About Ballisodare
Ballisodare is a village in County Sligo, positioned where the Ballysadare River meets the main routes between Sligo town, Collooney and the south of the county. It has a practical, community-minded character, with established housing around a traditional village centre and a largely rural landscape extending towards Ballygawley, Coolaney and Knocknahur. Daily life benefits from being close to Sligo’s broader employment, shopping and cultural facilities, while the village itself provides essential services and local social outlets. Families have access to primary schooling locally, with further primary and secondary choices available in nearby Sligo and Collooney. Bus services and the nearby N4 make commuting towards Sligo, Collooney and Dublin relatively straightforward, although many households rely on cars for work and wider errands. Local amenities include shops, services, village pubs and places to eat, while Sligo offers a much larger selection of cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities a short drive away. The river, surrounding countryside and proximity to Sligo’s coast and hills add plenty of scope for walking, outdoor activities and weekend trips. Ballisodare is therefore suited to residents seeking village living with convenient access to an important regional town.
Property Market in Ballisodare
Based on 4 properties for sale in Ballisodare
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballisodare
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Ballisodare and surrounding rural communities.
Independent co-educational secondary school in Sligo town, accessible by road and bus.
Well-established secondary school in Sligo town with a broad student community.
Second-level school serving students from south Sligo and nearby villages.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection towards Sligo, Collooney, Carraroe and Dublin.
Local and regional buses connect the village with Sligo and surrounding towns.
Intercity rail services to Dublin and regional connections, approximately ten kilometres away.
Nearby former station area on the Dublin–Sligo rail corridor, with road access.
Regional hub for commuting, shopping and services, reached conveniently from Ballisodare.
Amenities
Local garage providing motorists with fuel, vehicle services and everyday roadside assistance.
Convenient local outlets for groceries, newspapers, household essentials and daily errands.
Traditional village pubs provide informal meeting places and community-focused socialising.
Picturesque riverside setting offering scenic views and opportunities for short walks.
Nearby town centre provides supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and a wider range of services.
Major sports and leisure facility offering swimming, fitness and indoor activities.
Regional hospital providing acute healthcare services for residents across north-west Ireland.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing sporting and community activities for different age groups.
Village venue hosting local groups, classes, meetings and community events.
Gaelic games organisation supporting local participation and community-based sporting activity.
Established local automotive business serving Ballisodare and passing motorists.
Nearby Areas
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