County LouthBougie Zone

Dundalk No. 1 Urban EDRent Prices 2026

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Our Verdict

"Bougie"

At a median of €21.5/m², this area has officially hit 'BOUGIE' status, mostly because modern apartment conversions above old shopfronts are fetching a premium. It is a strategic move for commuters who want to ditch the car, but the price-to-space ratio is tight compared to the suburbs. You are paying for the privilege of having every pub and pharmacy within a three-minute radius.

The Vibe:This is the town's concrete core, stretching from the retail grit of Clanbrassil Street to the refurbished glow of Market Square. You trade quiet gardens for the convenience of being a five-minute sprint from Dundalk Clarke Station and the Enterprise train to Dublin. Expect heavy foot traffic, limited street parking, and the constant hum of a town that functions as a regional hub.

Market Median

21.5
/m²/mo
0.7% Premiumvs County Louth avg
LowHigh
17.525.5
Est. Rating4/5
Last ScanFebruary 2026
Signal ConfidenceHigh
Market Speed
Aggressive
Inventory turnover focus
📈Growth Potential
Balanced
Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Dundalk No. 1 Urban ED @ 21.5/m²/mo

1,290

District Highlights

Grocery
Tesco Extra (The Marshes)
School
Coláiste Rís
Transport
Dundalk Clarke Station
Green Space
St. Helena’s Park
Culture
An Táin Arts Centre

Locals Ask

Is parking a nightmare in No. 1 Urban?

Yes. Unless your lease includes a dedicated spot behind a gate, you will be fighting for permit spaces or feeding meters on the side streets.

Does the €21.5/m² price get me a new build?

Unlikely. In this district, that price usually secures a high-end renovation of a period building or a flat in a mid-2000s block.

How fast is the Dublin commute?

The Enterprise train from Clarke Station gets you to Dublin Connolly in roughly 55 to 65 minutes, which is why prices here stay high.

Is it loud at night?

If you are facing Clanbrassil Street or Market Square, you will definitely hear the weekend nightlife and early morning delivery trucks.

Where is the nearest big shop?

The Marshes Shopping Centre is the local anchor, providing everything from Penneys to large-scale grocery runs within a ten-minute walk.