Wexford Rental Market Sees Rising Prices and Growing Challenges for Renters

Rent in Wexford continues to climb, with the average cost of a three-bedroom house reaching €1,528 in the third quarter of 2025, marking a 5% increase compared to the previous year. But what’s driving these rising costs, and what does it mean for renters and homeowners in the county? Dr. Ronan Lyons , the author of the latest daft.ie report, explains that tight supply and strong demand are key factors behind the increase. This trend isn’t unique to Wexford but reflects a national issue, with people increasingly moving to areas further from Dublin due to more flexible work arrangements in the post-COVID era. Wexford, situated in the outer orbit of Dublin, has seen significant rent hikes as a result, surpassing the national average. In addition to the national trend, Wexford’s rental market is impacted by several local demographic factors. The county has a growing population of 18-34-year-olds , a group that traditionally has higher rental demand. With more people delaying marriage and starting families, there’s also a rising need for rental properties. Furthermore, migration to rural areas has intensified as people seek more affordable living outside major cities, which leads to increased rental demand but insufficient supply. Dr. Lyons points out that while there has been some focus on improving homeownership and social housing policies, the rental sector has been largely neglected. With changes to rent control laws expected to take effect in 2026, there’s hope that new construction in rental housing will eventually ease the supply constraints. However, any impact from these changes will take years to materialize. Listen back here to the full conversation with Dr Lyons