Waterford city drives most rental demand, with SETU students and tech-sector workers competing for a limited supply. A national rent cap applies since March 2026, limiting increases to the lower of 2% or CPI inflation. Look at Tramore, Dungarvan or Ferrybank for better value or shorter commutes.
Rent can normally be reviewed once every 12 months. Use the rent increase checker to see whether a proposed increase is within the legal limit.