About Caltra
Caltra is a small, rural locality in east County Galway, in the H53 postal area, positioned between Ahascragh, Castleblakeney, Mountbellew and Ballinamore Bridge. It has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and a close-knit community rather than a conventional village centre. Day-to-day life is car-dependent, although the nearby towns and villages provide shops, schools, pubs and essential services. Families generally look towards local primary schools in the surrounding parishes, with secondary education available in Mountbellew and other nearby larger settlements. Commuters use the regional road network towards Ballinasloe, Roscommon, Tuam and Galway, while rail services are available from stations such as Ahascragh or Ballinasloe, depending on the journey. Local social life centres on parish activities, GAA and community events, with pubs and restaurants in neighbouring villages providing informal meeting places. Shopping is typically handled in Mountbellew, Ballinasloe or larger nearby towns, while the surrounding countryside offers pleasant walking, fishing and sporting opportunities. Caltra suits residents seeking space, tranquillity and strong rural connections, while accepting that most amenities and commuting require a short drive.
Property Market in Caltra
Based on 6 properties for sale in Caltra
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Caltra
Schools
Local primary school serving children and families in the surrounding rural parish.
Nearby primary provision serving the Ahascragh area and surrounding east Galway communities.
Local secondary school providing post-primary education in Mountbellew.
Established Mountbellew secondary school serving students from surrounding rural areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important east Galway route linking Mountbellew, Ahascragh and surrounding communities.
Connects the wider Caltra area with Ballinamore Bridge and neighbouring settlements.
Nearby station on the Dublin–Galway rail corridor, subject to current service patterns.
Mainline station offering regular trains towards Galway, Athlone and Dublin.
Regional buses serve larger nearby towns, though rural coverage can be limited.
Amenities
Nearby centre for supermarkets, local shops, services, cafés and everyday errands.
Well-known agricultural education campus with strong links to the rural community.
Small village amenities providing local groceries, refreshments and informal social spaces.
Larger nearby commercial centre with supermarkets, banks, cafés and professional services.
Woodland recreation area offering pleasant walks and outdoor space near Mountbellew.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and parish or community events.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sport, youth participation and parish community life.
Established neighbouring club offering Gaelic football, hurling and juvenile activities.
Local organisation helping coordinate parish events, activities and community initiatives.
Agricultural training institution and an important educational presence in the locality.
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