The latest CSO figures show that it's slightly below the national average.
House prices in the midlands increased by 7.3% in the 12 months to December.
The latest CSO figures show that it's slightly below the national average, where there was a 7.8%.
Prospective buyers will want to travel to Laois for the best price in the region, where the average cost of a home is €225,000.
Offaly is marginally more expensive, at €227,500, while Westmeath is offering buyers a price of €239,000.
A €180,000 price tag grants Birr the title of cheapest town in the midlands, while Tullamore remains the most expensive, at €245,000.