Minister James Browne Is Turning The Corner On The Housing Crisis Says MyHome.ie CEO

The Wexford housing market has seen a €10,000 increase in property prices over the past year, with significant demand driving prices higher. However, there is hope for 2026 as signs of market stabilisation emerge. In 2025, Wexford saw an increase of €42,500 for four-bed semi-detached homes, although this slowed in the last quarter of the year. While the supply of properties remains a concern, with only 606 homes available by year-end, the overall market is beginning to moderate. First-time buyers remain active, with an 8% increase in mortgage approvals, and despite price rises of 3-5% expected for 2026, the growth rate is slower compared to previous years. This offers hope for those looking to get on the property ladder. Government housing strategies under Minister James Browne, including investments in essential infrastructure, are starting to bear fruit. That's according to the CEO of MyHome.ie Joanne Geary. She believes that Minister for Housing James Browne, who has faced substantial criticism in recent years for the ongoing housing crisis, is starting to show signs of progress. In 2025, over 34,000 new homes were delivered nationally—the highest figure since the Celtic Tiger era. However, this still falls short of the government’s target of 41,000 units. Joanne Geary pointed out that the government’s housing policy, launched in October 2025, has begun to gain momentum. Significant investments have been made in essential infrastructure such as Irish Water and electricity connections. These measures are expected to accelerate the construction of new homes and could help address the supply shortages that continue to impact Wexford. Minister Browne’s strategy also involves more comprehensive planning to address long-term housing needs. While the delivery of new homes remains below targets, the increased focus on essential infrastructure and the government’s long-term housing plans show that the pieces of the puzzle are beginning to come together. With more new builds underway, there is optimism that the housing supply will gradually improve, easing price pressures. Looking ahead, Wexford's housing market appears to be turning a corner, with more balanced conditions and new opportunities for buyers in 2026.