South Circular Road Neighbourhood Guide
Limerick
About South Circular Road
South Circular Road is a well-established inner-southside Limerick neighbourhood, linking the city centre with Ballinacurra and routes towards Mungret. It is a largely residential area, with mature streets, period housing and a convenient location for people who want city access without living directly in the retail core. Residents are within walking distance or a short cycle of the centre, while local and regional bus services operate along nearby corridors; the N69 and wider road network provide access towards the south and west. Education is a strong feature, with several respected schools and the University of Limerick accessible across the city. Everyday shopping is available around the road and in nearby city-centre areas, with cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs concentrated along the South Circular Road, O’Connell Avenue and the centre. Green space and leisure options include nearby People’s Park, the River Shannon walkways and local sports facilities. The area also benefits from proximity to cultural landmarks such as the Hunt Museum, Limerick City Gallery of Art and King John’s Castle, making it practical as well as well connected.
Property Market in South Circular Road
Based on 9 properties for sale in South Circular Road
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in South Circular Road
Schools
Established secondary school on Griffith Avenue, serving boys from Limerick and surrounding areas.
Well-known girls’ secondary school on South Circular Road with a strong academic tradition.
Visit website ↗Nearby education provision associated with the Laurel Hill school campus and local community.
Central Protestant school providing primary and post-primary education near the city centre.
Teacher-education college beside the South Circular Road, with a historic campus and facilities.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local mapped stop serving nearby South Circular Road connections and city travel.
Main transport hub providing Irish Rail services and extensive Bus Éireann connections.
Frequent city routes run along this nearby corridor towards central Limerick.
Strategic road linking Limerick with Mungret, Foynes and the wider Shannon Estuary.
Short urban connections provide practical cycling access into central Limerick.
Amenities
Historic city park with lawns, mature planting, paths and a children’s playground.
Nearby college sports facilities supporting exercise, recreation and community activities.
Public gallery in Pery Square presenting contemporary and historic Irish art exhibitions.
Popular city-centre pub known for traditional atmosphere, food and live music.
Riverside venue offering food, drinks and live entertainment near the city centre.
Weekend covered market with local produce, artisan food stalls and independent traders.
Major regional hospital in Dooradoyle, accessible from South Circular Road by road.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Major local college with education, sports, cultural and community connections.
Visit website ↗Long-established club offering tennis facilities and organised activities near the southside.
Prominent GAA stadium hosting Limerick hurling and football fixtures on the northside.
Major performance venue at the University of Limerick, hosting music and touring productions.
Independent Limerick bookseller with a long-standing city-centre presence and broad selection.
Properties For Sale near South Circular Road
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