About Finglas
Finglas is a large, established north-west Dublin suburb in Dublin 11, extending from the Finglas Road towards Ballymun, Glasnevin, Cabra and the M50 corridor. It has a strongly residential character, with a mix of mature estates, newer developments, terraced housing and apartment schemes, alongside industrial and commercial areas around North Park and Cappagh. Everyday life is practical and community-focused, with local shops, supermarkets, cafés, takeaways, pubs and services concentrated around Finglas Village, Charlestown and the main roads. Charlestown Shopping Centre provides additional retail, while nearby amenities include Lanesborough Park Charlestown, Grove Park Road green spaces and the wider recreational facilities of north-west Dublin. The area is well placed for commuting by bus into the city centre and towards Ballymun, Blanchardstown and the airport, while the M50 and N2 are readily accessible by car. Families have several primary and post-primary options in and around Finglas, with further schools and third-level campuses available in Glasnevin and the city. Local clubs, community organisations and GAA and football facilities contribute to an active neighbourhood atmosphere, and landmarks such as Glasnevin Cemetery, the National Botanic Gardens and Croke Park are within a relatively short journey.
Property Market in Finglas
Based on 72 properties for sale in Finglas
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Finglas
Schools
Community secondary school serving students from Finglas and surrounding north-west Dublin neighbourhoods.
Local primary school providing boys' education within the established Finglas community.
Senior primary school serving families in the Finglas area.
Primary school serving the neighbouring St Margaret's and north Dublin communities.
Driving tuition provider listed locally, offering practical learner-driver instruction.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major radial route linking Finglas with Phibsborough, the city centre and surrounding suburbs.
Frequent routes connect Finglas with Dublin city centre, Ballymun and nearby districts.
Strategic orbital route giving road access across Dublin and towards national routes.
Important northbound route towards Dublin Airport, Ashbourne and north County Dublin.
Nearby planned Luas Finglas extension area; existing Red Line stops require a connecting journey.
Amenities
Convenient local shopping centre with supermarkets, services, food outlets and everyday retailers.
Visit website ↗Neighbourhood green space providing outdoor amenity for nearby residents and families.
Residential area with local green spaces and access to everyday Finglas amenities.
Visit website ↗Recognisable local business serving residents with everyday goods and services.
Established commercial and industrial estate containing trade, logistics and service businesses.
Local company based in the North Park commercial area of Finglas.
Local centre offering casual dining, coffee, takeaway food and traditional neighbourhood pubs.
Local Clubs & Businesses
GAA club providing Gaelic games and community sporting activities locally.
Community football club supporting youth and adult participation across local teams.
Youth and community facility supporting activities, services and local engagement.
Local sports and fitness facility offering exercise, recreation and community programmes.
Cluster of local employers, trade counters and commercial services near Cappagh Road.
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