About Murroe
Murroe is a village in east County Limerick, in the foothills of the Silvermine Mountains and close to the Clare borderlands. It has a settled, community-focused character, with surrounding farmland and attractive countryside giving it a rural feel while Limerick city remains within practical commuting distance. The village centre provides everyday services, local shops and places to meet, while larger shopping and employment centres are available in Limerick, Nenagh and nearby towns. Families are served by local primary education and nearby secondary schools, with further education and university facilities in Limerick city. Road travel is central to daily life: the R506 connects Murroe towards Limerick and Newport, while the R506 and regional roads provide access towards Cappamore, Castleconnell and Birdhill; bus services are more limited than in the city. Local social life centres on pubs, cafés, sporting organisations and parish activities, with Gaelic games, soccer and community events prominent. The surrounding area offers walking and outdoor opportunities, including access towards the Silvermines and nearby trails, while Lough Derg and the River Shannon are within reach for day trips and leisure. Murroe therefore suits residents seeking a quieter village base with strong local connections, countryside nearby and access to larger urban amenities by car.
Property Market in Murroe
Based on 9 properties for sale in Murroe
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Murroe
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Murroe and surrounding rural communities.
Co-educational secondary school serving the Murroe area and wider east Limerick.
Nearby secondary school in Newport, offering post-primary education and activities.
Large secondary school in Castletroy, accessible for families commuting towards Limerick.
Major university campus with undergraduate, postgraduate and sporting facilities nearby.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection from Murroe towards Limerick, Newport and surrounding villages.
Regional route linking the area towards Birdhill, Nenagh and the M7 corridor.
Regional bus services connect nearby towns, though frequency is more limited locally.
Nearby station on the Limerick–Ballybrophy line, with connections towards Limerick.
Strategic motorway access for travel towards Limerick, Nenagh, Dublin and wider Munster.
Amenities
Local shops and everyday services supporting residents across the surrounding hinterland.
Local pub and meeting place associated with the Murroe community.
Community venue supporting local activities, events and sporting use.
Local education facilities contributing to village life and community activities.
Nearby upland landscape offering scenic drives, walking and countryside recreation.
Broader retail, medical, cultural and leisure facilities are available within commuting range.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting and social activities for the community.
Community football club offering soccer activities for children and adults.
Local organisation involved in community facilities, events and village development.
Parish network supporting worship, volunteering, local events and social connection.
Independent retailers and service businesses provide convenient everyday support locally.
Properties For Sale near Murroe
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