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'Housing affordability' has become the dominant topic of Irish political discourse over the last number of years. Regularly featuring in opinion polls as the most important issue facing people, our political leaders have struggled to outline a clear path to solving this housing crisis. With residential property prices having more than doubled over the last decade, we asked some of our local Galway property experts what advice they would have for the government in handling this issue.

No 101 Dun na Carraige is a beautifully appointed elevated townhouse located in one of Galway’s most sought-after developments and enjoying superb sea views.

The consensus among the auctioneers The Galway Advertiser spoke to over recent weeks was that 2024 was a very strong year for residential property sales, and the market would remain robust in 2025.

There is almost unanimous agreement among the estate agents we spoke to on what is most important for first time buyers, and it can be summed up in two words: Finances and location.

The most common mistake buyers make is they do not have their finances in order, according to Colm O’Donnellan. The most common mistake for sellers is that they do not have all the relevant paperwork in order such as title documents, planning permission, site maps etc. This can be very frustrating for both buyers and sellers.

No 5 The Gardens is a quality detached bungalow with west facing rear garden in a small private development of only 12 homes. It is located in a prime Salthill residential cul de sac just off Threadneedle Road and beside a range of schools, sports amenities and the established services of the area.

Nestled in a private and exclusive area just 1.5km from Oranmore village, No 5 Bramley is a superbly appointed modern detached residence, constructed circa 2005, and represents the pinnacle of contemporary luxury living. Spanning an impressive 527sq m (c5,670sq ft), this architecturally designed home offers elegant and spacious accommodation, set on a beautifully landscaped site of 0.26 hectare with stunning views of Galway Bay.

Rightsizing is not just about downsizing; it’s about finding the right fit for your current lifestyle. It generally happens in later life when people move from a family home to a smaller and more manageable property.

No 10 Rockbarton Road is a single storey detached residence on a large private site, located in a tranquil private setting yet only 300 metres from Salthill Promenade.

Sherry FitzGerald, Ireland’s largest estate agent, held a briefing for its valued clients, on Thursday, October 10 offering an in-depth analysis of the current property market landscape. Held at the Hardiman Hotel, the event provided key insights on trends, opportunities, and challenges in the Irish and Galway residential market.