Cost of living in Limerick
As Ireland’s third-largest city, Limerick has a relatively high cost of living, but it remains considerably more affordable than Dublin. While living expenses, particularly accommodation, can be high, costs in Limerick are generally lower than those in the capital.
This page provides a general guide to the cost of living in Limerick to help you plan and manage your budget while studying at the University of Limerick (UL). Please note that expenses can vary depending on your personal circumstances, lifestyle, and accommodation choices.
Prices are indicative only and are subject to change.
Accommodation
Accommodation will more than likely be the highest cost to consider while studying at any university.
There is a wide variety of options available, from UL-provided student accommodation, both on- and off-campus, to private rental arrangements with local landlords.
UL accommodation
UL has a number of various accommodation options for new students, postgraduate and international students. Options include shared accommodation in student houses and apartments both on campus or very close to the university.
Information on fees for UL-provided accommodation
Private rentals
There are a number of housing estates very close to UL that offer various accommodation options.
Please be aware that the University is not responsible for vetting and approving private accommodation premises.
In most cases, these properties are privately owned and the student deals directly with the landlord. Landlords will generally advertise through StudentPad. Other useful websites for searching for off campus accommodation include daft.ie, rent.ie and property.ie.
Food and other costs
When staying in UL-provided accommodation, the costs include the following
- Utilities allocation
- High-speed internet connection (wired and wireless)
- TV licence
- Full access to the UL Sport gym and swimming pool
- Weekly refuse collection
- Full inventory
- Professional maintenance service
Regular security patrols
When you live on campus at University of Limerick, you have a great choice of restaurants/cafés within walking distance of the residences. The university offers a wide choice of venues offering high-quality home-cooked food at budget-conscious prices in a variety of small restaurants, cafés and bar/restaurants which serve food late into the evening. There are also several supermarkets nearby, including Lidl and Aldi, for your weekly food shop.
The cost of living in Ireland is high, and you can expect to pay approximately €100 a week on groceries. Again this is subject to change depending on your individual circumstances.
