Short-Term Rental Accommodation in Dublin 6 During Renovations

Why Dublin 6 homeowners stay in Dublin 6

Dublin 6 is one of the most sought-after residential areas in the city, and for good reason. Rathmines, Ranelagh and Rathgar each have their own character, but they share the same practical advantages — excellent schools, reliable public transport, walkable streets, and a strong sense of community that makes daily life work without a car.

When homeowners in the area undertake a renovation, extension or retrofit, the instinct to stay local is strong. Moving to the other side of the city for three to six months means uprooting school runs, changing commutes, and losing the daily rhythm that makes the area so liveable in the first place.

That is exactly why RenovateStay operates in Dublin 6. Our properties are in Rathmines — within walking distance of Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross and Portobello. You stay in your area, keep the kids in school, and remain close enough to check on the builders.

The area in detail

Rathmines

Rathmines has long been one of Dublin's most reliably popular southside neighbourhoods. The main street offers everything from supermarkets and pharmacies to cafes, restaurants and independent shops. The Luas green line at Charlemont is a short walk, and bus routes along Rathmines Road connect directly to the city centre and beyond. Families are drawn to the range of schools — both primary and secondary — and the village feel that persists despite being just 3km from St Stephen's Green.

The housing stock in Rathmines is mixed. Victorian and Edwardian terraces dominate the older streets, many of which are now undergoing deep retrofits or rear extensions. Mews lanes and side streets have seen significant renovation activity in recent years, and the area has a high density of homeowners undertaking exactly the kind of works that require temporary relocation.

Ranelagh

Ranelagh sits immediately east of Rathmines and shares many of the same advantages — walkability, transport links, schools, and a thriving village centre. The Luas stop at Ranelagh makes commuting straightforward, and the triangle of Ranelagh, Rathmines and Portobello is one of the most connected residential pockets in Dublin.

Renovation activity in Ranelagh is significant. Period properties along roads like Chelmsford Road, Charleston Road and Sandford Road are regularly extended or refurbished, and homeowners in the area typically want to remain within walking distance of their project during the works.

Rathgar

Rathgar is slightly quieter and more residential than Rathmines or Ranelagh, but no less established. The village centre on Rathgar Road has a strong selection of local shops, cafes and restaurants, and the area is well served by bus routes to the city centre. Schools in Rathgar and the surrounding area are highly regarded, which is a major factor for families considering a temporary move during renovation.

The housing stock in Rathgar includes some of the finest Victorian and Edwardian homes in Dublin, many of which are now being brought up to modern standards through deep retrofits, extensions and full refurbishments. These are typically significant projects that require the homeowner to vacate for several months.

What is included with every RenovateStay property in Dublin 6

Every property is fully furnished and ready to move into. The monthly fee includes weekly housekeeping, fresh linen and towels, garden maintenance, all utilities — electricity, gas, water, broadband — and ongoing property maintenance by the RenovateStay team. Stays are in 3-month renewable blocks, with the option to extend if the renovation runs over.

There is no 12-month lease, no utility setup, no deposit uncertainty, and no competing with hundreds of other applicants. You enquire, we match you to a property, and you move in when the work begins.

Who this is for

RenovateStay in Dublin 6 is for homeowners renovating, extending or retrofitting their primary residence in Rathmines, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Terenure, Portobello, or the surrounding area. You need to provide proof of ownership and evidence of building works. This is not a general rental — it is short-term managed accommodation designed specifically for renovation timelines.