About Kilrush
Kilrush is a historic coastal market town in west County Clare, on the Shannon Estuary and within the V15 routing area. It has a traditional, community-oriented feel, with a compact town centre, surrounding residential streets and easy access to attractive rural and shoreline landscapes. Families are served by local primary and secondary schools, while nearby villages provide further rural education options. The town’s main street offers everyday shopping, cafés, pubs and restaurants, with Kilrush Marina and the Vandeberge Gardens adding a distinctive waterside and heritage character. Transport is primarily road-based, with bus connections and the Killimer–Tarbert ferry nearby providing an important route across the Shannon to County Kerry. Local leisure includes walking, cycling, angling and boating, while Loop Head, Kilkee and the wider west Clare coast are accessible for day trips. Kilrush is well suited to residents seeking a quieter coastal lifestyle with practical town amenities, although commuting to larger employment centres generally requires a car.
Property Market in Kilrush
Based on 11 properties for sale in Kilrush
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kilrush
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Kilrush and surrounding west Clare communities.
Kilrush secondary school providing post-primary education and a broad community programme.
Nearby rural primary school serving families in Cooraclare and surrounding areas.
Post-primary school within west Clare, serving students from surrounding rural localities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local and regional buses connect Kilrush with Ennis, Kilkee and surrounding villages.
Shannon Estuary car ferry links nearby Killimer with Tarbert in County Kerry.
Regional road provides the principal road connection towards Kilkee, Ennis and west Clare.
Regional route connects Kilrush with Cooraclare, Kilmihil and inland west Clare.
Nearest mainline rail station, offering services towards Limerick, Galway and Dublin connections.
Amenities
Sheltered Shannon Estuary marina supporting boating, waterside walks and local marine activities.
Heritage gardens and woodland offering seasonal walks, events and family-friendly outdoor space.
Local library provides books, internet access, study facilities and community programming.
Map-listed local parking-ticket facility serving visitors and town-centre parking needs.
Map-listed cycling facility supporting bike hire, repairs or local cycling services.
Local golf club offering an established course and recreational facilities near town.
Traditional pubs, cafés and restaurants provide everyday dining and evening social options.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Important local marine hub supporting sailing, boating, fishing and estuary tourism.
Community golf club welcoming members and visitors to its west Clare course.
School-based sports, arts and community activities contribute to local youth life.
Local cycling services and routes support recreational riding around the estuary and coast.
Heritage site hosts events and supports local interest in Kilrush’s historic estate landscape.
Properties For Sale near Kilrush
Nearby Areas
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