Kildare, in particular, presents a significant challenge for aspiring homeowners.
New homes for essential workers in Kildare, including Gardai and nurses, remain out of reach by tens of thousands of euro.
While new 3-bed semi-detached homes remain accessible for first-time buyer couples with a combined gross income of €89,000, the reality is starkly different in Kildare, Wicklow, Meath and Dublin.
According to the compiled case studies, conducted by the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland (SCSI), the affordability gap in these areas is approximately €62,000.
Kildare, in particular, presents a significant challenge for aspiring homeowners, as the dream of purchasing a home remains out of reach by tens of thousands of euros.
The study focused on a hypothetical couple, both employed as public servants - a garda and a nurse, each with ten years of experience. The affordability challenges are not limited to Kildare alone but are part of a broader issue affecting Dublin and its neighboring counties.
In contrast, the survey identifies the Northwest, Midlands, and Southeast regions as the most affordable areas for first-time buyers.
The affordability gap is notably lower in these regions.
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