Rooms to Rent in Dublin, Ireland

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Where to rent a room in Dublin

Dublin's rental market moves fast, and where you live shapes your commute, your budget, and your weekends. Rooms cluster around the universities, the canal, and the LUAS and DART lines — so the trick is matching the right area to your college, job, or budget. Here's an honest, area-by-area guide.

  • Typical room: €700–€1,300 / month
  • Areas covered: 8 neighbourhoods
  • Get around: LUAS · DART · Dublin Bus

City Centre (D1 & D2)

Skip the commute entirely

Walk everywhere, never far from a bus or LUAS stop. Best for people who want to live in the middle of it all — students at Trinity and RCSI, and hospitality and finance workers around the IFSC.

Typical room: ~€900–€1,300. LUAS Green & Red · DART nearby · Trinity · RCSI · IFSC

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Rathmines & Ranelagh (D6)

Buzz without the city-centre price

The classic young-professional and student belt — red-brick streets, cafés, and a 20-minute cycle into town. Ranelagh sits on the LUAS Green Line; Rathmines is rich with bus routes and a short hop to UCD.

Typical room: ~€850–€1,250. LUAS Green (Ranelagh) · Near UCD

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Portobello & The Liberties (D8)

Bohemian, lively, central

Canal-side strolls, breweries, and some of the city's best food. Walkable to Trinity, TU Dublin Aungier Street, and St James's Hospital — a favourite for creatives and healthcare workers.

Typical room: ~€850–€1,200. Walk to centre · St James's Hospital

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Stoneybatter & Phibsborough (D7)

Village feel, right beside campus

Independent shops and an easy walk or cycle to town, right next to TU Dublin Grangegorman. Strong pick for TU Dublin students and Mater Hospital staff who want a neighbourhood feel.

Typical room: ~€800–€1,150. TU Dublin Grangegorman · Mater Hospital

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Drumcondra & Glasnevin (D9)

The obvious choice for DCU

Quiet, leafy, and better value than much of the south side, with frequent buses into town. Walking distance to DCU and a short run to Croke Park and the Mater.

Typical room: ~€750–€1,100. Near DCU · Frequent buses

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Ballsbridge & Donnybrook (D4)

UCD's doorstep, premium postcode

Leafy and upscale, with the embassy belt, the Aviva, and an easy run to the Grand Canal Dock tech cluster. The pick for UCD students and Silicon-Docks professionals who'll pay for location.

Typical room: ~€950–€1,400. Near UCD Belfield · Grand Canal Dock

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Dundrum & Churchtown (D14)

Green space on the LUAS line

A leafy southside suburb on the LUAS Green Line — into town in around 25 minutes, with a major shopping centre on your doorstep. Suits the south-Dublin tech belt around Sandyford and Leopardstown.

Typical room: ~€750–€1,100. LUAS Green · Sandyford tech

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Tallaght (D24)

The southside's best value

More room for your money, anchored by the LUAS Red Line and TU Dublin Tallaght, with plenty of amenities nearby. The smart choice if you'll trade a longer commute for lower rent.

Typical room: ~€600–€900. LUAS Red · TU Dublin Tallaght

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Quick picks by who you are

  • Students: UCD → D4 / D6, Trinity → City Centre, DCU → D9, TU Dublin → D7 / D24
  • Young professionals: Rathmines, Portobello, Ballsbridge, Dundrum
  • Best value: Tallaght, Drumcondra, Glasnevin

Renting a room in Dublin — common questions

How much is a room in Dublin?

A room typically costs €700–€1,300 per month depending on the area and whether it's a single or double. Central and south-side rooms sit at the higher end, while suburbs like Tallaght offer better value. Figures are indicative — check live listings for today's prices.

What are the best areas in Dublin for students?

It depends on your college: Rathmines, Ranelagh and Ballsbridge for UCD and Trinity; Stoneybatter and Phibsborough for TU Dublin Grangegorman; Drumcondra and Glasnevin for DCU; and Tallaght for TU Dublin Tallaght.

Where should young professionals rent in Dublin?

Rathmines, Portobello and Ballsbridge keep you close to the Grand Canal Dock tech cluster and the city centre. Dundrum and Churchtown suit the south-Dublin tech belt around Sandyford and Leopardstown.

Do I need a deposit to rent a room in Dublin?

Most rooms ask for one month's rent as a deposit plus the first month upfront. Always confirm what's included — bills, WiFi, heating — before you commit.

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