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Sherry FitzGerald

Sherry FitzGerald is an Irish estate agency and property services company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Founded in 1982, the company operates across residential property, lettings, valuations, advisory and financial services and maintains a nationwide network of company-owned and franchised offices. The company regularly publishes research and analysis on the Irish housing market, which has been cited by Irish media.[1][2]

Sherry FitzGerald
TypePrivate
IndustryReal estate
Founded1982 (1982)
Headquarters
Dublin
,
Ireland
Key people
Anne Heraty (Chair)
Marian Finnegan (CEO)
ParentCastleGate Investments
Websitehttps://www.sherryfitz.ie

History

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Sherry FitzGerald was established in 1982 following the merger of FitzGerald & Partners and Sherry & Sons.[3]

During its expansion in the 1990s and 2000s, the company developed a franchise model to extend its presence beyond Dublin into regional markets. The Irish Times reported that Sherry FitzGerald planned a network of franchise branches as part of its strategy to build a nationwide footprint.[4]

The expansion of the franchise network contributed to the company's growth into a nationwide property services business with offices throughout Ireland.[4]

During the mid-2000s, Sherry FitzGerald expanded into the London property market through an investment in estate agency Marsh & Parsons, becoming a majority shareholder following a management buyout in 2005.[5]

In 2011, the company sold its majority stake in Marsh & Parsons, marking its exit from the London market.[6]

In May 2022, Sherry FitzGerald was acquired by CastleGate Investments, a private investment firm associated with entrepreneur Tommy Kelly, in a transaction reported to be worth approximately €50 million.[7]

Operations

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Sherry FitzGerald operates a network of offices across Ireland, comprising both company-owned and franchised branches. The company provides services including residential and commercial property sales, lettings, valuations and advisory services.[8]

Ownership and expansion

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In 2024, Sherry FitzGerald entered the Northern Ireland market through the acquisition of Belfast-based Simon Brien Residential.[9]

In October 2025, the company expanded into commercial property through the acquisition of Knight Frank Ireland, marking a return to the sector.[10]

Financial performance

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According to accounts reported by The Irish Times, Sherry FitzGerald recorded revenue growth in 2025, supported in part by acquisitions and expansion activity.[11]

The company also paid a €6 million dividend to its parent company, CastleGate Investments.[11]

Market research and commentary

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The Irish Times reported in 2026 that the company expected home building levels to be in line with or exceed those recorded in 2025.[12]

The newspaper also reported that the number of new homes started in the first quarter of 2026 had increased significantly compared with the previous year, based on data from the company.[13]

RTÉ News has also cited Sherry FitzGerald research on housing supply, reporting in 2026 that while second-hand housing supply had improved, shortages remained acute in many areas.[14]

Leadership

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Marian Finnegan has served as chief executive of Sherry FitzGerald since 2025.[15]

Before becoming chief executive, Finnegan held senior roles within the company and established its research function, contributing to its analysis of the Irish housing market.[15]

Anne Heraty serves as chair of Sherry FitzGerald.[10]

Kevin Dufficy serves as chief financial officer and chief operating officer of the company.[16]

Mark FitzGerald, co-founder of the business, returned to the board as a non-executive director in 2026, having stepped down following the sale of the company in 2022.[17]

See also

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References

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  1. ↑ "Home builds this year will be in line or higher than 2025, Sherry FitzGerald says". The Irish Times. 18 May 2026.
  2. ↑ "Second-hand housing supply improves but shortage still acute". RTÉ News. 16 March 2026.
  3. ↑ "Our History". Sherry FitzGerald. Retrieved 1 July 2026.
  4. 1 2 "Sherry FitzGerald plans network of franchise branches". The Irish Times.
  5. ↑ "London coup for Sherry FitzGerald". Irish Independent.
  6. ↑ "Sherry FitzGerald has quit London market". Irish Independent. 26 November 2011.
  7. ↑ "Sherry FitzGerald sold to Tommy Kelly's CastleGate Investments for about €50m". The Irish Times. 31 May 2022.
  8. ↑ "About Us". Sherry FitzGerald. Retrieved 2 July 2026.
  9. ↑ "Sherry FitzGerald to expand into Northern Ireland with acquisition". The Irish Times. 1 February 2024.
  10. 1 2 "Sherry FitzGerald expands into commercial property with Knight Frank deal". The Irish Times. 22 October 2025.
  11. 1 2 "Sherry FitzGerald's revenues soar as it pays €6m dividend to parent". The Irish Times. 26 November 2025.
  12. ↑ "Home builds this year will be in line or higher than 2025, Sherry FitzGerald says". The Irish Times. 18 May 2026.
  13. ↑ "Number of new homes started in first quarter doubles, says Sherry FitzGerald". The Irish Times. 21 April 2026.
  14. ↑ "Second-hand housing supply improves but shortage still acute". RTÉ News. 16 March 2026.
  15. 1 2 "The Irish Times Business Person of the Month: Marian Finnegan, Sherry FitzGerald". The Irish Times. 17 October 2025.
  16. ↑ "Sherry FitzGerald appoints Kevin Dufficy as new CFO". The Irish Times. 21 March 2019.
  17. ↑ "Mark FitzGerald returns to the board of Sherry FitzGerald". The Irish Times. 13 March 2026.
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