About Booterstown
Booterstown is a well-established south Dublin suburb in the A94 area, positioned between Blackrock, Donnybrook, Merrion and Stillorgan, with Sandymount and the coast also close by. It is predominantly residential, combining mature streets, apartment developments and family homes with a convenient location between Dublin city and the south county suburbs. Blackrock provides the nearest substantial village centre, with shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and everyday services, while Stillorgan and Merrion offer further retail and leisure choices. Commuters are well served by nearby DART services at Blackrock and Booterstown stations, while Dublin Bus routes and the N11 corridor provide connections towards the city, UCD and south Dublin. Families have access to a broad selection of schools in the surrounding area, alongside specialist activities such as School of Rock. Residents can reach coastal walks at Sandymount Strand and Blackrock, as well as parks and sporting facilities around UCD, Donnybrook and Stillorgan. Local landmarks and amenities include Booterstown Marsh, the Blackrock area’s historic streets, Aldi, Blackrock Post Office and Butlers Chocolate Café, with a generally quiet, connected and amenity-rich suburban feel.
Property Market in Booterstown
Based on 71 properties for sale in Booterstown
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What’s in Booterstown
Schools
Music school offering instrument tuition and performance-focused lessons for children and adults.
Visit website ↗Established co-educational school on Booterstown Avenue with a strong academic and extracurricular programme.
Long-established Catholic secondary school near Blackrock, known for academics and extensive sporting activities.
Visit website ↗Preparatory school in Blackrock serving younger pupils in a traditional school setting.
Large south Dublin university campus with extensive teaching, research, sports and cultural facilities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗DART station providing frequent coastal rail services towards Dublin city and Bray.
Nearby DART station serving Booterstown and connecting northbound and southbound along the coast.
Frequent bus services link the area with central Dublin, UCD and south county suburbs.
Major radial route providing access towards Dublin city, Stillorgan and the M50.
Important local route connecting Booterstown with Blackrock, Donnybrook and the coast.
Amenities
Local postal and everyday counter-service facility in nearby Blackrock village.
Visit website ↗Popular chocolate café offering drinks, sweet treats and informal daytime seating.
Visit website ↗Valuable coastal wetland habitat beside Dublin Bay, popular for birdwatching and walks.
Large coastal park with open lawns, paths, sports areas and family-friendly recreation.
Visit website ↗Independent market and retail destination with vintage goods, food and small businesses.
Visit website ↗Recognisable local building associated with Booterstown’s residential and institutional surroundings.
Notable local property reflecting the area’s established suburban architectural character.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established local rugby club offering playing and community opportunities across age groups.
Large university sports complex with gyms, pitches, courts and aquatic facilities nearby.
Community bowling club providing organised lawn bowling and social activities.
Collection of small traders offering food, vintage items, crafts and distinctive local shopping.
Local music business providing lessons, rehearsal opportunities and performance experience.
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