About Balgriffin
Balgriffin is a mainly suburban and expanding residential area in north Dublin, positioned between the established communities of Clongriffin, Clarehall, Donaghmede and Kinsealy. It has a relatively modern, family-oriented feel, with newer housing estates alongside older village-style roads and open green spaces. Everyday shopping is centred on Clarehall Shopping Centre, where residents will find Tesco, Star Buys, McCabes Pharmacy and Clarehall Post Office, while larger retail and leisure choices are available towards Donaghmede, Malahide and Swords. Parkside Park provides an important local open space for walking, informal recreation and children’s play. Bus services connect the area with Dublin city, Dublin Airport and surrounding northside suburbs, while nearby Clongriffin railway station provides DART and commuter-rail access towards the city and beyond. Families have a range of primary and secondary schools in Balgriffin, Clongriffin, Belmayne, Donaghmede and Malahide, with further education options accessible across north Dublin. Local dining and evening options are spread through Clarehall, Donaghmede, Malahide and nearby coastal suburbs rather than concentrated in Balgriffin itself, with pubs, cafés and restaurants within a short drive or bus journey. The area also benefits from proximity to the coast, Malahide village and parks, and is convenient for commuting via the M50, M1 and Dublin Airport.
Property Market in Balgriffin
Based on 41 properties for sale in Balgriffin
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Balgriffin
Schools
Mixed post-primary school serving Balgriffin and surrounding north Dublin communities.
Modern post-primary school serving Clongriffin, Balgriffin and nearby communities.
Established primary school serving children in the Donaghmede and Ayrfield area.
Large mixed secondary school serving Malahide and surrounding north County Dublin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular routes connect Balgriffin with Clarehall, Donaghmede, the city and Dublin Airport.
Nearby DART and commuter services provide access towards Dublin city and north County Dublin.
Convenient northbound and southbound motorway access via nearby junctions.
Orbital motorway access is available west of Balgriffin through north Dublin.
Major international airport lies a short drive away via the M1 and local roads.
Amenities
Local green space for walking, informal recreation and family outdoor activities.
Convenient neighbourhood centre serving everyday retail, services, food and local errands.
Visit website ↗Supermarket providing groceries, household essentials and convenient everyday shopping.
Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, healthcare advice and personal-care products.
Neighbourhood post office handling postal, parcel and selected everyday counter services.
Visit website ↗Local value retailer offering household goods, seasonal products and everyday purchases.
Nearby coastal village with restaurants, cafés, pubs, boutiques and marina-side walks.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Cluster of local retailers and services supporting everyday life around Balgriffin.
Neighbouring community resources support residents, families and local activities.
Established rugby club offering playing and social opportunities near Malahide.
Coastal marina and waterfront area providing sailing, walks and nearby hospitality.
Nearby north Dublin and County Meath clubs provide Gaelic games and community sport.
Properties For Sale near Balgriffin
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