In a stabilising interest rate environment, Irish real estate investors are reconsidering how they allocate capital—especially when weighing direct property investment against Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs). So far in 2025, REITs have regained some ground. I-RES REIT, Ireland’s largest residential-focused trust, is up 8.2% year-to-date, buoyed by signs of rental growth returning in urban zones. Yet direct property investment is hardly taking a backseat. Net yields for three-bed semis in parts of suburban Cork are exceeding 6%, with minimal void periods and strong tenant retention. REITs offer tax efficiency and liquidity, but often lack the capital appreciation that private landlords can achieve through asset management and renovation strategies. For some, the choice isn’t binary: a blended portfolio with both REIT exposure and direct property can hedge risk while preserving upside. Ultimately, what’s winning in 2025 is an agile approach—balancing market momentum with hands-on value creation.
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