About Ringsend
Ringsend is a long-established inner-city neighbourhood on Dublin’s southside, between the River Liffey, the River Dodder and Dublin Bay, adjoining Ballsbridge and Grand Canal Dock. It has a strong village identity, with mainly traditional terraces alongside newer apartments and offices towards the docklands. Daily life is convenient and walkable: local shops, cafés, pubs and services line Ringsend Road and Thorncastle Street, while the larger retail and leisure choice of Grand Canal Dock and Sandymount is close by. Families have access to local primary and secondary schools, with further education and childcare options in neighbouring areas. Commuters can walk or cycle to Grand Canal Dock and Lansdowne Road rail stations, use frequent Dublin Bus routes, or reach the city centre and south Dublin by bicycle and car. Ringsend Park, Irishtown Nature Park and the nearby Sandymount Strand provide valuable open space, while the waterfront and Poolbeg peninsula are popular for walking and outdoor recreation. The area is especially noted for Ringsend Park, its long-standing community spirit and local sporting tradition, with the Aviva Stadium, Bord Gáis Energy Theatre and Dublin’s docklands amenities all within easy reach.
Property Market in Ringsend
Based on 11 properties for sale in Ringsend
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ringsend
Schools
Local post-primary school serving students from Ringsend and surrounding south Dublin neighbourhoods.
Established primary school serving girls and families in the local community.
Local boys’ primary school with a long-established Ringsend presence.
Nearby primary school serving families in Irishtown and the surrounding area.
Teacher-education and research institution accessible from Ringsend by public transport.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗DART station providing frequent services towards the city centre, north Dublin and south Dublin.
Nearby DART station serving Ballsbridge, the Aviva Stadium and coastal commuter routes.
Frequent bus services linking Ringsend with the city centre, docklands and south Dublin.
Convenient cycling routes connect Ringsend with docklands, the city centre and Sandymount.
Road connections provide access across the Liffey and towards Dublin Port and the M50.
Amenities
Large local park with sports pitches, playgrounds and open space for residents.
Wetland and coastal nature area popular for walking and birdwatching.
Well-known traditional Ringsend pub with a strong local atmosphere.
Local café option for coffee, breakfast and casual daytime food.
Community library offering books, study space, events and public services.
Major Grand Canal Dock venue hosting touring theatre, musicals and entertainment.
International sports and concert venue within walking distance in nearby Ballsbridge.
Wide tidal strand nearby, popular for walks and views across Dublin Bay.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community football club providing sporting opportunities for local children and adults.
Local community organisation involved in neighbourhood representation and area initiatives.
Historic Dublin football club based at nearby Tolka Park in Drumcondra.
Large concert and events venue across the river in Dublin’s docklands.
Local retail and convenience businesses support everyday shopping along the village streets.
Properties For Sale near Ringsend
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