Flats for Rent in Dublin
In Ireland, 'flat' usually means a smaller, often older conversion -- a floor of a period house or a self-contained unit within one. Here's what to expect, and how to find one before anyone else does.
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2 Bed Apartment
Dublin 8 · €1,300/month
1 Bed Apartment
Rathmines, Dublin 6 · €1,650/month
Why flats are some of the hardest Dublin listings to catch
Flats -- typically converted rooms or floors within older Georgian and Victorian houses -- are some of the most affordable rentals in Dublin, which makes them some of the most competitive too. Because there's usually only one flat per listing, rather than dozens of identical units in a new development, each one that appears gets a disproportionate amount of attention.
Many flats are also let by individual landlords rather than agencies, which means they're sometimes only advertised for a few hours before being taken down once a suitable tenant is found.
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Latest Flats in Dublin
A sample of the kind of flats currently listed across Dublin.
Average Rent in Dublin
What you can expect to pay for a flat in Dublin, broken down by area.
| Area | Average rent | Active listings |
|---|---|---|
| Phibsborough | €1,786/mo | 7 |
| Rathmines | €1,904/mo | 17 |
| Portobello | €3,060/mo | 5 |
| Stoneybatter | €2,125/mo | 2 |
Based on rental listings monitored by Padavio. No sponsored rankings. Data as of 28 July 2026. Rental data may change quickly.
Average Rent by Bedroom Count
How monthly rent in Dublin typically scales with the number of bedrooms.
- 1 bedroom€1,942/month · 250 listings
- 2 bedrooms€2,704/month · 284 listings
- 3 bedrooms€3,282/month · 43 listings
Based on rental listings monitored by Padavio. No sponsored rankings. Data as of 28 July 2026. Rental data may change quickly.
Recent Listing Activity
New Dublin listings Padavio has monitored over the last 14 days.
Based on rental listings monitored by Padavio. No sponsored rankings. Data as of 28 July 2026. Rental data may change quickly.
Dublin Rental Market at a Glance
578
Active listings
€2,424/mo
Average rent
0
Added today
12 days
Average listing age
Based on rental listings monitored by Padavio. No sponsored rankings. Data as of 28 July 2026. Rental data may change quickly.
Where the Activity Is in Dublin
Most active areas
- 1. Rathmines17 listings
- 2. Phibsborough7 listings
- 3. Portobello5 listings
- 4. Stoneybatter2 listings
Cheapest to most expensive
- Phibsborough€1,786/mo
- Rathmines€1,904/mo
- Stoneybatter€2,125/mo
- Portobello€3,060/mo
Based on rental listings monitored by Padavio. No sponsored rankings. Data as of 28 July 2026. Rental data may change quickly.
Popular Areas in Dublin
Approximate positions relative to Dublin city centre. Tap an area to jump to its details below.
Phibsborough
A north-city area full of converted period houses, popular with young renters looking for character over size.
Rathmines
One of Dublin's largest concentrations of flats and bedsits, close to the city centre and well served by buses.
Portobello
A canal-side area with a strong mix of period conversions, popular with young professionals and students alike.
Stoneybatter
A close-knit north-city neighbourhood of small period homes, increasingly popular for its independent cafes and community feel.
Rental Tips
Ask about bills upfront
Flats often have bills included, or a fixed monthly contribution -- worth confirming since it materially affects the real comparable cost.
Check for shared vs. private facilities
Some flats share a kitchen or bathroom with the main house; others are fully self-contained -- always confirm before viewing, not after.
Move fast on affordable listings
The best-value flats in Dublin are often gone within hours of being posted.
Ask about the landlord's living arrangement
Some flats are in a house where the landlord also lives, which can affect rules around guests, noise, or visitors.
Why flats need the fastest response of all
Because each flat listing is usually a single, unique unit rather than one of many identical apartments, there's no 'next available one' to fall back on if you miss it -- it's simply gone.
That makes an instant alert particularly valuable for flats specifically: you're not competing against a queue for the same unit type across a whole building, you're racing to be the first reply on one single listing.
See What a Padavio Alert Looks Like
A new listing goes live in Dublin, Padavio spots it within its next check of Ireland's rental sites, and you get a notification like this -- before most renters even know it exists.
Padavio sends instant alerts the moment a new rental listing matches your search criteria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between a flat and an apartment in Ireland?+
The terms are often used loosely, but 'flat' more commonly refers to a smaller, sometimes older conversion -- a floor of a house or a single self-contained unit -- while 'apartment' usually implies a purpose-built or professionally managed development.
Are Dublin flats usually furnished?+
Yes, the majority of flats are let furnished, since they're often aimed at renters who don't want to buy furniture for a shorter-term stay.
Do flats in Dublin include bills?+
Many do, especially where the landlord lives in the same building -- but always confirm in writing before signing, since it significantly affects the real monthly cost.
How do I find out about new Dublin flats quickly?+
Padavio watches Daft.ie, Rent.ie, and other major sites continuously and alerts you the moment a new flat matching your criteria is listed.
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