'If a landlord can buy a log cabin for 30,000 and charge 2,000 a month, it's a no-brainer' - housing crisis raises demand for alternative accommodation

Alan McCoy, owner of Eco Home in Tullamore, Co Offaly, is witnessing a significant shift in his customer base, primarily consisting of young couples with children. These couples, often feeling disheartened by the current housing market, are drawn to affordable modular homes, particularly residential log cabins. As a result, his business has experienced a 20% increase in demand year-on-year, underscoring changing housing preferences amidst a pressing affordability crisis.

Alan McCoy notes a significant rise in young couples with children interested in modular homes, driven by the growing frustration over the affordable housing crisis.

The increased demand for residential log cabins has resulted in a 20% year-on-year growth for Eco Home, highlighting a shift in housing preferences.

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