Discrepancy in Landlord Numbers Highlights Data Reporting Issues

Despite a reported 5.7% increase in landlords registered with the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB) between September 2023 and 2024, experts caution that these figures may not reflect the actual market situation.

Carol Tallon, CEO of Property District, suggests that the increase is likely due to previously unregistered landlords now complying with regulations, rather than new entrants to the market.

She emphasizes the need for accurate data to inform policymaking, noting that Ireland’s rental market has suffered from underreporting in the past.