About Kilcolgan
Kilcolgan is a small village in south County Galway, positioned on the N67 between Galway city and the coastal communities of Kinvara and Ballyvaughan. It has a mainly rural, village-based character, with homes and businesses gathered around the crossroads and the surrounding countryside stretching towards Galway Bay and the Burren. Daily life is relatively peaceful, while the village’s location makes it popular with commuters travelling towards Galway, Oranmore, Gort and the wider east Galway area. Local services include village shops, a post office and places to eat and meet, with further shopping, healthcare and hospitality available in nearby Oranmore, Clarinbridge and Gort. Families use Kilcolgan National School and nearby primary and secondary schools, while Galway city provides the broadest choice of further education and employment. Bus services on the Galway–Gort corridor provide public transport, although many households rely on cars for commuting and errands; the M18 is accessible via nearby junctions. Recreation centres on the surrounding countryside, walking routes and the coast, with local GAA activity and nearby clubs adding to community life. The village is also within easy reach of notable destinations including Coole Park, Dunguaire Castle and the Galway Bay coastline.
Property Market in Kilcolgan
Based on 4 properties for sale in Kilcolgan
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kilcolgan
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilcolgan and surrounding south Galway communities.
Nearby primary school serving Clarinbridge and neighbouring rural areas.
Mixed secondary school offering broad education and extracurricular activities in nearby Gort.
Mixed post-primary school in Athenry, accessible for families across east Galway.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route through Kilcolgan, connecting Galway city with Kinvara and north Clare.
Nearby motorway provides quicker journeys south towards Gort, Ennis and Limerick.
Regional buses link Kilcolgan with Galway, Oranmore, Gort and intermediate villages.
Galway transport hub offers onward rail and coach connections across Ireland.
Amenities
Convenient local services for everyday groceries, postal needs and household essentials.
Well-known nearby seafood restaurant and traditional venue at Kilcolgan village.
Visit website ↗Local pub and food venue providing a familiar meeting place in Kilcolgan.
Village facility used for local gatherings, activities, classes and community events.
Historic parkland near Gort offering woodland walks, trails and family-friendly outdoor space.
Picturesque Kinvara castle and visitor attraction overlooking Galway Bay.
Nearby town provides supermarkets, cafés, pharmacies, healthcare and additional everyday services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games organisation supporting community sport and youth participation.
Community organisation involved in local events, facilities and village activities.
Young-farmers organisation reflecting the area’s rural and agricultural community.
Established local hospitality business known for seafood and its Kilcolgan setting.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Kilcolgan
Nearby Areas
About this guide: This neighbourhood guide includes content generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence and images sourced from third-party platforms including Wikipedia. While we aim for accuracy, details such as local amenities, transport links, schools, and property data may change or contain errors. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent verification. MyHome.ie accepts no liability for inaccuracies, omissions, or decisions made in reliance on this content.