About Killimor
Killimor is a small rural village in east County Galway, in the H53 area, positioned between the larger settlements of Portumna, Ballinasloe and Loughrea. Its character is quiet, close-knit and agricultural, with scattered countryside, bogland and farmland surrounding a compact village centre. Day-to-day life is practical and community-focused, with local primary education and nearby secondary schools serving families across the wider parish. The village has traditional pubs and small local services, while a broader choice of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, healthcare and shopping is available in Portumna, Ballinasloe and Loughrea. Road travel is the main commuting option, with the N65 providing access towards Portumna and Borrisokane and connections west towards Loughrea and Galway; rail users generally travel to Ballinasloe station. Recreation is centred on Gaelic games, local clubs, walking and the surrounding countryside, with Lough Derg and the amenities of Portumna within a reasonable drive. Killimor suits residents seeking a peaceful village base, space and community ties rather than an urban lifestyle, while Galway city and larger employment centres require a longer commute.
Property Market in Killimor
Based on 6 properties for sale in Killimor
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Killimor
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Killimor and surrounding rural communities.
Visit website ↗Mixed secondary school option within commuting distance across the county boundary.
Established secondary school in Ballinasloe, offering a broad post-primary programme.
Mixed post-primary school serving Ballinasloe and surrounding east Galway communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route linking Killimor with Portumna, Borrisokane and east Galway.
Local regional road connecting Killimor with Eyrecourt and surrounding villages.
Mainline station with trains towards Galway, Athlone, Dublin and intermediate destinations.
Rural services provide limited connections to nearby towns and regional transport hubs.
Road journey to Galway generally involves connecting through Loughrea or Ballinasloe.
Amenities
Traditional local pubs provide refreshments and an important social meeting point.
Venue for local activities, meetings, classes and parish or community events.
Nearby town offering supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banking and everyday services.
Extensive woodland and lakeside recreation area with walking and cycling opportunities.
Historic castle and formal gardens forming one of the area’s best-known attractions.
Swimming, fitness and leisure facilities serving residents around south-east Galway.
Central local landmarks reflecting the village’s parish and community identity.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the parish.
Local volunteer organisation involved in village projects, events and community activities.
Volunteer group maintaining public spaces and promoting the village’s appearance.
Nearby Gaelic games club offering a wider range of sporting activity and facilities.
Local golf club set in the countryside near Lough Derg and Portumna.
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