Clontarf Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Clontarf
Clontarf is an established, leafy coastal suburb on Dublin’s northside, running along Dublin Bay between the city and the Howth Road corridor. It has a settled, community-oriented feel, with attractive Victorian and later residential streets, seafront views and easy access to the promenade and Fairview Park. The area is well served by primary and secondary schools, including St John’s National School, Belgrove National School and Mount Temple Comprehensive School, while nearby DCU adds further education options. Commuters can use Dublin Bus services, the DART at Clontarf Road and nearby Killester, or cycle into the city along the coast; the Dublin Port Tunnel and East-Link provide useful road connections. Local life centres on Vernon Avenue and the surrounding streets, with cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs, supermarkets and everyday services close to homes. Residents also have the coast, St Anne’s Park, Fairview Park and the Bull Island nature area nearby for walking, sport and recreation. Clontarf is particularly noted for its strong sporting culture, including Clontarf Rugby Club, Clontarf Cricket Club and local GAA activity, while landmarks such as Clontarf Castle add to the area’s sense of identity.
Property Market in Clontarf
Based on 40 properties for sale in Clontarf
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What’s in Clontarf
Schools
Established primary school serving local families near the seafront community.
Well-known local primary school on Seafield Road in Clontarf.
Longstanding primary school serving children from Clontarf and surrounding districts.
Visit website ↗Co-educational secondary school on the Malahide Road near Clontarf.
Catholic boys’ secondary school located nearby on Griffith Avenue.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent DART trains connect northside suburbs, the city centre and south Dublin.
Nearby DART station providing another convenient coastal rail connection.
Regular buses link Clontarf with Dublin city centre, Raheny and Howth.
Popular cycling connections run beside Dublin Bay towards the city and Bull Island.
Fast strategic road connection from the northside towards Dublin Port and city routes.
Amenities
Small local green space providing an attractive break among Clontarf’s residential streets.
Community-centre facility serving local activities and neighbourhood services.
Popular waterside walking route with bay views, benches and open-air recreation.
Large nearby park with gardens, sports facilities, playgrounds and walking paths.
Clontarf’s main local centre, with cafés, restaurants, shops and everyday services.
Visit website ↗Popular seafront pub and restaurant overlooking Dublin Bay and Bull Island.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent rugby club with senior, youth and community sporting programmes.
Long-established cricket club based at Castle Avenue with extensive local membership.
Community Gaelic games club supporting hurling, football and youth participation.
Sailing and watersports club based on the Dublin Bay shoreline.
Local tennis club offering courts, coaching and organised community competition.
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