About Rush
Rush is a coastal town in north County Dublin, set on a peninsula between the Irish Sea and Rogerstown Estuary, with beaches, farmland and a long-established town centre. It has a settled, community-oriented feel, combining family housing with older cottages, newer estates and an active fishing and horticultural tradition. Local families have access to several primary schools and nearby secondary education, while Rush National School and Ros Eo Community Centre and Preschool support younger children. Rush railway station provides a useful commuter connection towards Dublin, and buses link the town with neighbouring Lusk, Skerries, Donabate and the wider north Dublin area; Station Road is the main local transport corridor. Everyday shopping, cafés, takeaways, pubs and restaurants are concentrated around the town centre, with larger retail choices available in nearby Swords and Balbriggan. The coastline, Rush South Beach and North Beach offer walking, swimming and water-based recreation, while Hand Park and other neighbourhood green spaces provide local play and leisure areas. Residents also benefit from community facilities, sports clubs and easy access to landmarks and amenities in Skerries, Loughshinny, Lusk and Donabate.
Property Market in Rush
Based on 44 properties for sale in Rush
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Rush
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Rush and surrounding north Dublin communities.
Visit website ↗Primary education option serving the Rush area and nearby rural hinterland.
Small nearby primary school serving families around Loughshinny and north County Dublin.
Mixed post-primary school in Balbriggan, accessible from Rush by road and public transport.
Mixed secondary school serving Skerries and surrounding coastal communities near Rush.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin commuter rail station connecting Rush and Lusk with Malahide, Connolly and Pearse.
Key local road providing access between Rush town, the railway station and surrounding routes.
Local and regional buses connect Rush with Lusk, Skerries, Donabate and Swords.
North Dublin regional route linking Rush with Lusk, Skerries and neighbouring towns.
Major northbound and southbound motorway access available via nearby Balbriggan and Swords.
Amenities
Neighbourhood green space providing informal recreation and outdoor play opportunities.
Residential green area offering open space within Rush’s established neighbourhoods.
Local public open space serving nearby homes and families.
Neighbourhood amenity area providing greenery and informal outdoor space.
Community facility combining preschool provision with local activities and services.
Popular sandy beach suited to walking, swimming and enjoying coastal views.
Local centre with convenience shops, cafés, takeaways, pubs and everyday services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing youth and adult sporting opportunities.
Coastal club supporting sailing and water-based activities on Rush’s shoreline.
Gaelic games club serving local families through juvenile and adult teams.
Working coastal harbour reflecting the town’s fishing and maritime character.
Local community organisation involved in supporting activities and neighbourhood interests.
Properties For Sale near Rush
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