Understanding what your home is worth is the first step towards a successful sale. From buyer demand and presentation to local market conditions, here's what influences property values and why now could be the ideal time to start planning for the autumn market.
House price growth moderated in the second quarter of 2026 as supply showed signs of improvement. However, ongoing shortages, particularly outside Dublin, continue to place pressure on buyers. The average value of second-hand homes increased by 1.1% in the quarter and by 5.2% year-on-year, compared with annual growth of 7.4% at the same point last year.
With summer approaching and the recent spell of good weather reminding us just how beautiful Ireland can be at this time of year, many buyers are beginning to dream about owning a holiday home of their own - somewhere to escape to at weekends, unwind with family and friends, and enjoy a slower pace of life closer to nature.
The Curragh Racecourse is delighted to announce Sherry FitzGerald Country Homes as the new title sponsor of the prestigious Orby Stakes, one of the highlights of the Tattersalls Irish Guineas Festival taking place on 23rd and 24th May.
Sherry FitzGerald Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Pat Farrell as a Non-Executive Director to its Board.
Sherry FitzGerald has announced the opening of a new franchise in Tipperary Town, further strengthening its presence across the county.
Sherry FitzGerald has announced the opening of a new franchise in Bandon, Co. Cork, further strengthening its presence across the county and wider West Cork region. This latest addition brings the total number of Sherry FitzGerald offices in Cork, across both the city and county, to ten.
Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, today welcomed the latest residential commencement figures published by the Department of Housing. With 8,408 homes started, this was more than double the same period in 2025 and above recent Q1 averages. Despite improvement, supply remains below demand, and Dublin's development concentration has led to shortages and rising prices in regional markets.
Sherry FitzGerald is pleased to once again support the annual Darkness Into Light event, with teams across the country taking part on Saturday, May 9th, joining thousands of people nationwide to raise vital funds for Pieta’s suicide and self-harm prevention services.
Sherry FitzGerald Research’s latest bi-annual analysis reveals that housing supply across Ireland remains critically constrained, despite an improvement in the number of second-hand homes advertised for sale in January 2026.
Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, reported today (Tuesday, February 17th, 2026) that the limited development of purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) in recent years has led to a deficit of at least 38,900 bed spaces in Dublin and the three regional centres of Cork, Limerick and Galway at the end of 2025. This shortfall increases to 53,000 if we assume a shorter commutable distance for students attending third level in Dublin.
Sherry FitzGerald O’Leary Kinsella (Gorey) named Sherry FitzGerald Countrywide Member of the Year 2026 in double honours success.
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