About Carrigaline
Carrigaline is a substantial, growing town in south County Cork, set on the Owenabue River and within practical reach of Cork city, Cork Airport and the harbour communities around Crosshaven and Monkstown. It has a mainly residential, family-oriented character, with established estates, newer housing and a busy town centre serving the wider hinterland towards Ballygarvan, Riverstick and Minane Bridge. Education is well represented locally, including the Holy Well National School campuses and Carrigaline Community School, while the town’s shops and services cover most everyday needs. Main Street and the surrounding centre provide cafés, takeaways, restaurants, pubs and supermarkets, with further choice available in nearby Douglas and the city. Bus services connect Carrigaline with Cork city and adjoining settlements, and the N28 and regional roads make commuting by car straightforward, although peak traffic can be heavy. Residents have access to riverside walks, sporting facilities and community activities, including Ballea Park and Carrigaline United AFC. The nearby coastline and villages at Crosshaven, Fountainstown and Myrtleville add beaches, harbour scenery and recreational options within a short drive.
Property Market in Carrigaline
Based on 56 properties for sale in Carrigaline
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Carrigaline
Schools
Primary school campus providing education for senior-level primary pupils locally.
Visit website ↗Extension facilities associated with the town’s established post-primary community school.
Large co-educational secondary school serving Carrigaline and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Local schoolwear retailer supplying uniforms for nearby schools and families.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular services connect the town with Cork city and surrounding harbour communities.
Key regional route supporting journeys towards Cork, Ringaskiddy and the port area.
Road connection through Carrigaline towards Crosshaven, Cork Harbour and nearby villages.
Nearest mainline rail access is generally via Cork Kent station in the city.
International and domestic airport conveniently reachable by road from Carrigaline.
Amenities
Town-centre shopping area with supermarkets, convenience stores, services and everyday cafés.
Public library offering books, digital resources, events and community facilities.
Public parking serving local sporting facilities and recreation at Ballea Park.
Local football grounds supporting matches, training and youth sporting activities.
Visit website ↗Local fitness and leisure facilities serving residents, families and sports groups.
Riverside routes offering informal walking and views through the town and environs.
Town-centre venues provide casual dining, takeaways, coffee and traditional pub hospitality.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community football club with teams and activities based at Ballea Park.
Local organisation supporting community activities, events and neighbourhood participation.
Represents local traders and businesses and promotes the town centre economy.
Well-known local hotel providing accommodation, dining and conference facilities.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Carrigaline
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