Houses for Sale Near Me: Repossessed, Cheap & by Owner

If you’ve spent any time scrolling through property sites recently, you already know the Irish market moves fast. Whether you’re hunting for a repossessed home at auction or simply want to see what the county-by-county picture looks like, understanding the numbers behind the listings is half the battle. This guide pulls together the latest data from Ireland’s biggest property portals to help you find houses for sale near you.

Properties on Daft.ie: 13,375 ·
Houses on MyHome.ie: 9,484 ·
National average price (Q1 2026): €320,000

Six key figures tell the story of Ireland’s property inventory at a glance. The table below shows the most current counts from the two dominant portals and the national price benchmark.

Where can I find repossessed houses for sale near me?

What types of repossessed properties are available?

Repossessed houses are typically bank-owned or linked to NAMA and sold through auctions to clear debt quickly. They often appear 20–50% below market value (MyHome.ie auctions page). Types range from small terraced homes to larger detached houses, all sold as-is.

Which portals list repossessed homes?

• Daft.ie includes repossessed properties in its search filters — look for “Auction” or “Bank sale”.
• MyHome.ie features a dedicated auction section with 128 current listings (auctions page).

For buyers looking to maximise savings, repossessed properties require a higher tolerance for risk and a fast-moving approach.

How do I search for cheap houses for sale near me?

What price range qualifies as cheap in Ireland?

With the national average at €320,000, cheap homes generally fall under €200,000. Donegal has the lowest county average at €185,000, and auction properties in Kerry and Donegal often start below €200,000 (MyHome.ie auctions page; CSO).

Are there county-specific cheap listings?

Yes. Use Daft.ie’s price-range filter to narrow results. For example, Co. Sligo recently added 200 new listings (MyHome.ie). Mayo and Limerick also show inventory under €150,000.

1. Set max price to €150,000 on Daft.ie houses page.
2. Check auction sections on MyHome.ie auctions page for lower starting bids.
3. Focus on rural counties where median prices are below the national average.

The pattern: cheap houses are concentrated outside Dublin, but competition is growing. Buyers who set alerts early get the best chances.

What are the best websites to find houses for sale by owner?

How does private sale differ from agent-listed?

Owner-direct (private) sales bypass estate agent fees, potentially saving 1–3% of the purchase price. Daft.ie tags these listings as ‘Private’ (Daft.ie). MyHome.ie has fewer direct owner listings but does include private sales.

Can I filter for owner listings on Daft.ie?

Yes. Use the “Sale Type” dropdown on Daft.ie and select “Private”. This filters out agent-listed properties. The number of private listings is not disclosed, but you can expect a smaller pool — typically over 90% of listings are agent-led on both portals (Daft.ie).

The decision to use private listings ultimately depends on your comfort with managing the purchase independently.

How many houses for sale are near Dublin and what do they cost?

What is the current Dublin property inventory?

MyHome.ie shows thousands of properties in Dublin — one example is 23 Limekiln Drive, Terenure, listed at €670,000 (MyHome.ie property page). The average Dublin house price is €520,000, 62% above the national average (CSO).

Are affordable homes available in Dublin suburbs?

Homes under €300,000 are rare in Dublin city but can be found in outer suburbs and commuter towns such as Swords, Lucan, and Blanchardstown. Use Daft.ie’s map view to identify clusters of lower-priced listings.

Can I find repossessed houses for sale in Mayo or Cork?

What is the quantity of repossessed listings in Mayo?

Mayo has 791 properties for sale on Daft.ie (Daft.ie houses page). While exact repossessed numbers aren’t published, auction listings appear periodically. The median price in Mayo is well below the national average, making it a key county for budget buyers.

How does Cork compare for repossessed homes?

Cork has 1,362 listings on MyHome.ie (MyHome.ie property page). The region has a healthy mix of auctions and private sales. Repossessed homes in Cork often surface through auctioneers like Sherry FitzGerald and Savills.

The catch: lower-priced counties like Mayo and Cork see high demand for cheap listings, so bidding wars can push prices above the advertised amount.

Where can I buy abandoned houses in Ireland and what are the risks?

How to identify abandoned properties for sale?

Abandoned homes are sometimes listed as “derelict” or “need renovation” on Daft.ie and MyHome.ie. Local county councils maintain derelict property registers — these can be used to identify potential purchases. Searching for “derelict” in the portals’ free text field helps.

What legal steps are needed for abandoned homes?

Purchasing an abandoned property may require planning permission for renovation, a fire safety certificate, and compliance with building regulations. Buyers should also check for any outstanding enforcement notices with the local council. A surveyor’s structural report is essential.

Given the potential for hidden costs, thorough due diligence is non-negotiable for any abandoned property purchase.

How do I compare property listings on Daft.ie and MyHome.ie?

Which portal has more listings for rural areas?

Both portals cover the entire country, but Daft.ie has a larger total inventory (13,375 vs 13,304). For rural counties, MyHome.ie often provides more county-specific filters. The table below highlights the key differences.

Three portals, one key difference: Daft.ie leads on total count and private listings while MyHome.ie excels at auction visibility.

The implication: use Daft.ie for the widest selection and private sales; use MyHome.ie for auction deals and recent county additions.

“We list 8,441 houses for sale in Ireland, covering every county.”

— Daft.ie (Daft.ie houses page)

“MyHome.ie features 9,484 houses for sale nationwide, plus a dedicated auction section.”

— MyHome.ie (MyHome.ie houses page)

For buyers in rural counties like Donegal or Mayo, the choice is clear: act quickly on auctions and under-€150,000 listings, or risk being priced out as demand rises.

Related reading: **Repossessed and auction property listings in Ireland** · **County-by-county house price comparisons across Ireland**

Buyers searching for owner-listed properties can explore private house sales in Ireland for private sales across Ireland.

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