The latest statistics come from the Daft.ie report.
The average rent in the Midlands now stands at €1,684.
The latest Daft.ie report shows rent in Offaly is now up 3.2% from the previous quarter.
In Laois, a 2.7% is being recorded while in Westmeath, the average rent is up by 2%.
Author of the report Ronan Lyons says more people working from home during Covid is a factor:
National Ploughing Championships Launches in Offaly
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Gardaí Investigating Westmeath Burglary
The incident took place at a home in Athlone.
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Gardaí Investigating Westmeath Assault
No injuries have been reported.
Offaly TD Seeks Clarity On National Education Therapy Services
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HFA Reports 40% Surge In Lending, Including 258 Midlands Homes
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Midlands Circus Performer Speaks Out On Laois St Patrick's Day Controversy
Businesses and entertainers went public over the lack of payment.
Enterprise Minister Reveal Plans To Support Firms Through Tariffs
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Gardaí say this driving is not acceptable.
Midlands Rents Up Over 6% In 12 Months
Renters in Offaly have been hit with the biggest increase in the region.
Midlands Hospital Apologises Over ED Delays
Patients faced extensive delays in Mullingar last week.
Gardaí Locate Missing Laois Teenager
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Offaly Fire Station Open To Public This Weekend
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