About Walkinstown
Walkinstown is a well-established, largely residential suburb in south-west Dublin, within the D12 area and close to Crumlin, Drimnagh, Greenhills, Perrystown and Ballymount. Its character is practical and urban, with a mix of mature housing, busy arterial roads, small local centres and larger retail destinations. Walkinstown Shopping Centre and Ashleaf Shopping Centre provide everyday shopping, while Dunnes Stores, Lloyds Pharmacy and other services make routine errands convenient. The area is also close to employment and business districts around Ballymount, Parkmore and Western Parkway Business Centre. Dublin Bus routes along Walkinstown Road, Cromwellsfort Road and nearby Crumlin Road provide access towards the city centre and surrounding suburbs, while the Naas Road, Long Mile Road and Red Cow area are important road links for commuters. Residents have a broad choice of schools in Walkinstown, Crumlin, Drimnagh and Greenhills, alongside nearby childcare and further-education options. Local social life centres on traditional pubs, cafés, takeaways and restaurants in the surrounding suburban centres, with larger leisure, retail and dining choices available a short journey away. Parks and sports facilities in neighbouring Crumlin, Drimnagh and Greenhills add recreational space, while the area’s established community clubs and convenient services give it a settled, family-friendly feel.
Property Market in Walkinstown
Based on 37 properties for sale in Walkinstown
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Walkinstown
Schools
Catholic senior primary school serving girls in the Walkinstown and surrounding south-west Dublin area.
Local primary school serving children and families around Walkinstown and Perrystown.
Further-education college offering post-school courses and training near the Walkinstown area.
Established primary-school provision in neighbouring Crumlin, within convenient local reach.
Second-level and further-education campus serving students from Greenhills and nearby suburbs.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent Dublin Bus services connect local residents with the city and nearby suburbs.
Major nearby route offering regular buses towards Dublin city centre and south-west Dublin.
Important east-west road linking Walkinstown with Ballymount, Crumlin and Dublin’s inner suburbs.
Strategic commuter route providing access towards the Red Cow, west Dublin and national roads.
Nearby Red Line stop connecting the area with central Dublin and Tallaght.
Red Line stop serving Ballymount and nearby industrial and residential districts.
Amenities
Convenient local centre with everyday retail, services, food outlets and community-facing amenities.
Neighbouring shopping centre providing supermarkets, shops, cafés and practical local services.
Major supermarket and department-store retailer serving regular household and grocery shopping needs.
Visit website ↗Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, medicines, advice and everyday healthcare essentials.
Nearby commercial area with businesses, employment, services and convenient road access.
Established business location close to Walkinstown, supporting local employment and commercial activity.
Nearby village centre offering casual dining, coffee, takeaways and traditional local hospitality.
Large south-west Dublin park with walking routes, open space, playgrounds and family recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community football club providing local sporting opportunities for children and adults.
Established neighbouring football club with strong youth and community participation.
Prominent local GAA club offering Gaelic football and hurling across age groups.
Neighbourhood venue supporting activities, classes, meetings and local community initiatives.
Cluster of retailers and service providers forming an important everyday commercial hub.
Properties For Sale near Walkinstown
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