We always try to keep potential homebuyers or mortgage switchers up to date on the lowest mortgage rates available in Ireland.
Carrying out a comparison of Irish mortgage interest rates is a bit easier in 2023 than it was a few years ago – because there are fewer lenders operating in Ireland and a lot fewer mortgage products.
You can expect to see mortgage rates rising in 2023 as the ECB continues to raise interest rates .
See our full list of the Lowest Mortgage Rates here.
Lowest Fixed Rates
For first-time buyers looking for as much as a 90% mortgage – the lowest rate is available from Avant Money . Their interest rate is 3.8% , fixed for 3 years. (Available only through brokers).
If the house has a BER better than C1 and you are borrowing more than €250k – you can get a 4 year fixed rate of 3.65% at BOI
You can get help and advice with applying for a mortgage from Money Sherpa . They are a firm of financial advisors based in Ireland who will arrange your mortgage for free.
Some of the lowest mortgage rates are from lenders that only deal with brokers – and you will have access to all these through Money Sherpa
Variable Rates
The current lowest variable mortgage rate available (July 2023) for first-time buyers who have only a 10% deposit is from Haven (or AIB) at 3.5 % .
If you can manage a 30% deposit – you could get a variable rate of 3.3% – also from Haven or AIB
If you are thinking of switching your mortgage to get a lower rate – you should take into account the fact there will be legal costs and valuation fees involved (Typically €1000 in total) But many lenders are offering cashback to new customers to help with switching costs.
See some calculations on mortgage switching here.
See all the Lowest Mortgage Rates here
More about the Rules on Mortgage Lending Limits in Ireland Here .
Solicitors Fees When Buying a House
Also – check out our page about the Help to Buy Scheme
Interest Rates Figures checked July 2023