About Rathfarnham
Rathfarnham is a well-established south Dublin suburb in the D16 area, lying between Churchtown, Dundrum, Ballinteer, Knocklyon, Ballyboden and Templeogue. It has a settled, family-oriented character, with mature residential streets, period homes and newer developments around a lively village centre. Education is well represented by local primary and secondary schools, while the nearby School playground and community facilities add to its practical appeal for families. Bus services provide the main public-transport connection towards the city centre and south Dublin, and the M50 is readily accessible for longer commutes; Dundrum Luas is also within reach by bus or car. Everyday shopping is convenient, with Tesco, Rathfarnham Shopping Centre and Rosemount Shopping Centre serving the area. Rathfarnham village has cafés, restaurants, independent shops and traditional pubs, while larger retail and leisure choices are available in Dundrum. Residents also have access to green spaces and walking routes around Bushy Park, St Enda’s Park and Rathfarnham Castle, creating a pleasant balance between suburban convenience and outdoor recreation.
Property Market in Rathfarnham
Based on 53 properties for sale in Rathfarnham
Property types
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What’s in Rathfarnham
Schools
A mapped school-related facility serving local children and families in Rathfarnham.
Established Catholic boys’ primary school serving families in the Rathfarnham area.
Catholic girls’ primary school providing local mainstream primary education.
Well-known girls’ secondary school located near Rathfarnham village and Dublin’s southside suburbs.
Independent secondary school and former Augustinian college near neighbouring Terenure.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent services connect Rathfarnham with the city centre and surrounding south Dublin suburbs.
Nearby Green Line stop offering rail access towards central Dublin and south county Dublin.
Convenient orbital motorway access for journeys across Dublin and towards regional routes.
Important north-south road linking the village with Terenure, Dundrum and the city.
Useful cross-suburban route connecting Rathfarnham with Templeogue and Terenure.
Amenities
Convenient supermarket provision for weekly shopping and everyday household essentials.
Visit website ↗Local shopping centre with retail, services and convenient community-oriented amenities.
Neighbourhood shopping destination serving residents around Rathfarnham and nearby suburbs.
Large riverside park offering walking paths, sports areas, playgrounds and open lawns.
Historic castle and visitor attraction set within landscaped grounds near the village.
Visit website ↗Recognisable local building and mapped amenity within the Rathfarnham area.
Local parks-service facility associated with maintenance of nearby public open spaces.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club providing sporting activities for local children and adults.
Local school community contributing to family and neighbourhood life in Rathfarnham.
Independent meeting places supporting everyday socialising, coffee and casual dining.
Historic parkland and former school setting offering walks, gardens and cultural interest.
Visit website ↗Major nearby retail and leisure destination with shops, restaurants, cinema and services.
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