Cloonboo, Galway

Cloonboo Neighbourhood Guide

Galway

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About Cloonboo

Cloonboo is a rural Galway locality north-east of Galway city, in the wider parish and community area around Annaghdown, Corrandulla and Claregalway. It has a settled countryside character, with one-off homes, farms and small clusters of housing rather than a conventional village centre, while the city and larger villages provide most everyday services. Residents generally travel by car, using the N83 and N84 corridors for Galway, Tuam and nearby settlements; commuting times can vary considerably with peak traffic on the approaches to the city. Local education is provided by nearby primary schools, with secondary-school choices and further services available in Galway, Claregalway and Tuam. Shopping is typically done in Claregalway, Galway or larger supermarkets along the main routes, while nearby rural pubs and community venues provide social outlets; the wider area also offers cafés, restaurants and hotel dining. Outdoor life centres on the countryside, local GAA activity and access to amenities around Corrandulla, Annaghdown and Claregalway, with Lough Corrib and the surrounding landscape close by. Cloonboo suits residents looking for a quieter rural setting while remaining within practical reach of Galway’s employment, healthcare, retail and cultural facilities.

Property Market in Cloonboo

Based on 7 properties for sale in Cloonboo

€400,000
Median asking price
avg €401,800
€140k – €639k
Price range
4
Avg bedrooms
4
Avg bathrooms
217 m²
Avg floor area
D1
Most common BER
2
New listings
last 3 months

Property types

5 (71%)
Site2 (29%)

Bedrooms

3 bed2 (40%)
4 bed1 (20%)
5+ bed2 (40%)

New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.

What’s in Cloonboo

Schools

primary

Local primary school serving children from Cloonboo and surrounding rural communities.

primary

Nearby primary school serving families in the Corrandulla and wider north Galway area.

primary

Primary school in Claregalway offering an alternative, inclusive education setting.

secondary

Claregalway secondary school serving students from surrounding Galway rural areas.

secondary

Secondary school option within the wider north-east Galway catchment area.

road

Main northbound route linking nearby communities with Galway city and Tuam.

road

Important regional route providing access towards Galway, Headford and northern villages.

bus

Regional buses connect Claregalway with Galway city, Tuam and surrounding destinations.

bus

Frequent city services are accessible by travelling towards Claregalway or Galway.

rail

City-centre station providing train connections to Athenry, Dublin and wider destinations.

Amenities

hotel and restaurant

Hotel, restaurant and events venue serving Claregalway and surrounding communities.

landmark

Historic medieval castle and cultural venue beside the River Clare.

community centre

Local venue hosting community activities, meetings and recreational events.

sports facility

Nearby grounds supporting Gaelic games and community sporting activity.

shopping

Convenient local cluster of shops, food outlets and everyday services.

leisure

Large nearby lake offering scenic surroundings, angling, boating and outdoor recreation.

healthcare and shopping

Broader hospitals, supermarkets, shopping centres and services lie within driving distance.

Local Clubs & Businesses

sports club

Local Gaelic games club supporting youth and adult participation in the community.

sports club

Established neighbouring club offering Gaelic football and community sporting activities.

sports club

Local club providing Gaelic games, juvenile teams and community involvement.

community group

Community organisation supporting local events, activities and social initiatives.

local businesses

Independent cafés, pubs, shops and services supporting everyday needs nearby.

Nearby Areas

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