Model Farm Road Neighbourhood Guide
Cork
About Model Farm Road
Model Farm Road is a well-established residential area on Cork’s western side, running between Bishopstown, Wilton, Curraheen and Carrigrohane, with Sundays Well and the city centre nearby. Its character is leafy and suburban, combining mature housing, student and family accommodation, schools, healthcare facilities and convenient access to University College Cork and Cork University Hospital. Education is a strong feature, with the Schools’ Resource Centre on Model Farm Road and several established schools and colleges within a short journey. Victoria Station and Cork’s wider city bus network provide public-transport options, while the N22, Model Farm Road and nearby South Ring Road make commuting by car straightforward towards the city, Ballincollig and employment areas in the west. Everyday shopping is well served by nearby Bishopstown and Wilton, including supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and other services. Residents can reach bars and dining in Bishopstown, Wilton, the city centre and nearby villages, while Fitzgerald Park, the Lee Fields and local sports facilities provide attractive leisure choices. The area also benefits from its proximity to UCC, Cork University Hospital, University Hospital Kerry? and major sports and community facilities, making it a practical base for students, professionals and families.
Property Market in Model Farm Road
Based on 21 properties for sale in Model Farm Road
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What’s in Model Farm Road
Schools
Education support and resource facility located directly on Model Farm Road.
Major university campus with extensive academic, cultural and sporting facilities nearby.
Established secondary school serving boys in the Bishopstown area.
Educational provision associated with Cork University Hospital and its young patients.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Cork city rail station providing regional services towards Cobh, Midleton and Mallow.
Local and city-bound buses connect the road with Bishopstown, UCC and central Cork.
Accessible via Western Road, Wilton and regular public-transport routes.
Useful strategic routes towards Ballincollig, Kinsale Road and Cork’s wider suburbs.
Amenities
Major regional hospital and significant employment centre beside Model Farm Road.
Convenient retail centre with supermarkets, shops, cafés and everyday services.
Visit website ↗Popular local venue offering food, drinks and an informal meeting place.
Riverside city park with gardens, walking paths, playground and Cork Public Museum.
Popular riverside area for walking, running and outdoor recreation near Carrigrohane.
Local-history museum in Fitzgerald Park, covering Cork’s civic and archaeological heritage.
Nearby suburban centre with coffee shops, takeaways, restaurants and practical amenities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Extensive university sports facilities and clubs accessible from the surrounding neighbourhood.
Established Gaelic games club serving the Bishopstown and western Cork community.
Visit website ↗Historic Cork rugby club based at Temple Hill, a short journey from Model Farm Road.
Well-known rugby club with strong youth and adult participation in western Cork.
Large nearby medical campus supporting shops, services, employment and professional activity.
Properties For Sale near Model Farm Road
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