About Mountrath
Mountrath is a small market town in east County Laois, positioned between Portlaoise and Roscrea and close to the Slieve Bloom Mountains. It has a friendly, traditional character, with a compact town centre surrounded by established housing, newer estates and a largely rural hinterland. Everyday life is practical and community-focused: local shops, cafés, pubs and services cover many daily needs, while Portlaoise provides a broader range of retail, employment, healthcare and leisure facilities. Families have access to primary and secondary education locally, with further schools and third-level connections available in Portlaoise and beyond. The town is served by regional bus services and lies close to the M7 motorway, making commuting towards Portlaoise, Dublin, Limerick and the Midlands relatively straightforward by car; rail users generally travel to Portlaoise station. The surrounding countryside offers walking, cycling and outdoor recreation, particularly around the Slieve Blooms, while nearby Mountrath Community School and local clubs contribute strongly to village life. Pubs and informal eateries provide social options in the town, with a wider restaurant and café choice available in Portlaoise. Notable nearby attractions include Mountrath’s historic town setting, the scenic Slieve Bloom area and the grounds and heritage of nearby Ballyfin Demesne.
Property Market in Mountrath
Based on 10 properties for sale in Mountrath
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Mountrath
Schools
Local post-primary school serving Mountrath and surrounding communities.
Local primary school providing education for children in the town area.
Primary school serving families in Ballyfin and the surrounding rural district.
Visit website ↗Large post-primary school in Portlaoise, accessible for wider educational choice.
Established Portlaoise secondary school offering a broad range of subjects.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Convenient motorway access for Portlaoise, Dublin, Limerick and Midlands journeys.
Regional service linking Mountrath with Portlaoise, Roscrea and Dublin connections.
Mainline station offering frequent Dublin and national rail services.
Important regional route connecting Mountrath with Portlaoise and surrounding towns.
Rural transport options connecting smaller communities with nearby towns and services.
Amenities
Compact centre with convenience retail, services, cafés and everyday local shopping.
Public library providing books, study space, digital access and community activities.
Venue for local groups, classes, meetings and community-based activities.
Local green space supporting informal recreation and outdoor community use.
Nearby upland area offering marked walks, scenic drives and outdoor recreation.
Short drive away for supermarkets, larger shops, restaurants, cinemas and services.
Traditional town venues providing casual dining, refreshments and informal socialising.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with strong youth and community participation.
Community football club providing sporting activities for local children and adults.
School-based activities supporting sport, culture and wider community engagement.
Independent retailers, trades and service providers underpinning the local economy.
Historic nearby estate and luxury country-house destination in the surrounding area.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Mountrath
Nearby Areas
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