That’s not because there is no demand, but because many purchasers can no longer rely on those supports and must rely solely on mortgage capacity. Buyers are increasingly looking at the broader lifestyle a location offers, rather than simply the house itself,” notes Ms Tyrrell. “Interestingly, we are also seeing some trader-down buyers entering new home schemes, particularly in developments such as Water Rock. Unfortunately, the Help to Buy scheme remains unchanged, since its initial introduction in 2017,” Savills’s Ms Hegarty states. Now, there are many different pathways to home ownership and we regular host information webinars with experts to assist aspirant buyers on their journeys.”

Source: Irish Examiner March 29, 2026 14:58 UTC