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Monday, 24 June 2024 18:14

Westmeath and Laois also saw an increase.

Offaly house prices have soared by 9% in the second quarter of the year, according to a new REA report.

The results show the cost of a home in the county is now €240,000.

Prices increased by 3.5% in Westmeath, where the average cost is €295,000, while in Laois, it's €265,000.

Dublin City saw an increase of 1.6%, bringing the average cost to €525,500, with other cities in the country seeing a rise of around €5,000.

REA spokesperson, Seamus Carthy says their figures are also showing an increase in landlords leaving the market:

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