About Goatstown
Goatstown is a well-established south Dublin suburb in D14, positioned between Dundrum, Clonskeagh, Mount Merrion, Booterstown and Kilmacud. It has a largely residential character, with mature housing, leafy streets and a strong family and student presence linked to nearby University College Dublin. Mount Anville School and Convent is a notable local educational landmark, while other schools and colleges in the wider area add to the suburb’s appeal for families. Commuters can use frequent Dublin Bus services along Goatstown Road and nearby routes towards the city, Dundrum and UCD, with Luas Green Line stations at Windy Arbour and Dundrum also accessible. Local day-to-day shopping is centred on Goatstown and nearby Dundrum, where residents find supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pubs and extensive retail facilities. The area benefits from green spaces including Stone Park, while Deerpark, Airfield Estate and the larger grounds around UCD provide further options for walking and recreation. Nearby Dundrum Town Centre supplies cinemas, restaurants, shops and leisure facilities, and the village atmosphere of Stillorgan is also within easy reach. Goatstown is therefore a convenient, amenity-rich neighbourhood with good access to Dublin city, the south Dublin suburbs and the coast.
Property Market in Goatstown
Based on 35 properties for sale in Goatstown
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Goatstown
Schools
Independent girls’ school and convent campus on Goatstown Road.
Catholic boys’ secondary school serving families around Kilmacud and Goatstown.
Co-educational Catholic school campus near Goatstown and Dundrum.
Large university campus at Belfield, offering extensive academic and sporting facilities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent services connect Goatstown with UCD, Dundrum and Dublin city centre.
Green Line stop providing rail access towards Sandyford and central Dublin.
Green Line station beside Dundrum Town Centre and local shopping facilities.
Major southside corridor linking the area with the city and wider suburbs.
Regional road network access via nearby Sandyford and Leopardstown junctions.
Amenities
Local green space suitable for informal recreation, walking and family outings.
Major retail destination with shops, restaurants, cinema and leisure facilities.
Historic urban farm and gardens offering walks, food and family activities.
Popular riverside pub and dining venue near Milltown and Clonskeagh.
Extensive university sports facilities, pitches, courts and fitness provision.
Public library providing books, study space, events and community services.
Neighbouring shopping centre with supermarkets, cafés and everyday retail services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
University-based Gaelic games club with strong links to the local community.
Large campus sports operation offering facilities, clubs and fitness programmes.
Established athletics club providing training and competition for different age groups.
Nearby tennis club offering courts, coaching and organised club activities.
Concentration of national retailers, cafés, restaurants and services close to Goatstown.
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