Irishtown Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Irishtown
Irishtown is a historic south Dublin neighbourhood in Dublin 4, between Sandymount, Ringsend, the River Liffey and Dublin Bay, with Grand Canal Dock and Ballsbridge close by. It has a mainly residential character, combining established streets and period houses with newer apartments and a strong sense of local community. The area is convenient for commuters, with central Dublin, the Docklands and the southside suburbs readily accessible by bus, DART and road. Local education includes nearby primary schools such as Scoil Mhuire Girls National School in Lakelands, while further schools and colleges are available in Sandymount, Ringsend and Ballsbridge. Residents have everyday shopping and services around Irishtown, Ringsend and Sandymount, with larger retail choices in nearby city-centre and Docklands districts. Pubs, cafés and restaurants are concentrated along the surrounding village streets and waterfront approaches, while Sandymount Strand and Herbert Park provide excellent nearby opportunities for walking and recreation. The Convention Centre Dublin, 3Arena and Dublin Port are prominent local landmarks, and the area also benefits from access to sports clubs, coastal amenities and the facilities of Grand Canal Dock.
Property Market in Irishtown
Based on 57 properties for sale in Irishtown
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Irishtown
Schools
Local education-supplies business serving families, schools and students in the area.
Established primary school serving children from Ringsend and neighbouring Dublin 4 communities.
Independent secondary school within straightforward reach across the south inner suburbs.
Major city-centre university accessible by public transport from Irishtown.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent southside rail services connect towards the city centre, Blackrock and Bray.
Convenient Docklands station for city-centre, northside and south Dublin journeys.
Regular bus services link the neighbourhood with the city centre and suburbs.
Key Liffey crossing providing road access between Dublin’s north and south docks.
Nearby strategic road connections serving the port, airport and northern suburbs.
Amenities
Wide tidal strand nearby, popular for coastal walks, views and fresh air.
Visit website ↗Large Ballsbridge park with playing fields, tennis courts, playground and landscaped walks.
Major convention venue on the north quays, visible across the docklands area.
Large indoor music and events venue beside the River Liffey and Dublin Port.
Visit website ↗Major port operator and waterfront employer shaping the area’s maritime character.
Nearby village centre offering groceries, cafés, restaurants and everyday local services.
Small green space with paths and wildlife value near the Ringsend shoreline.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football and community sports venue serving Irishtown and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Historic Dublin football club based at nearby Tolka Park in Drumcondra.
Independent shops, cafés, restaurants and professional services support everyday neighbourhood life.
Prominent local employer and maritime organisation operating the nearby commercial port.
Community-focused facilities and activities serving residents across the local district.
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