my sister in law is currently renting to DCC. she is getting €1200 p/month current market rate is probably €1400. they have found the council great to deal with. tenants do expect a lot, they requested bunk beds and a single in middle room that had to be purchased when there was a double already in there. overall they have had a great experience and have been renting to council for 5 years. you do not get a choice about the tenants though, it could be a single mother with one child or a family with 5 kids. council will expect walls to be freshly painted and have a few other H&S requirements that aren't necessary when renting privately.