Waterford Property Watch February 2026

In Waterford, we’re still seeing plenty of buyers ready to make a move, but the real challenge right now is the limited stock available. Listings are down 3% compared to this period last year, which means buyers have fewer properties to choose from. As a result, competition naturally heats up when a well-presented home comes to the market. It’s not unusual to see strong bidding from multiple buyers, which clearly demonstrates that demand remains steady. With supply constrained and interest still high, quality properties are continuing to attract significant attention.

The ESRI recently released a report looking at overbidding and delays in the buying process, something many buyers have experienced.

Regina sat down with Philip Farrell, co-founder of Offr, to talk about how online bidding is reshaping the experience and the numbers are impressive. You can watch this video here or by clicking on the image below.

Since launching seven years ago, 170,000 offers have been made through the platform. Even more interesting? 42% of those offers came in outside normal office hours.

Buyers clearly value flexibility. Whether they’re working long days, managing family life, or living overseas, they can now bid when it suits them, not just during office hours.

We were surprised to learn that only 35% of agents in Ireland are using online platforms, meaning the remaining 65% are still relying on traditional methods like emails and phone calls. In our view, that approach is not only slower but also lacks transparency, leaving the process far more open to human error, missed communication, and inefficiencies. With so much at stake in property transactions, streamlined digital systems can provide greater speed, clarity, and accountability for both agents and their clients.

From a Liberty Blue point of view, buyers really value the transparency and clear, effective communication. With proof of ID and funds required from all bidders, and full visibility of who they’re bidding against, it’s a level playing field that buyers can trust.

Similar points were brought to light in an interview Regina did on RTE’s Drivetime, where she discussed what we’re seeing on the ground.

With demand still strong and supply limited, homes are continuing to sell above asking, typically by around 7%. Open, digital bidding has also made things fairer, giving buyers clarity and sellers confidence.

Sales

In Waterford, 36 properties were registered as sold on the Property Price Register during February at time of writing.

Rental Market Update

The Waterford rental market experienced a strong month, reflecting continued demand. A total of 90 rental properties were listed during February, influenced in part by the changes to the rental rules that came into effect on March 1st.

For a clear breakdown of what these changes mean and how they may affect you, we recommend watching our recent webinar on the topic which you can find here, or by clicking on the image below.

Liberty Blue

We’re absolutely thrilled to share some fantastic news! Liberty Blue have been named Irish Agency of the Year at the National Property Awards 

The judges highlighted how Liberty Blue blends personal service with technology-enabled efficiency, recognising how a values-led independent agency can achieve national-standard excellence. To receive this recognition among so many outstanding agencies across the country means a great deal to our entire team.

Thank you to our incredible clients, partners and community for your continued trust and support.

Our continued commitment to innovation and improvement is driven by one simple goal, delivering the very best for our clients. We’re always looking for better ways to enhance your experience and achieve great results, and we’re truly grateful to our clients whose trust and support make everything we do possible.

We’re looking forward to connecting with colleagues from across the country and celebrating the innovation and professionalism within Ireland’s property sector.

Whether you’re thinking of selling, buying, or simply exploring your options, having the right advice can make all the difference, and we’re always here to help.

Thinking of selling in 2026? Book a home valuation here.

If you’d like tailored advice on the Waterford market or want to discuss your next move, contact us today.