Eddie Byrne
Eddie Byrne is the chief executive of Ires Reit, Ireland's largest residential landlord. Appointed to his role in 2022, he has a background in finance and previously held an executive position at Anglo Irish Bank. Byrne has been vocal about the need for a balanced rental policy that supports both tenants and investors, particularly in light of potential changes to the rent pressure zones in Ireland. His leadership comes during a time of strategic review and changes within the company, as it aims to improve its performance and shareholder value while navigating the complexities of the rental market.
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Eddie Byrne told investors its 3,600 or so rents have been assessed as being about 20 per cent below market value.
What will new tenancy rules really mean for Irish renters? – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-03-01
Eddie Byrne, CEO of Ires Reit, said: 'People are definitely going to go back and have a look at a lot of schemes to see if the figures work.'
Most apartment schemes should now be viable after Budget boost, Cairn Homes CEO says – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-08
Eddie Byrne is the chief executive of Ires.
Former Ires activist Vision to lose one board nominee as it cuts stake below 3% – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-21
Eddie Byrne, the chief executive of Ires Reit, has called for a simple increase to the current rent cap in housing pressure zones.
Ires chief executive favours ‘simple’ rent-cap increase under Government review – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-03
Eddie Byrne is the chief executive of Ires Reit, overseeing the management of the company's extensive apartment portfolio.
Meet the man running Ireland’s biggest landlord firm, with 3,734 apartments in Dublin – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-05-02
Eddie Byrne, chief executive of Ires Reit, called for a more balanced policy on renting that supports investment and tenants.
Ires Reit calls for more ‘balanced’ policy on renting that supports investment and tenants – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-20