The average house price in Carlow is now €250,000 and €255,000 in Kilkenny.
The latest survey from My home dot ie shows prices are still on the rise in both counties.
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The rise of 2.4% in Carlow and 3.55% in Kilkenny comes as house prices in neighbouring Laois rose by almost 9.5% and just over 2% in Waterford.
Experts believe the new rental rules will mean landlords will leave that market and free up the units for homebuyers.
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