Ballysimon Neighbourhood Guide
Limerick
About Ballysimon
Ballysimon is an eastern suburb of Limerick city, centred around the Ballysimon Road and the N24 approach towards Tipperary, with a mix of established housing, newer development and commercial frontage. It sits close to Drombanna, Janesboro, Kilbane, Old Singland Road and Rosbrien, making it convenient for residents who want access to the city while remaining near open countryside on the southeastern edge. Daily life is practical and car-friendly, although regular bus services connect the area with Limerick city centre and surrounding suburbs. Nearby schools include primary and secondary options in the south and east of the city, while the University of Limerick and Limerick College of Further Education are within a straightforward journey. Shopping and services are concentrated along the Ballysimon Road, Childers Road and nearby retail areas, with further choice in Limerick city centre. Residents have access to local cafés, takeaways, pubs and restaurants, as well as larger leisure and retail facilities around The Park and Coonagh where appropriate. The area is also well placed for sporting clubs, community facilities and commuting via the N24, M7 and M8, with Limerick city’s cultural and riverside amenities a short drive or bus trip away.
Property Market in Ballysimon
Based on 7 properties for sale in Ballysimon
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballysimon
Schools
Primary school serving families in the Roxboro and southern Limerick city area.
Established secondary school located within reach of Ballysimon and central Limerick.
Co-educational secondary school in Dooradoyle, accessible across the southern suburbs.
Major university campus with extensive academic, sporting and cultural facilities nearby.
Further-education campus offering vocational and adult-learning courses in Limerick city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main local route linking Ballysimon with Limerick city, Drombanna and surrounding suburbs.
Strategic route providing access east towards Tipperary and west into Limerick.
Nearby motorway connection towards Dublin, Nenagh and the wider national road network.
Regular suburban services connect nearby residential areas with the city centre.
Main railway station offering intercity services to Dublin, Cork, Galway and Waterford.
Amenities
Nearby retail and commercial destination serving everyday shopping, food and local services.
Convenient retail area with supermarkets, shops, restaurants and other practical services.
Local shopping centre providing groceries, services and neighbourhood convenience facilities.
Large public park with walking routes, play areas and outdoor recreational space.
Popular city-centre market known for local food producers, cafés and weekend trading.
Central library offering books, study facilities, events and public services.
Major indoor sports and fitness facility at the University of Limerick campus.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Practical local services, trade outlets and commercial premises line the main road.
Important Limerick GAA venue hosting county games and major sporting events.
Established city tennis club offering courts, coaching and competitive community activity.
Local football club serving children and adults across Limerick’s southern suburbs.
Several nearby clubs provide Gaelic football, hurling and camogie for local families.
Properties For Sale near Ballysimon
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