Commercial report

Public transport drives Dublin’s CBD evolution

BNP Paribas’s latest report shows commercial hubs springing up in the wake of light-rail infrastructure, boosting rental values, writes Keith O’Neill

Luas stop near the Exo Building: new challengers in top performing office rents are being established along transport links, especially Luas lines. Picture: Tony Healy

Proximity to public transport has always been a factor in driving commercial property values. Our latest research shows the extent to which Dublin’s commercial district, and office demand, is evolving around Luas and Dart infrastructure.

The last time we carried out this research was in June 2019. While this month’s new report still reflects the popularity of prime city centre and docklands office locations, new challengers in top performing office rents are being established along ...