywide trends. In Madeira Wood, a typical three-bedroom semi sold for approximately €265,000 during the first half of 2025. Today, the equivalent property is achieving approximately €285,000, representing an increase of 7.55% over the past twelve months.

Madeira Wood continues to be regarded as the premium location for second-hand family homes within Enniscorthy. Other established developments, including Bridgemeadow, Shingan and similar estates, have also experienced steady price growth over the same period.

Detached Homes

Demand for modern, energy-efficient detached homes remains exceptionally strong, particularly A-rated properties situated on generous sites.

These properties are relatively scarce and continue to attract significant competition when they come to the market.

During the first half of the year, we achieved €650,000 for an A-rated detached property located outside Enniscorthy, highlighting the continued appetite for high-quality family homes.

The strength of the detached market is not limited to A-rated properties. Recent notable sales include:

• Sequoia, Kilgibbon Wood – €725,000
• Kilgibbon (four-bedroom detached) – €470,000
• Monageer (detached dormer residence) – €461,000, following strong competitive bidding and selling well above its advertised asking price.

These sales demonstrate that buyers remain willing to compete strongly for quality homes in desirable locations.

Outlook for the Remainder of 2026

Looking ahead, we expect the residential property market in Enniscorthy and the wider County Wexford area to remain stable throughout the remainder of 2026.

While the exceptional levels of price growth experienced over recent years are beginning to moderate, the underlying fundamentals of the market remain very positive.

Demand continues to outstrip supply, particularly within the second-hand housing market. Well-presented homes that are realistically priced continue to generate significant interest and, in many cases, competitive bidding. The key word here is realistically priced as we find that properties that are over priced tend to stay on the market a lot longer with buyers now more clued into prices in certain areas

The combination of limited housing supply, continued population growth, stable employment levels and sustained demand from first-time buyers should continue to support property values during the second half of the year.

National commentators are forecasting house price growth of between 3% and 5% during 2026, with regional markets such as County Wexford expected to perform broadly in line with—or slightly ahead of—the national average due to ongoing supply constraints.

Locally, we anticipate continued strong demand for modern three and four-bedroom family homes, energy-efficient properties and quality homes within established residential developments. Properties presented in good condition and priced appropriately should continue to achieve strong sale prices within relatively short marketing periods.

Overall, while the pace of price growth may become more measured than in recent years, there is currently little evidence to suggest any significant correction in the market. The ongoing imbalance between supply and demand is expected to remain the defining characteristic of the Enniscorthy property market for the foreseeable future.

Report compiled by Declan O'Leary

Managing Director of Sherry FitzGerald O'Leary Kinsella, Enniscorthy.