About Ballyhaunis
Ballyhaunis is a small, welcoming market town in east County Mayo, positioned near the Galway and Roscommon borders and surrounded by rural communities including Ballindine, Irishtown, Kilkelly and Knock. It has a practical, self-contained feel, with a compact town centre, established residential areas and a notably diverse community. Everyday life is convenient for families and commuters, with local primary and secondary education, shops, cafés, takeaways, pubs and essential services close to home. Scoil Iosas is one of the local schools, while Ballyhaunis Community School provides post-primary education in the town. Ballyhaunis railway station offers direct train connections towards Dublin and Westport, and the N17 provides road access towards Galway, Sligo and towns across Mayo; Knock Airport is also within easy driving distance. For recreation, Ballyhaunis Park Centre grounds provide open space and community facilities, while the Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence is a significant regional sporting landmark nearby. The town also has a strong local sporting and community life, with Gaelic games, soccer and other clubs contributing to its friendly, active character.
Property Market in Ballyhaunis
Based on 15 properties for sale in Ballyhaunis
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballyhaunis
Schools
Local primary school serving children and families in Ballyhaunis and surrounding rural areas.
Post-primary school providing education and extracurricular activities for the wider local community.
Visit website ↗Primary education option serving families in the Ballyhaunis area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional rail station with services towards Dublin, Athlone, Claremorris and Westport.
Main regional road linking Ballyhaunis with Galway, Sligo and nearby Mayo towns.
Scheduled bus connections serve Ballyhaunis and neighbouring towns along regional routes.
Regional airport near Charlestown, offering domestic and international flights within driving distance.
Amenities
Community recreation grounds offering open space and facilities for local activities.
Major regional Gaelic games training and development facility outside Ballyhaunis.
Compact centre with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, takeaways and everyday services.
Public library providing books, digital resources, study space and community services.
Town-centre venues provide informal dining, coffee, takeaway food and traditional pub hospitality.
Local primary-care services support residents across Ballyhaunis and surrounding communities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult teams across several codes.
Community soccer club providing football opportunities for children and adults.
Local business network promoting town-centre enterprise, events and community development.
Member-owned financial cooperative serving Ballyhaunis and neighbouring rural communities.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Ballyhaunis
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