Merrion Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Merrion
Merrion is a primarily residential coastal suburb on Dublin’s southside, within the A94 area and close to Booterstown, Donnybrook and Sandymount. It has a settled, leafy character, with substantial period homes alongside newer apartments and convenient access to Dublin Bay. Daily life is well suited to families and commuters: schools, neighbourhood services and larger shopping areas are all within easy reach, while Sandymount village and Donnybrook provide cafés, restaurants and pubs nearby. Merrion Road and the Stillorgan Road connect the area towards the city centre and south Dublin, and Booterstown and Sydney Parade DART stations offer useful rail links. Dublin Bus services also run along the main roads, with routes serving central Dublin, UCD and the southside suburbs. Residents have access to coastal walks, Sandymount Strand, Herbert Park and nearby sports facilities, while the Energy Centre provides local fitness and leisure provision. Education options include St. Nicholas Montessori School Merrion and several established primary and secondary schools in neighbouring Booterstown, Blackrock and Donnybrook. The area is also close to University College Dublin, Elm Park Golf and Sports Club, and the shops and services around Merrion Road and Sandymount village.
Property Market in Merrion
Based on 15 properties for sale in Merrion
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Merrion
Schools
Montessori education option serving young children in the Merrion area.
Established voluntary secondary school on Ailesbury Road near Ballsbridge.
Independent girls’ secondary school in Donnybrook with a long local history.
Well-known boys’ secondary school located across the nearby Booterstown boundary.
Large university campus in nearby Belfield, with extensive academic and sporting facilities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent coastal rail services connect south Dublin with the city centre and beyond.
Convenient DART station near Sandymount and Merrion Road residential areas.
Regular routes provide access towards central Dublin, UCD and southside suburbs.
Important corridors linking Merrion with Ballsbridge, the city centre and south county Dublin.
Southside routes provide practical cycling connections towards Sandymount, UCD and central Dublin.
Amenities
Local fitness and leisure facility serving residents around Merrion and nearby suburbs.
Popular Dublin Bay shoreline for walks, views and outdoor recreation.
Large landscaped park near Donnybrook with sports pitches, paths and gardens.
Neighbouring village offers independent cafés, restaurants, pubs and everyday services.
Convenient local centre providing shops and services on Merrion Road.
Major private hospital and healthcare facility nearby in Blackrock.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established nearby club providing golf, sporting activities and social facilities.
Visit website ↗Local cricket club contributing to the area’s established sporting community.
Convenient collection of retailers and services supporting everyday neighbourhood needs.
Independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs create a lively nearby village centre.
Extensive university clubs and facilities are accessible at the nearby Belfield campus.
Properties For Sale near Merrion
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