Cabra Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Cabra
Cabra is a well-established north-west Dublin suburb, positioned between Phibsborough, Glasnevin, Ashtown and the North Circular Road, with the D07 area also placing the city centre within easy reach. The neighbourhood is predominantly residential, combining older terraces and local authority housing with newer apartment developments around the Royal Canal and the nearby TU Dublin Grangegorman campus. Daily life is convenient, with supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés, takeaways and independent shops available locally, while Phibsborough, Stoneybatter and Smithfield provide a broader choice of restaurants, pubs and evening venues. Commuters can use nearby Dublin Bus corridors, Luas services from Phibsborough or Grangegorman, and rail connections at Broombridge, while the Royal Canal and cycle routes offer alternatives for active travel. Families have access to several primary and secondary schools in Cabra and surrounding districts, with TU Dublin adding a significant higher-education presence nearby. Local green space includes the Royal Canal towpath, John Paul II Park and nearby Phoenix Park, supporting walking, cycling and recreational activities. The area has a strong community character, with established sporting clubs and facilities alongside practical services such as The Park Pharmacy, Medicus Medical Centre, Tesco and Bodyfirm.
Property Market in Cabra
Based on 79 properties for sale in Cabra
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Cabra
Schools
Established boys’ secondary school serving families across north Dublin communities.
Local girls’ secondary school with a long-established presence in Cabra.
Primary school serving children and families in the surrounding residential neighbourhood.
Major modern campus offering university and professional courses near Cabra.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Interchange for Luas Green Line services and trains towards Maynooth and Dublin Connolly.
Convenient Green Line stop serving Phibsborough, the city centre and south Dublin.
Green Line stop beside TU Dublin and close to Cabra’s southern edge.
Frequent city services connect Cabra with the centre and surrounding suburbs.
Canal-side route providing traffic-light access towards Ashtown, Phibsborough and central Dublin.
Amenities
Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, healthcare advice and everyday wellness products.
Nearby medical centre offering general healthcare services for local residents.
Convenient supermarket provision for groceries and regular household shopping.
Visit website ↗Large modern academic library with study facilities near the Grangegorman campus.
Nearby postal service handling parcels, letters and common counter transactions.
Visit website ↗Extensive nearby parkland offering walks, sports areas, monuments and open green space.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local facilities supporting recreation, activities and community programmes for residents.
Youth-focused organisation providing activities, support and development opportunities locally.
GAA club serving north Dublin members through Gaelic games and community participation.
Community boxing club offering training and structured activity for different age groups.
Nearby independent cafés, restaurants, pubs and shops broaden everyday local choice.
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