About Castleknock
Castleknock is an established, leafy west Dublin suburb in Dublin 15, stretching around Castleknock village and the River Liffey, with Blanchardstown, Carpenterstown, Palmerstown, Abbotstown, Coolmine and the Strawberry Beds nearby. It combines mature residential estates and newer family housing with convenient access to Phoenix Park, the Royal Canal and the wider west Dublin area. Families are well served by local primary and secondary schools, including Saint Patrick's National School Diswellstown, while further education and school options are available across Castleknock, Carpenterstown and Blanchardstown. Commuters can use nearby railway stations at Castleknock and Coolmine, regular Dublin Bus services, and the N3 and M50 for journeys around the city and beyond. Castleknock village provides everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with additional convenience at Carpenterstown Shopping Centre and Laurel Lodge Shopping Centre. The area has strong leisure appeal, with Phoenix Park, the Royal Canal, local playing fields and sports facilities all close by. Notable local destinations include The Carpenter pub and restaurant, The Parks Medical Centre and the historic Parkside House, while nearby clubs and community facilities contribute to a settled, active neighbourhood atmosphere.
Property Market in Castleknock
Based on 45 properties for sale in Castleknock
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Castleknock
Schools
Local primary school serving families in Diswellstown and surrounding Castleknock residential areas.
Visit website ↗Mixed post-primary school serving Castleknock, Carpenterstown and surrounding Dublin 15 communities.
Visit website ↗Independent girls’ secondary school set beside the Phoenix Park in nearby Chapelizod.
Established primary school serving the Castleknock area and local surrounding estates.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin commuter rail station providing services towards city-centre stations and Maynooth.
Nearby commuter station on the Maynooth and M3 Parkway rail corridor.
Regular bus routes connect Castleknock with the city centre, Blanchardstown and neighbouring suburbs.
Strategic road links provide access towards central Dublin, the M50 and national routes.
Popular off-road route supporting walking and cycling towards central Dublin and west County Dublin.
Amenities
Convenient local centre with shops and services serving Carpenterstown and Castleknock households.
Neighbourhood shopping centre providing everyday retail and local services near Castleknock.
Popular local pub and dining venue with food, drinks and community atmosphere.
Local medical centre providing general healthcare services for surrounding Dublin 15 residents.
Early-years childcare facility serving families around Castleknock and Carpenterstown.
Extensive historic park nearby, offering walking, cycling, sports and open green space.
Compact village centre with independent cafés, eateries, pubs and everyday services.
Recognisable local house and venue close to Castleknock’s historic village setting.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Major local Gaelic games club offering sporting activities for children and adults.
Community tennis club providing courts, coaching and organised social play.
Established golf club offering an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities nearby.
Local football club supporting juvenile and adult teams across Dublin 15.
Community venue hosting local activities, classes, meetings and neighbourhood programmes.
Properties For Sale near Castleknock
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