Affordable long-term renting

Cost Rental initial check

Cost Rental homes are generally at least 25% below comparable market rent. They are advertised individually and eligible applicants are chosen by lottery.

Local authority areaAnnual net household income (€)

I currently receive HAP or Rent SupplementMy household size matches the advertised propertyMy household has made only one application for this propertyI believe my household can afford the advertised cost rent

Some conditions need attention

The applicable net-income limit is below €59,000 per year.

Net household income is below the area limit
Not receiving HAP or Rent Supplement
Household size matches the advertised home
Only one household application for this property
The advertised rent appears affordable for the household

What happens next

Homes are advertised by local authorities, Approved Housing Bodies or the Land Development Agency. You apply to each advertised scheme; there is no single permanent national waiting list. Meeting these conditions does not guarantee selection or prove rent affordability.

Rule cost-rental-2026.1 · checked 8 September 2026.

Official Cost Rental information