23/09/2026
π Rental Market Update: Availability Remains Limited
The latest rental market figures show that the number of homes available to rent remains well below historical levels, despite an increase since the start of the year.
π Key highlights:
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On 1st May, there were 2,374 homes available to rent nationwide
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This was 4% lower year-on-year, but a significant increase from fewer than 1,200 homes on 1st January
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Rental availability remains only slightly above half of the 2015β2019 average, down 46%
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Fewer than 38,500 homes were listed for rent in the 12 months to April, down 3% year-on-year
The figures highlight the ongoing pressure within the rental market, with available properties continuing to remain below long-term averages.
At DNG Michael Boland, we provide trusted local expertise and guidance for landlords, tenants, buyers and sellers across Mayo.
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