About Sandymount
Sandymount is a sought-after coastal village in south Dublin, within easy reach of Ballsbridge, Irishtown, Merrion and Booterstown. Its character is largely residential, with attractive Victorian and Edwardian homes, quieter roads and a lively village centre around Sandymount Green. Residents have the seafront and Sandymount Strand close by, with broad views across Dublin Bay and pleasant opportunities for walking, although tides and currents mean the beach is not generally suitable for swimming. The area is well served by nearby schools, including St Matthew’s National School and St Mary’s Primary School, with further secondary and third-level options accessible across the southside. Commuters can use Sandymount DART station, nearby bus routes and the coastal road network, while the city centre and business districts around Ballsbridge are readily reachable by public transport, bicycle or car. Sandymount village provides everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants, pubs and services, complemented by larger retail at nearby Tesco and Centre Point. Local leisure includes Sandymount Strand, Herbert Park and Ringsend Park, while the wider area benefits from proximity to the Aviva Stadium, RDS, Merrion Square and Dublin Bay.
Property Market in Sandymount
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What’s in Sandymount
Schools
Catholic primary school serving families in the Sandymount and Irishtown area.
Local primary school located close to Sandymount village and the seafront.
Independent girls’ secondary school in nearby Donnybrook, with a strong academic reputation.
Jesuit boys’ secondary school in nearby Ballsbridge, serving day and boarding pupils.
Visit website ↗Major university campus in Belfield, accessible from Sandymount by bus and bicycle.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Coastal DART station providing frequent services towards Dublin city, Howth and Bray.
Local station-area landmark beside Sandymount’s DART connection and surrounding residential streets.
Regular routes connect Sandymount with the city centre, Ballsbridge, Donnybrook and Blackrock.
Coastal route linking Sandymount with Irishtown, Merrion and Dublin’s southern suburbs.
Main orbital road reachable by car via south Dublin routes and nearby junctions.
Amenities
Wide tidal beach offering scenic walks, sea views and a distinctive Dublin Bay setting.
Visit website ↗Central village green beside shops, cafés, restaurants and local community activity.
Convenient supermarket supporting everyday grocery shopping in the village.
Visit website ↗Local medical centre providing general healthcare services for residents and families.
Nearby retail and service destination serving Sandymount and surrounding south Dublin neighbourhoods.
Large Ballsbridge park with gardens, sports pitches, walks and a popular weekend market.
Established seafront-area hotel with accommodation, dining and event facilities.
Neighbourhood pub offering drinks and a relaxed social setting near Sandymount village.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established local tennis club offering courts, coaching and community-based competitive play.
Local venue hosting activities, classes and events for residents of different ages.
Village-centre mix of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday local services.
Major Ballsbridge venue hosting exhibitions, sporting events, concerts and the annual Dublin Horse Show.
Visit website ↗Nearby national stadium hosting rugby, football and major concerts beside Lansdowne Road.
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