Limerick’s market is currently defying national cooling trends, with m² Prices reflecting a sharp rise driven by a chronic undersupply of high-spec city apartments. While new residential developments like the Cleeves Riverside Quarter promise future relief, the immediate Cost of Living remains high due to fierce competition among young professionals. Our Investment Outlook remains bullish for those targeting the Mid-West's tech hub, as yields consistently outpace Dublin despite recent regulatory tightening. Verdict: Limerick is a high-yield hotspot that requires quick decision-making before the stock deficit pushes entry points even higher.
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Districts Analysed
Offering a perfect suburban balance with proximity to top-tier schools and major employment hubs like University Hospital Limerick.
Ideal for those wanting doorstep access to the vibrant Milk Market and the city’s rapidly evolving riverside social scene.
Provides the most competitive entry-level pricing and high rental demand due to its proximity to the University of Limerick.
Top-rated zones for tenants
Limerick has 9 analyzed neighborhoods with a citywide average rent of €26.14/m² per month. Each district below is rated on our 1-5 scale and classified from "Trenches" (best value) to "Final Boss" (luxury tier). Click any neighborhood to see the full price breakdown, local highlights, and our verdict on whether it is fairly priced.
Gross rental yield for Limerick: 9.9% annually based on average rent vs. buy prices.
Yes, most of Limerick City and its suburbs are designated RPZs, meaning annual rent increases for existing tenancies are capped at a maximum of 2% or the rate of inflation.
Residential property transfers in Limerick incur a 1% stamp duty on the first €1 million of the purchase price, with a 2% rate applicable on any value exceeding that amount.
LPT is based on market value bands; for a property valued at the city average of €3178/m², most owners will fall into the €315 to €405 annual payment category.