Cost rental schemes in Ireland

Rents on the portal so far run from about €900 a month for a one-bed outside Dublin to €1,800 for a three-bed in Dublin, typically 25% to 40% below the market rent for the same home. Each listing shows the rent per unit type and the market comparison where the provider published one.

A lottery among eligible applicants who apply within the window, witnessed by an independent party. Some providers close the portal as soon as enough applications are in, so applying early still matters. The LDA runs the lottery first and gives winners 72 hours to upload documents.

Yes. The income limit is checked at application only. Once you are a tenant, your rent rises only with inflation and you can stay as long as you keep to the tenancy agreement.