About Ballymahon
Ballymahon is a small market town in south County Longford, positioned on the River Inny and within easy reach of the N55, with neighbouring communities including Tang, Keenagh, Newtowncashel, Ratharney and Abbeyshrule. It has a relaxed, community-oriented character, combining traditional town-centre streets with surrounding farmland and waterways. Everyday life is generally convenient, with local shops, cafés, pubs and services in the town, while larger retail and employment centres such as Athlone, Longford and Mullingar are accessible by car. Families have access to local primary education, including St. Matthew’s National School in Ballymahon, with St. Mary’s National School Tang serving a nearby rural community. Bus services provide connections towards Athlone, Longford and surrounding villages, while the N55 supports road commuting; rail travel is available from nearby Edgeworthstown or Athlone stations. Leisure is a strong feature, with the River Inny, Ballymahon GFC facilities and several cycle-park areas providing opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor recreation. The town also has a well-established sporting and social scene, including local GAA activity and community events, while nearby landmarks such as Corlea Trackway and the Grand Canal add interest for residents and visitors.
Property Market in Ballymahon
Based on 2 properties for sale in Ballymahon
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballymahon
Schools
Local post-primary education option serving Ballymahon and the wider district.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school available within commuting distance in Athlone.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection linking Ballymahon with Athlone, Longford and wider routes.
Regional bus connections serve Ballymahon and nearby towns, subject to timetable.
Nearby rail station providing Dublin–Westport services, accessible by road.
Major regional station offering frequent intercity and commuter connections.
Scenic canal-side route supporting leisure cycling and walking nearby.
Amenities
Ballymahon GFC grounds providing open space and local sporting facilities.
Marked local cycle area forming part of Ballymahon’s cycling amenities.
Additional cycle-park area supporting recreational riding and outdoor activity.
Local cycling facility contributing to the town’s outdoor recreation offer.
Further cycle-park area for residents enjoying active leisure pursuits.
Central cycling amenity associated with Ballymahon’s network of cycle parks.
Local shops, cafés, pubs, takeaways and everyday services around the town streets.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club based at Leo Casey Park.
Local rugby club providing sporting activity for players and families.
Local library and community resource supporting reading, learning and events.
Visit website ↗Independent venues provide informal meeting places, food and evening social life.
Popular local event reflecting the town’s rural hinterland and community traditions.
Nearby Areas
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