About Blackrock
Blackrock is an established coastal suburb in south Dublin, within Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown, situated between Booterstown and Monkstown and close to Stillorgan, Deansgrange and Dún Laoghaire. It has a settled, village-like centre around Main Street and Blackrock Village, alongside attractive residential streets, period homes and convenient access to the coast. Blackrock Station provides frequent DART services towards Dublin city and south to Bray, while Dublin Bus routes and the N11 corridor support commuting to the city, UCD and south county Dublin. Local education includes primary and secondary schools in the wider Blackrock and Booterstown area, as well as specialist provision such as School of Rock. Residents have everyday shopping at Aldi, Blackrock Shopping Centre and independent shops, with Bookstation and Blackrock Post Office among recognisable local conveniences. The centre is known for cafés, restaurants, wine bars and traditional pubs, with nearby Monkstown and Dún Laoghaire adding further choice. Temple Park and the nearby coastal walks provide green and open space, while Blackrock Park, the seafront and DART-accessible amenities broaden leisure options. The area also benefits from proximity to UCD, the People's Park in Dún Laoghaire and a wide range of sports clubs and community organisations across south Dublin.
Property Market in Blackrock
Based on 51 properties for sale in Blackrock
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What’s in Blackrock
Schools
Music tuition and performance-focused education for children, teenagers and aspiring musicians.
Visit website ↗Established primary school serving families in the Blackrock and Booterstown area.
Co-educational secondary school with a broad curriculum and strong local presence.
Well-known fee-paying secondary school on its historic south Dublin campus.
Visit website ↗Independent co-educational school located nearby in Booterstown.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗DART station offering frequent services towards Dublin city, Howth and Bray.
Regular services connect the village with Dublin city, UCD and south county Dublin.
Major radial route providing access towards Dublin city, the M50 and south suburbs.
Local coastal corridor linking Blackrock with Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire and Booterstown.
Amenities
Local green space suitable for everyday walks, play and informal recreation.
Convenient parking serving the village centre’s shops and nearby everyday services.
Independent bookshop offering books, stationery and gifts in central Blackrock.
Visit website ↗Discount supermarket providing convenient weekly grocery shopping close to the centre.
Visit website ↗Local postal and everyday counter services for residents and nearby businesses.
Visit website ↗Compact local centre with cafés, restaurants, wine bars and traditional pubs.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community rugby club offering playing and social opportunities across age groups.
Established local rugby club with senior, youth and community participation.
Longstanding bowls club providing recreational and competitive local activities.
Member-owned financial cooperative serving residents and local community members.
Visit website ↗Popular local market venue featuring independent traders, food and vintage finds.
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