About Blackrock
Blackrock is a mature, well-connected coastal suburb in south Dublin, centred on a lively village with a mix of period houses, apartments and established residential streets. It sits between Booterstown and Monkstown, close to Dún Laoghaire, Stillorgan and Foxrock, with the seafront and Blackrock Park adding an attractive outdoor dimension. Blackrock Station provides frequent DART access towards Dublin city centre, Howth and Bray, while Dublin Bus routes and the N11 corridor support commuting by public transport and car. The village has everyday shopping alongside independent retailers, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with Blackrock Shopping Centre and nearby Stillorgan offering further services. Families are served by a range of nearby primary and secondary schools, while Blackrock’s education scene also includes specialist options such as the School of Rock. Residents have easy access to Temple Park, Blackrock Park, the coastal promenade and Dún Laoghaire’s wider leisure facilities. The area is also known for Blackrock Market, local sports clubs and community organisations, making it sociable and convenient as well as highly accessible.
Property Market in Blackrock
Based on 58 properties for sale in Blackrock
Property types
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What’s in Blackrock
Schools
Music tuition and performance training for children, teenagers and adults.
Visit website ↗Established independent boys’ school with a strong academic and sporting tradition.
Visit website ↗Independent girls’ secondary school serving the local south Dublin community.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Blackrock, offering broad academic and practical programmes.
Primary school associated with Blackrock College, serving younger pupils locally.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗DART station with frequent services between Dublin city, Howth and Bray.
Regular services connect the suburb with the city, Dún Laoghaire and south Dublin.
Major south Dublin radial route providing access towards the city and M50.
Coastal road linking Blackrock with Booterstown, Monkstown and Dún Laoghaire.
Amenities
Local green space suitable for informal recreation, walking and family outings.
Convenient access point for village shops, services and nearby retail facilities.
Independent bookshop and stationery retailer serving Blackrock’s local community.
Visit website ↗Supermarket providing affordable groceries and convenient everyday shopping.
Visit website ↗Central postal and everyday service facility in the village shopping area.
Visit website ↗Long-established market with independent stalls, vintage goods, crafts and food.
Visit website ↗Traditional local pub offering drinks, conversation and a relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established rugby club with teams and youth development serving the surrounding area.
Local football club providing playing opportunities and community participation.
Community club offering lawn bowling and social activities for members.
Independent traders selling vintage items, crafts, food and distinctive local goods.
Major private hospital and specialist medical facility near the village.
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