Churchtown Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Churchtown
Churchtown is an established south Dublin suburb in the D14 area, positioned between Dundrum, Milltown, Rathfarnham and Rathgar. It is primarily residential, with mature streets, leafy pockets and a settled, family-oriented feel, while the villages and shopping areas around it provide everyday convenience. Families have access to a strong choice of nearby primary and secondary schools, including schools in Churchtown, Rathfarnham, Rathgar and Dundrum. Commuters can use Dublin Bus services along the main roads, with Luas Green Line stations at Windy Arbour, Dundrum and Balally within convenient reach depending on the part of Churchtown. Nutgrove Shopping Centre provides supermarkets, services and food outlets, while Nutgrove Post Office and nearby Tesco help with routine errands. Local dining is varied, ranging from casual options such as McDonald’s and Burger King to cafés, restaurants and pubs in Dundrum, Rathgar and Rathfarnham. Leisure options include Marlay Park, Dodder Valley Park and the facilities around Dundrum, with walking and cycling routes linking several neighbouring districts. The area also benefits from established GAA, football and community clubs, and is close to landmarks such as Airfield Estate and UCD.
Property Market in Churchtown
Based on 54 properties for sale in Churchtown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Churchtown
Schools
Established local primary school serving Churchtown and surrounding south Dublin neighbourhoods.
Catholic senior primary school serving pupils from Churchtown and nearby areas.
Well-known secondary school in nearby Kilmacud, offering education for local families.
Independent co-educational school on the Ballinteer Road near Dundrum and Churchtown.
Jesuit boys’ secondary school in Ranelagh, accessible from Churchtown by bus.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent services connect Churchtown with the city centre, Rathmines, Dundrum and surrounding suburbs.
Green Line station providing direct northbound access towards central Dublin and southbound to Brides Glen.
Convenient Green Line station beside Dundrum Town Centre and extensive local bus connections.
Green Line station serving the Dundrum and Sandyford side of Churchtown.
Regional road network is reachable via Sandyford, Dundrum or Scholarstown interchanges.
Amenities
Neighbourhood shopping centre with retail services, food outlets and convenient local facilities.
Visit website ↗Supermarket providing groceries and household essentials close to Churchtown residents.
Local postal and everyday counter services within Nutgrove Shopping Centre.
Visit website ↗Casual fast-food restaurant beside the Nutgrove shopping and services area.
Quick-service restaurant offering familiar takeaway and dine-in options locally.
Large nearby park with walking routes, playing fields, gardens and weekend recreation.
Major shopping and leisure destination with restaurants, cafés, cinema and extensive retail.
Local community provision supporting activities, meetings and neighbourhood-based social programmes.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting activities and community participation for different ages.
Established nearby Gaelic games club with teams, coaching and strong community involvement.
Local athletics club offering training and competition for junior and senior members.
Historic Dundrum estate with gardens, farm activities, seasonal events and a café.
Cluster of local retailers, services and food outlets serving Churchtown and Rathfarnham.
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