DalkeyFinal Boss Zone

Dalkey-Bullock DED 1986Rent Prices 2026

A96Seal Spotting ZoneDART DependentZero-Parking HazardOld Money Fortress
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Our Verdict

"Final Boss"

With a median of €40/m² monthly, this area is the undisputed FINAL_BOSS of the Dublin rental market. You aren't paying for modern floor plans or generous square footage; you are paying for the privilege of a Coliemore Road-adjacent postcode and the stability that comes with it. Our neighborhood analysis confirms that while the m² stats are punishing, the investment outlook is iron-clad because supply in this specific DED is effectively capped by geography.

The Vibe:This is a land of high granite walls, narrow lanes leading to Bullock Harbour, and the constant smell of salt air. The crowd consists of wealthy retirees and C-suite executives who value the 30-minute DART commute into the city but want to return to a fortress by the sea. Expect zero street parking and neighbors who have lived here for forty years and know everyone's business.

Market Median

40
/m²/mo
0.0% Discountvs Dalkey avg
LowHigh
34.548.5
Est. Rating5/5
Last ScanFebruary 2026
Signal ConfidenceHigh

Neighborhood Peers

Market Speed
Steady
Inventory turnover focus
📈Growth Potential
High
Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Dalkey-Bullock DED 1986 @ 40/m²/mo

2,400

District Highlights

Grocery
SuperValu Dalkey
School
Loreto Abbey Dalkey
Park
Dillon's Park
Transit
Dalkey DART Station
Pub
Finnegan's of Dalkey

Locals Ask

Does the €40/m² median actually get me a sea view?

Not necessarily; that price gets you through the door, but genuine unobstructed views over the Sound often push the m² stats toward the €48.5 ceiling.

Is car ownership viable here?

It is a headache; the roads around Bullock Harbour were built for horse carts, and most rental units offer tight gravel spaces that will ruin your alloys.

How does the Average Rent compare to neighboring areas?

It’s significantly higher than Glasthule or Sandycove, as this specific DED includes some of the most protected and prestigious residential acreage in the country.

What is the long-term investment outlook for the Bullock area?

Predictably excellent; the lack of new-build sites ensures that existing stock remains at a premium regardless of broader market fluctuations.

Are there any hidden costs to renting in this DED?

Expect higher heating bills; many of these properties are older, stone-built structures that look better in photos than they feel in a damp Irish February.

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