How much does a modular home cost in Ireland?

Modular homes in Ireland from New Chapter Homes start from approximately €45,000 depending on the model and specification. Our Chapter One, Two and Three series offer different sizes and finishes to suit a range of budgets.

Do modular homes in Ireland need planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain developments may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to build a modular home?

Modular homes from New Chapter Homes are typically manufactured within 8–12 weeks (indicative) and installed on site within a few days, depending on groundworks, site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do you supply garden rooms in Kildare?

Yes, New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, Co. Kildare and supplies garden rooms, garden studios and modular buildings across Kildare and nationwide.

Can I finance a modular home in Ireland?

Indicative finance options may be available from €200 per week (subject to status and lender approval) through our finance partners, with deposits from 10% and indicative approval timelines of 48–72 hours. Self-employed applicants are welcome. First-time buyers may also qualify for the Help-to-Buy grant (subject to scheme eligibility). Indicative prices cover the turnkey building, delivery and installation; site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

What is the difference between a modular home and a prefab home in Ireland?

Modular homes and prefab homes are often used interchangeably in Ireland. Both are built in a factory and transported to site. New Chapter modular homes are fully fitted — including kitchen, bathroom, plumbing, and electrical fit-out — and are built to the same building regulations (BCAR, Part L, Part B) as traditional homes, with an A-rated BER certificate.

Are modular homes energy efficient in Ireland?

New Chapter modular homes are designed for A-rated BER performance, with premium insulation, heat pump heating, and airtight construction. Actual BER performance depends on final specification and is confirmed on completion. Actual energy savings depend on usage, specification and the property being compared.

Can I put a modular home in my garden in Ireland?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. A permanent modular home used as a dwelling generally requires planning permission. Certain smaller garden structures may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional.

How long does it take to install a modular home in Ireland?

A New Chapter modular home is typically manufactured in our factory in approximately 8–12 weeks (indicative), then installed on your site within 1–2 days using a crane. The total timeline from order to handover is typically 10–16 weeks (indicative), depending on site preparation, planning, and specification.

Do Irish banks give mortgages on modular homes?

Modular homes built to building regulations and appropriately certified may be mortgageable, subject to individual lender criteria. We can advise on what lenders typically require and introduce you to finance partners. Indicative finance options may also be available from €200/week (subject to status and lender approval).

Do you build modular homes in Kildare?

Yes. New Chapter Homes is based in Naas, County Kildare, and builds luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across all of Kildare — including Naas, Newbridge, Kildare Town, Maynooth, Athy, Leixlip, Celbridge, Kilcock, Kilcullen, Johnstown, Sallins, Clane and everywhere in between. Our display village in Johnstown, Naas is coming soon — register your interest to be notified when it opens.

Do you build modular homes in Dublin?

Yes. New Chapter Homes designs, manufactures and installs luxury modular homes, sustainable garden pods and affordable housing across Dublin city and county — including Rathcoole, Clondalkin, Tallaght, Lucan, Blanchardstown, Swords, Malahide, Howth, Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Castleknock, Clontarf and every area in between. A-rated, fully fitted homes from €45,000 (€200/week), installed in 6–10 weeks.

How much does a modular home cost in Kildare or Dublin?

Modular homes in Kildare and Dublin start from €45,000 for our Chapter Three compact home, with our two-bedroom Chapter One from €80,000 and bespoke family homes from €220,000. Indicative prices cover the fully fitted interior, delivery, installation, and certification. Indicative finance options may be available from €200/week (subject to status). Foundations, groundworks, service connections and other site-specific works are assessed after the site survey and identified separately in the written quotation.

Can I get a garden room in Kildare or Dublin without planning permission?

Planning requirements depend on the proposed use, size, location and circumstances of the property. Certain garden rooms and smaller modular units may qualify for an exemption, subject to all applicable conditions. Customers should obtain site-specific advice from their local authority or planning professional. New Chapter Homes can advise on your specific site in Kildare or Dublin — contact us for a free assessment.

Modular Homes for First-Time Buyers in Ireland: Affordable Ownership

Modular Homes for First-Time Buyers in Ireland

For first-time buyers in Ireland, a modular home is one of the most affordable paths to ownership — a genuine home at less than half the cost of a traditional build, permanent, and often eligible for Help-to-Buy. This guide explains why modular suits first-time buyers, prices, finance and how to get started.

Why Modular Suits First-Time Buyers

1. Affordable

The average traditional 3-bed in Ireland now costs close to €300,000. A modular 3-bed starts at around €120,000 — less than half the cost, putting ownership within reach.

See: Modular Home Prices Ireland

2. Permanent dwelling

Certified modular homes are permanent with mainstream Irish lenders — a modular home is a real, permanent property, not a temporary structure.

See: Can You Get a Mortgage on a Modular Home?

3. Government Help-to-Buy Scheme

First-time buyers may be eligible for the government's Help-to-Buy scheme — up to €30,000. Check gov.ie for current eligibility criteria.

4. Fast

A modular home is built in 8–12 weeks and installed in days — you're in your own home far sooner than a traditional build.

5. Low Running Costs

An A-rated modular home costs a fraction of an older home to heat — a big help for a first-time buyer's monthly budget.

See: BER A-Rated Modular Homes in Ireland

6. Fixed Price

A modular home comes with a fixed-price contract — no open-ended budget, a major relief for a first-time buyer.

What First-Time Buyers Can Afford

Studio / 1-bed: from €60,000 — a starter home
2-bed: from €80,000 — a couple's first home
3-bed: from €120,000 — a family home

With Help-to-Buy (up to €30,000) and a mortgage, a first-time buyer can own a modular home for a manageable monthly payment.

How to Get Started as a First-Time Buyer

Get mortgage approval in principle — know your budget
Check Help-to-Buy eligibility — up to €30,000
Choose a site — with planning or planning potential
Pick a model and spec — start with a base design
Get a fixed-price contract — no surprises
Build — 8–12 weeks factory, days on site

See: Financing a Modular Home in Ireland and Common Mistakes First-Time Modular Buyers Make

Talk to Us About Your First Home

At New Chapter Homes, we help first-time buyers into affordable, finance-ready modular homes. Book a free consultation to talk through your first home.