About Arbour Hill
Arbour Hill is a compact, historic inner-city neighbourhood in Dublin 7, immediately beside Stoneybatter and close to Smithfield and the Phoenix Park. It has a settled residential feel, with traditional terraces, apartment schemes and quiet streets around the former military quarter and Arbour Hill Cemetery. The area is well placed for city-centre living: Dublin city centre, the quays and the legal and cultural quarter are within walking or cycling distance. Families have access to nearby primary and secondary schools, while third-level institutions including TU Dublin Grangegorman are readily accessible. Public transport is strong, with frequent Dublin Bus services, Luas stops at Smithfield and Museum, and easy access to Heuston Station; the Luas red line also connects towards the city centre and the south-west suburbs. Stoneybatter provides much of the local social life, including well-regarded pubs, cafés, restaurants and independent shops, while Smithfield adds the Lighthouse Cinema, the Cobblestone and a broad mix of dining options. Residents are also close to the Phoenix Park for walking, running and recreation, with local landmarks including the National Museum of Ireland – Decorative Arts & History at Collins Barracks and the historic Arbour Hill Cemetery.
Property Market in Arbour Hill
Based on 2 properties for sale in Arbour Hill
Property types
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What’s in Arbour Hill
Schools
Specialist educational provision, accessible from Dublin 7 by public transport.
Boys’ secondary school in nearby Ballyfermot, serving post-primary pupils.
Large university campus offering further and higher education near Arbour Hill.
Mixed, multi-denominational secondary school in the nearby Grangegorman area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Red Line stop linking Smithfield with the city centre and Tallaght or Saggart.
Convenient Red Line stop beside Collins Barracks and the River Liffey.
Frequent services connect Dublin 7 with the city centre and wider suburbs.
Intercity, commuter rail and Luas connections are a short walk away.
Nearby arterial routes provide links towards the M50 and western Dublin.
Amenities
Famous traditional music pub in Smithfield, known for live sessions.
Independent cinema in Smithfield screening mainstream, arthouse and international films.
Extensive city park nearby, offering walking, cycling, sports and open green space.
Museum at Collins Barracks with major collections of Irish decorative arts.
Popular local dining quarter with independent coffee shops, eateries and casual restaurants.
Public leisure facilities serving residents around the Grangegorman area.
Historic cemetery and memorial site associated with the 1916 Rising.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local business network supporting events, trading and community activity in Stoneybatter.
Gaelic games club serving the wider Dublin 7 community.
Historic Dublin football club based at Dalymount Park in nearby Phibsborough.
Well-known Stoneybatter pub popular for informal drinks and neighbourhood gatherings.
Popular Stoneybatter restaurant serving relaxed Italian-inspired food and brunch.
Nearby Areas
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