About Rathgar
Rathgar is an established, leafy south Dublin suburb in the D06 area, positioned between Rathmines, Ranelagh, Terenure, Harold’s Cross and Dartry. Its tree-lined streets combine substantial period houses, apartments and quieter residential roads, giving the area a settled, family-oriented character while remaining close to the city. Residents have everyday shops, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs around Rathgar village, with the larger retail and dining selection of Rathmines and Ranelagh nearby. Bushy Park is a major local asset, offering broad green space, riverside walks, sports pitches, tennis, a playground and community events; the Bushy Park Road junctions at Riversdale Avenue and Rathfarnham Road are familiar local access points. Dublin School of Music provides a nearby education and music resource, while several well-regarded schools serve Rathgar and adjoining neighbourhoods. There is no Luas stop in Rathgar itself, but frequent Dublin Bus services connect the suburb with the city centre and surrounding areas, and nearby Luas Green Line stations at Cowper and Milltown support commuting. Rathgar’s location beside the Ranelagh–Rathmines corridor and its access to the N81 and M50 make it practical for travel across Dublin, although traffic can be busy at peak times.
Property Market in Rathgar
Based on 46 properties for sale in Rathgar
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Rathgar
Schools
Music tuition and educational programmes serving children, young people and adult learners.
Visit website ↗Established Catholic secondary school located nearby on Rathmines Road.
Independent co-educational secondary school on Zion Road, Rathgar.
Primary school serving boys from Rathgar and neighbouring south Dublin communities.
Local primary school associated with the Church of Ireland parish in Rathgar.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular services connect Rathgar with the city centre, Rathmines, Terenure and Tallaght.
Green Line stop near Churchtown, providing access towards the city and south Dublin.
Green Line stop serving Milltown and nearby Rathgar, Ranelagh and Dundrum residents.
Major nearby corridor with frequent buses and convenient access to central Dublin.
Important south-west Dublin route connecting the area towards Tallaght and the M50.
Amenities
Large riverside park with sports facilities, playgrounds, paths and generous open lawns.
Recognisable local junction near Bushy Park and surrounding residential amenities.
Visit website ↗Convenient access point linking Rathgar, Bushy Park and Rathfarnham Road businesses.
Neighbourhood centre with cafés, restaurants, convenience shops, services and traditional pubs.
Visit website ↗Public library nearby providing books, study space, events and community services.
Rathgar community space used for parish, local-group and neighbourhood activities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established local club with tennis facilities, coaching and an active membership programme.
Visit website ↗Independent shops, cafés, restaurants, salons and everyday services support neighbourhood life.
Popular local market held in Bushy Park, featuring food, crafts and community traders.
Active parish community supporting worship, local events and neighbourhood initiatives.
Visit website ↗Nearby commercial districts provide a broad choice of independent food and drink venues.
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