Housing Pipeline Surges But Affordability Keeps Its Grip on Irish Households

Ireland's construction machine is roaring to life with a vengeance. The Department of Housing reported 3,028 new homes commenced in July — a staggering 169% increase on the same month last year, when just 1,125 got underway. Year-to-date, a remarkable 18,974 homes have been commenced, up 152% from the 7,539 recorded in the same period in 2025. Of July's starts, 1,612 are houses in multi-unit developments and 1,004 are apartments. Minister James Browne pointed to...