House Prices and Rents Increase

The average price of a three-bed semi nationally has risen above €200,000 for the first time since the property crash.

While Carlow and Kilkenny prices are lower than the average, house prices have started to climb again.

In Carlow town, a three-bed semi is still going for as little as €75,000, however, the average price is around €150,000. In Kilkenny, the same house will go for closer to €165,000.

Meanwhile, the lack of properties available to rent in Carlow is contributing to the homelessness crisis there.

*Tune into KCLR news to hear local Real Estate Alliance auctioneer Harry Sothern explains what’s happening