Residents begin getting the keys to 32 new social homes in Renmore, Galway
Clúid, Ireland’s leading Approved Housing Body, has begun giving keys to the 32 individuals and families who will be moving into the newly built apartments at Goirtín, Morrough, Renmore, close to Galway City.
The one- and two-bed apartments in the well-established suburb of Renmore will provide secure, affordable, long-term homes to 32 household from Galway City Council’s housing list. The homes are A-rated so they will be economical to run, as well as providing high levels of comfort to the residents.
The homes were delivered by Clúid in partnership with Galway City Council, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage, the Housing Finance Agency, Housing Agency and King Construction.
Averil Power, Chief Executive Officer, Clúid, commented: “We’re delighted to welcome the new residents to Goirtín, Murrough, in Galway. This latest scheme brings to 758 the number of Clúid homes in Galway. Like all Clúid residents, the individuals and families who are beginning to move into the homes in Goirtín will benefit from Clúid’s maintenance, tenant support and community engagement services. We look forward to helping them put down roots and build their futures in a thriving new neighbourhood.”
Elizabeth Fanning, Director of Services, Social Development Directorate at Galway City Council, said: “This is a very positive step that will provide a further supply of social units in Galway City. These 32 homes will help to meet the housing needs of the local community. Galway City Council is pleased to have partnered with Clúid, State Agency partners and K King Construction Claregalway Ltd on the delivery of these new homes.”
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Notes to the Editor:
Fiona O’Connor – Communications & Engagement Manager – Clúid
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About Clúid
Clúid is an independent, not-for-profit housing association, and is one of the largest approved housing bodies (AHBs) in Ireland. Established in 1994, Clúid leads the way in providing high quality, affordable rented homes to people in housing need. We work in partnership with local authorities to provide housing to those on social housing waiting lists. Clúid owns and manages over 14,000 properties providing a home to over 35,000 people.
Clúid delivered 1,391 new social and Cost Rental homes in 2025 and plans to deliver over 1,000 new homes in 2026.
Our team of over 300 highly qualified professional employees are committed to providing quality housing and services that enable people to create homes and thriving communities.
Clúid’s 2024 Annual Report is available at www.cluid.ie.
For more information visit www.cluid.ie