Remote working and flight from cities ‘driving rise in property prices’

Average house prices have risen by 3,500 euro per month since the end of June (REA/PA)

The race for remote working space and the urban flight from cities is driving a huge rise in property prices outside major cities, a survey has found.

Average house prices have risen by €3,500 per month since the end of June, with selling prices in commuter areas and small towns increasing by more than double the growth experienced in major cities.