Ireland is a beautiful place full of stunning scenery and history and culture. It’s no wonder that it’s a sought after place to live. Some properties in Dublin and Cork have sold for tens of millions, however this isn’t within everyone’s price range. So which are the most desirable yet affordable counties in Ireland?

Donegal

Donegal is a popular location for many tourists, but it’s also one of the cheapest places to go in Ireland. It’s renowned for its beautiful scenery, including its National Park which spans about 35,000 acres and is full of mountains, lakes and woodland.

The average price of a three-bed semi-detached house in Donegal is £67,000.

This county is perfect for those who prefer to live in a more rural location. Donegal doesn’t have a major town or city so is definitely ideal for those nature lovers.

The Irish weather can be unpredictable, so it’s best to get good home insurance to cover you against any damage that might come with living by a river or near a forest. Going through a company like Chill Insurance will put your mind at ease.

Carlow

County Carlow is in the South East of Ireland and is another excellent location for nature lovers. Unlike Donegal, it does have a town full of museums and culture, and is also complete with a town hall and a cathedral.

It even has its own chocolate factory, the Garden of Ireland, making Carlow a wonderful place to live if you have children.

The average house price in Carlow town is £140,000, quite a step above those in Donegal but still affordable.

Waterford

The final place in our post is Co Waterford. This is a place for those that love the city rush. You can find modern shopping centres, traditional Irish pubs and a mixture of restaurants in Waterford City. It sits on a spectacular coastline where you can partake in a Coastal Drive along Waterford to Gaultier.

The average house price near to the city of Waterford is £142,000, not much higher than that of Co Carlow.

Ireland is a beautiful country with so much to offer. If you love nature, then the hills and mountain scenery will draw you in. But equally, you can live in the hustle and bustle of city life too. Dublin is Ireland’s most well known and most visited city, making it an expensive place to live. See what else is around and you might be surprised what you can buy for your money.