International house-prices study: Irish homes affordable again

A study of house prices in 325 English speaking cities throughout the world shows prices in Ireland are now back within reach of workers.

Tue, 24 Jan, 2012 - 08:20

A study of house prices in 325 English speaking cities throughout the world shows prices in Ireland are now back within reach of workers.

The Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey found housing in Waterford to be the most affordable followed by Galway, Cork, Dublin and finally Limerick.

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Courts House Prices Place: Ireland Place: Waterford Place: Galway Place: Cork Place: Dublin Place: Limerick Place: North America Organisation: Demographia International Housing Affordability Survey

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