11 of 16 study areas, including Athlone and Portlaoise, had no properties available within HAP limits.
Only 12 properties available to rent in September fell within the limits set by the Housing Assistance Payment Scheme.
The Simon Communities of Ireland's latest 'Locked Out of the Market' report shows that's down eight since June.
11 of the 16 study areas had no properties available within the applicable HAP limits, including Athlone and Portlaoise.
Both areas did see an increase in the number of properties available to rent, with seven in Athlone and one in Portlaoise.
The charity's Executive Director, Ber Grogan, says rental properties are available, but they're simply beyond the reach of people relying on HAP:
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