Caherlistrane Neighbourhood Guide
Galway
About Caherlistrane
Caherlistrane is a small rural village in north County Galway, positioned between Corrandulla, Headford and Tuam, with Shrule and Milltown also within easy reach. It has a settled, community-oriented character, with homes and farmland surrounding a compact village centre rather than a built-up suburban feel. Everyday life is generally quiet and car-dependent, although the locality is well placed for access to larger services in Headford, Tuam and Galway city. Caherlistrane National School serves local primary pupils, while secondary-school choices are available in nearby Headford, Tuam and Galway, depending on family preference and transport. The village has local community facilities and traditional pub life, while broader shopping, cafés, restaurants, healthcare and leisure services are found in the surrounding towns. Road access is convenient via the N83 corridor towards Galway and Tuam, with regional roads linking Headford, Kilmaine and Shrule; regular rail services are not available in the village itself. Local sporting and community activities are an important part of the area’s identity, with GAA and other clubs drawing members from the surrounding parish. Residents benefit from a peaceful countryside setting while remaining within commuting distance of Galway city, though journey times can vary considerably with traffic.
Property Market in Caherlistrane
Based on 6 properties for sale in Caherlistrane
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Caherlistrane
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Caherlistrane and the surrounding rural parish.
Nearby post-primary option serving students from Headford and surrounding north Galway communities.
Established secondary school in Headford, offering education for pupils from the wider area.
Long-established Tuam secondary school offering a broad post-primary education.
Co-educational post-primary school accessible from parts of east and north Galway.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route connecting Caherlistrane with Galway city, Tuam and intermediate villages.
Regional road network provides access towards Headford, Tuam and surrounding rural settlements.
Nearby towns provide regional bus connections towards Galway and other north Galway destinations.
Nearest major rail station, offering Irish Rail services towards Dublin, Athlone and Athenry.
Motorway access improves longer-distance travel towards Galway, Mayo and Dublin-bound routes.
Amenities
Small local centre providing community services and limited everyday convenience shopping.
Important venue for parish activities, meetings, classes and local social events.
Traditional village pubs provide informal meeting places and occasional live or community events.
Nearby town offering supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacies, banks and additional services.
Larger nearby centre with extensive retail, dining, healthcare and leisure provision.
Local playing facilities supporting Gaelic games and parish sporting activities.
Scenic nearby landscape offering walking, angling and outdoor recreation opportunities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Parish club promoting Gaelic football and community participation across age groups.
Local organisation supporting events, facilities and social initiatives within the village.
School community contributing to local family life, activities and parish connections.
Nearby independent shops, trades and professional services support residents’ everyday needs.
Larger commercial hub providing employment, shopping and services for surrounding rural communities.
Properties For Sale near Caherlistrane
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