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Ballybeg North Rent Prices in Waterford 2026

Student StrongholdHigh-Yield TerritorySETU FootstepIndustrial Hub
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Our Verdict

"Smart Money"

At a median of €17.8/m², you are paying for proximity to the college, not for luxury finishes. We've tagged this as SMART_MONEY because while the 2.0 rating reflects a lack of high-end amenities, the investment outlook is solid for those chasing consistent rental yields. If you're a tenant, you're accepting a trade-off: you get lower m² stats than the city center, but you'll be living in a high-turnover area that feels more like a campus annex than a quiet suburb.

The Vibe:This is a functional, high-density pocket defined by its proximity to the SETU Cork Road campus and the surrounding industrial estates. The landscape is dominated by practical terraced housing and student-heavy blocks where the sound of the W1 bus is a constant backdrop. It isn't pretty, but it’s where a huge chunk of Waterford’s workforce and student body actually lives.

The median rent price in Ballybeg North, Waterford is 17.8 per m² per month, 3% below the Waterford city average of €18.35/m². Based on 1 verified rental data points as of February 2026.

Market Median · Ballybeg North

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Est. Rating2/5
Last ScanFebruary 2026
Signal ConfidenceHigh
Market Speed
Steady
Inventory turnover focus
📈Growth Potential
Stable
Infrastructure outlook

Quick Estimate

Ballybeg North @ 17.8/m²/mo

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District Highlights

Education
South East Technological University (SETU)
Retail
Lisduggan Shopping Centre
Grocery
Tesco Superstore
School
St. Saviour's National School
Leisure
Ballybeg Park & Astro Pitches

Locals Ask

Why is the Average Rent high for a peripheral area?

The proximity to SETU drives up m² stats as many properties are rented by the room to students, inflating the price per square meter compared to family homes.

Is parking a problem in Ballybeg North?

On-street parking is a total squeeze in the older terraces, especially when the college is in session and students overflow from campus lots.

How is the public transport?

The W1 and W2 bus routes are reliable, connecting you to the city center or the hospital every 10-15 minutes.

What is the typical Investment outlook here?

Extremely stable; there is a permanent shortage of student housing, ensuring that vacancy rates remain near zero for most of the year.

Is the neighborhood analysis based on many properties?

No, data is currently tight with limited neighborhood-specific data points, so prices can swing wildly depending on whether a whole house or a single apartment hits the market.

About This Data

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Data Sources

Ballybeg North prices are sourced from real market listings and verified location scans submitted by users in Waterford. Each neighbourhood requires multiple independent data points before publication to ensure statistical reliability.

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Methodology

We report median prices — not averages — to reduce outlier distortion. All figures are per square metre (per month). The 2/5 rating reflects price-to-value relative to local amenities, transit access, and broader market conditions in Waterford.

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Last Updated

This page was last updated in February 2026. AI-generated insights — including the vibe description, verdict, and FAQs — are regenerated whenever the underlying price data changes to keep analysis current.