Maugheraboy Neighbourhood Guide
Sligo
About Maugheraboy
Maugheraboy is a mainly residential area on the southern side of Sligo town, within easy reach of the town centre and the wider countryside of County Sligo. It has a settled suburban feel, with housing estates and established homes alongside open views towards the hills and landscapes around the town. Residents are close to Sligo’s schools, hospital and town-centre services, while Knocknahur and West Sligo provide convenient links towards the west and south-west. Schooling is available nearby at primary and secondary level, with Atlantic Technological University Sligo also accessible for further education. Bus services and the N4 make commuting around Sligo and towards Collooney, Ballysadare and beyond straightforward, while Sligo Mac Diarmada railway station provides rail connections to Dublin and other destinations. Everyday shopping is centred on Sligo town’s supermarkets and retail areas, with cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs available in the town centre and along nearby routes. Leisure options include Doorly Park, Sligo Regional Sports Centre, cinema and theatre facilities, and the many walking, surfing and outdoor opportunities for which the region is known. The area also benefits from nearby healthcare, sports clubs and community facilities, making it a practical base for families, commuters and those wanting access to Sligo’s urban amenities without living in the busiest central streets.
Property Market in Maugheraboy
Based on 8 properties for sale in Maugheraboy
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Maugheraboy
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Maugheraboy and surrounding southern Sligo neighbourhoods.
Established Sligo primary school providing mainstream education close to the town centre.
Catholic secondary school for boys, located within convenient reach of Maugheraboy.
Co-educational secondary school near Sligo town, offering a broad academic programme.
Higher-education campus offering degree, apprenticeship and professional-study opportunities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local and regional buses connect Maugheraboy with central Sligo and surrounding areas.
Mainline station providing services towards Dublin, Longford, Mullingar and other western destinations.
Important regional route linking Sligo with Collooney, Ballysadare and the wider west.
Nearby central streets provide practical access to shops, services and employment.
Regional airport approximately an hour away by road, serving domestic and European routes.
Amenities
Major regional hospital providing emergency, outpatient and wider healthcare services.
Popular riverside park with walking routes, open space and recreational areas.
Public sports facility offering fitness, swimming and indoor leisure activities.
Prominent arts centre hosting exhibitions, events, performances and cultural programmes.
Multiplex cinema at Quayside Shopping Centre showing current films and family releases.
Traditional Sligo pub known for its character, drinks and live-music atmosphere.
Historic town-centre bar and restaurant noted for food, drinks and traditional ambience.
Central retail complex with shops and convenient everyday services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Historic League of Ireland football club based at The Showgrounds in Sligo.
Established rugby club providing playing and social opportunities for local members.
County Gaelic games organisation supporting football, hurling and community participation.
Local organisation promoting active lifestyles, participation and accessible sporting opportunities.
Town-centre businesses provide everyday shopping, coffee, dining and specialist local services.
Properties For Sale near Maugheraboy
Nearby Areas
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