About Roscrea
Roscrea is a historic market town in County Tipperary, close to the Offaly border and positioned between Thurles and Birr. It has a practical, community-focused character, with established residential areas, a compact town centre and surrounding rural countryside. Everyday life is centred on the town’s shops, cafés, pubs and services, while Dublin, Limerick and the Midlands are accessible by road and rail for commuting or occasional city trips. Families have local primary and secondary education options, including St Joseph’s National School Corville, with further schools and colleges available in nearby towns. Roscrea’s heritage is a notable part of its identity, particularly Roscrea Castle, Damer House and the remains of the monastic site at St Cronan’s. Residents also have access to sports clubs, community facilities and green spaces, while the nearby Slieve Bloom area offers walking and outdoor recreation. Local dining and social life include established venues such as Parker’s on Main, alongside pubs and cafés around the town centre.
Property Market in Roscrea
Based on 18 properties for sale in Roscrea
Property types
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What’s in Roscrea
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Roscrea and surrounding communities.
Independent secondary school located at Mount St Joseph Abbey near Roscrea.
Specialist educational provision serving pupils from Roscrea and the wider area.
Local post-primary school providing broad second-level education and community links.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Rail station on the Dublin–Limerick line, with services towards Ballybrophy and Nenagh.
Major motorway connection via nearby exits towards Dublin, Limerick and the Midlands.
Regional bus links connect Roscrea with nearby towns and larger centres.
National secondary route running through town towards Birr and towns eastwards.
Nearby interchange station offering additional Dublin–Limerick rail connections.
Amenities
Established town-centre venue for meals, drinks and informal local dining.
Local retail and services destination serving everyday shopping needs in Roscrea.
Well-known medieval castle and heritage attraction beside the town centre.
Historic house and landscaped grounds forming part of Roscrea’s heritage quarter.
Important early Christian and medieval heritage site within the historic town.
Public library providing books, study space, events and community services.
Local leisure facility supporting swimming, fitness and recreational activities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local association football club with teams and activities for different ages.
Community rugby club serving players and families across the surrounding district.
Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community sporting activities.
Local business network supporting town-centre commerce and economic activity.
Recognisable local hospitality business in Roscrea’s central commercial area.
Properties For Sale near Roscrea
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