About Balgriffin
Balgriffin is a mainly residential area in north Dublin, close to Clongriffin, Donaghmede, Clarehall and the coastal communities around Portmarnock and Malahide. The locality has a suburban, family-oriented feel, with newer housing developments alongside established roads and open green spaces. Residents are well placed for everyday shopping at Clarehall Shopping Centre and Tesco, while larger retail and leisure choices are available nearby at Northern Cross, Donaghmede and Malahide. Bus services provide links towards Dublin city, the northside suburbs and Dublin Airport, with Clongriffin DART station offering a useful rail connection for longer commutes. Local amenities include Parkside Park, pharmacies, postal services and cafés, while restaurants and pubs are concentrated around Clarehall, Northern Cross, Donaghmede and Malahide rather than in Balgriffin itself. Schools and childcare facilities serve the surrounding residential communities, with additional secondary and further-education options available across north Dublin. The area also benefits from straightforward access to the M50, M1 and Dublin Airport, making it practical for commuters by car. Nearby sports clubs, community facilities and the coast at Portmarnock provide further opportunities for recreation.
Property Market in Balgriffin
Based on 35 properties for sale in Balgriffin
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Balgriffin
Schools
An inclusive primary school serving families in the Belmayne and surrounding north Dublin communities.
Visit website ↗A mixed, multi-denominational secondary school serving the expanding north Dublin residential area.
A co-educational community college in Donaghmede serving students from surrounding suburbs.
A secondary school in Raheny accessible from Balgriffin and neighbouring north Dublin districts.
A major university campus offering undergraduate and postgraduate education at Glasnevin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Provides suburban rail services towards Dublin city, Howth Junction and northern coastal destinations.
Regular services connect the area with city-centre destinations and neighbouring north Dublin suburbs.
The nearby orbital motorway links Balgriffin with Dublin’s western and southern suburbs.
Provides direct road access towards Dublin Airport, the city and destinations northwards.
A short drive away, offering domestic, European and international passenger services.
Amenities
A local green space providing open areas for walking, play and informal recreation.
Neighbourhood shopping centre with everyday retail, services, cafés and food options.
Visit website ↗Convenient supermarket serving weekly shopping needs in the Clarehall area.
Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, health advice and everyday personal-care products.
Neighbourhood postal facility offering standard mailing and associated counter services.
Visit website ↗Local convenience and value retailer serving residents around the Clarehall shopping area.
Nearby coastal village with independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and waterfront attractions.
Local Clubs & Businesses
A useful cluster of retailers, services, cafés and food outlets close to Balgriffin.
Coastal destination with sailing activity, restaurants, cafés and waterside leisure opportunities.
Local resident and community organisations support activities across the surrounding suburban neighbourhoods.
Renowned links golf club near the coast, accessible from Balgriffin by road.
Established local rugby club providing playing and social opportunities for various age groups.
Properties For Sale near Balgriffin
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