Tramore Property Market Trends 2025 – Review & Outlook 2026
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Expert analysis by Michael Griffin, Griffin Auctioneers & Estates
Key takeaways
• Full-year transactions fell from 243 in 2024 to 199 in 2025 (-18.1% year-on-year).
• New-build transactions were broadly stable (78 in 2024 vs 74 in 2025), meaning the decline was concentrated in the second-hand market.
• The market remained ‘choked’ by a supply-demand imbalance: it was difficult for both sellers and buyers to secure suitable homes.
• New homes are helping first-time buyers (often with Help-to-Buy) but delivery is not fast enough to relieve wider constraints.
• Above €500,000 buyers are more selective, with turn-key and well-located/sea-view homes outperforming properties requiring major refurbishment.
1) Transaction volumes (2024 vs 2025)
Total residential transactions in Tramore were 199 in 2025, down from 243 in 2024 (a decrease of 44 transactions, or -18.1%).
2) New builds vs second-hand
In 2025, 74 of 199 transactions were new builds. In 2024, 78 of 243 were new builds. With new-build volumes relatively steady, the reduction in overall activity is primarily a second-hand story.
3) Price bands – what parts of the market are most active
The chart below groups transactions into €100,000 price bands. Note: this breakdown is based on transactions with a populated sale price in the dataset (222 priced entries in 2024 and 183 in 2025).
Price band table (counts):
| Price band | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
| €0k–€100k | 1 | 2 | 1 |
| €100k–€200k | 11 | 6 | -5 |
| €200k–€300k | 49 | 49 | 0 |
| €300k–€400k | 100 | 73 | -27 |
| €400k–€500k | 34 | 29 | -5 |
| €500k–€600k | 17 | 12 | -5 |
| €600k–€700k | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| €700k–€800k | 3 | 2 | -1 |
| €800k+ | 1 | 4 | 3 |
4) Market commentary – the story behind the numbers
2025 was a difficult year for both buyers and sellers in Tramore. While demand remains strong, the market is constrained by a long-running imbalance between supply and demand. Second-hand homes still dominate overall supply, but limited availability makes it difficult for owners to trade up or down. As a result, transaction chains can be prolonged, with many households taking 5–9 months from sale agreed to successful onward purchase.
New homes are being delivered and play an important role, particularly for first-time buyers supported by the Help-to-Buy scheme. However, new-build delivery is not occurring at a pace or scale that relieves pressure across the wider market.
Tramore’s popularity continues to broaden the buyer pool. The town’s coastal setting and lifestyle appeal, combined with strong local amenities – schools, sports clubs and everyday services continue to attract demand. The concern going forward is that supporting infrastructure (including schools and sporting facilities) is not keeping pace with the scale of housing need.
Affordability pressures are increasingly visible. Entry-level purchases are rising, for example, two-bedroom former holiday bungalows in areas such as Pebble Beach are now typically well in excess of €200,000. Energy efficient three-bedroom semi-detached homes, A-rated stock (new or newer second-hand), are transacting in the region of €400,000. The net effect is that there are very few options in the most contested price brackets of €200k-€500k.
At the higher end of the market (above €500,000), buyer behaviour appears more restrained and selective. Homes requiring significant renovation or refurbishment are cooling, as buyers increasingly favour turn-key options due to higher construction costs and limited contractor availability. Conversely, well-located properties in good condition, particularly those with sea views continue to achieve strong prices, with €1m+ sales becoming more common locally.
5) National context (Daft.ie) – supply constraints remain the core issue
Nationally, the Daft.ie Sales Report 2025Q4 notes that list prices rose by 5.5% during 2025 while early figures suggest transaction prices rose by 7.4%. The report also highlights that the stock of second-hand homes for sale remains less than half pre-Covid levels, underscoring how supply constraints continue to shape outcomes.
6) Property Outlook for 2026 – What to Watch
• Supply remains the single most important determinant of market conditions in Tramore.
• Expect continued competition in the €200k–€500k range unless second-hand listings increase meaningfully.
• Turn-key homes should continue to outperform ‘project’ properties while construction costs and contractor scarcity persist.
• Infrastructure delivery (schools/sports/transport) will be an increasing focus for long-term sustainability.
Considering a move in Tramore?
With supply tight and transaction chains taking longer, accurate pricing and timing matter more than ever. If you’re considering selling, buying, or both, a local, evidence-based view of the market can make a meaningful difference.
If you would like to discuss how current market conditions apply to your own situation, feel free to get in touch for a confidential, no-obligation conversation.