About Riverstown
Riverstown is a small, well-established village in County Sligo, set in the scenic south-east of the county between Ballymote, Boyle and Sligo town. It has a rural, community-minded character, with traditional streetscapes, surrounding farmland and easy access to the Curlew Mountains, Lough Arrow and the wider Sligo countryside. Day-to-day life is relatively peaceful and car-oriented, although the village provides useful local services, schools, shops and places to eat and socialise. Riverstown National School serves local primary pupils, while secondary-school choices are available in nearby Ballymote, Sligo and Carrick-on-Shannon, depending on family preference and transport. Bus Éireann services link the village with Sligo and other regional towns, while the N4 and nearby rail stations at Ballymote and Boyle support longer commutes. Local amenities include pubs, cafés, food shops, a post office and community facilities, with larger retail and healthcare provision available in Ballymote and Sligo. The area is particularly attractive to people seeking a quieter village base with strong local identity, outdoor access and reasonable connections across south Sligo and north Roscommon.
Property Market in Riverstown
Based on 5 properties for sale in Riverstown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Riverstown
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Riverstown and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school in nearby Ballymote, offering mainstream post-primary education.
Mixed post-primary school serving south Sligo and surrounding hinterland.
Independent co-educational secondary school located in Sligo town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional buses connect Riverstown with Sligo, Ballymote and surrounding towns.
Main regional route nearby, linking Sligo with Boyle, Carrick-on-Shannon and Dublin.
Local rail station providing services towards Sligo and Dublin via the Dublin-Sligo line.
Rail station on the Dublin-Sligo route, useful for wider regional connections.
Major transport hub offering rail and bus connections throughout the northwest.
Amenities
Small village services include convenience shopping, everyday provisions and local businesses.
Community venue hosting local activities, meetings and social events.
Popular local venue for meals, drinks and informal village socialising.
Casual local café provision serving residents, visitors and passing customers.
Popular heritage attraction recreating rural Irish life near Riverstown village.
Scenic nearby lake offering fishing, walking views and countryside recreation.
Nearby town provides supermarkets, pharmacies, banking and broader everyday services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established heritage attraction and local employer showcasing traditional rural Irish life.
Community Gaelic games club serving Riverstown and surrounding parish areas.
Local organisation supporting village events, facilities and community development.
Local angling community associated with the area’s rivers and nearby lakes.
Nearby football club providing youth and adult soccer opportunities in Ballymote.
Properties For Sale near Riverstown
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