Listowel Neighbourhood Guide
Kerry
About Listowel
Listowel is a historic market town in north County Kerry, set on the River Feale and serving a wide rural hinterland including Lixnaw, Moyvane, Ballylongford, Lisselton and Duagh. It has a lively, community-minded character, combining traditional town-centre streets with established residential areas and convenient everyday services. Families have access to local primary education and Presentation Secondary School, while Listowel also has a strong literary and cultural identity, reflected in its annual Writers’ Week and town events. The centre provides independent shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with a welcoming evening atmosphere rather than a large-town nightlife scene. Listowel Community Centre and Base Gym Listowel support indoor sport, fitness and community activities, while the Feale and surrounding countryside provide opportunities for walking, angling and outdoor recreation. Bus Éireann services connect the town with Tralee, Limerick and other north Kerry destinations, and the N69 and N23 provide useful road links for regional commuting. The town is particularly practical for residents who value local amenities and community life, although travel to larger employment, retail and healthcare centres may be necessary for some specialised needs.
Property Market in Listowel
Based on 42 properties for sale in Listowel
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Listowel
Schools
Established secondary school serving students from Listowel and the surrounding north Kerry area.
Visit website ↗Gaelscoil-style primary education option serving children in the Listowel area.
Visit website ↗Local primary school providing education for boys within the town community.
Primary school serving local families, with established links to Listowel’s schools community.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Town bus connections provide regional travel towards Tralee, Limerick and surrounding communities.
Regional route linking Listowel with Tralee, Tarbert, Ballylongford and north Kerry destinations.
Key approach route connecting Listowel towards Castleisland, Tralee and the wider Kerry road network.
Regional service connecting Listowel with Limerick and intermediate towns, subject to timetable.
Nearby Shannon Estuary ferry provides a practical connection towards County Clare and the west.
Amenities
Local venue offering community facilities, indoor activities, classes and recreational programmes.
Town fitness facility providing gym equipment, training support and exercise programmes.
Well-preserved historic castle beside the River Feale and a notable town attraction.
Visit website ↗Green riverside park with walking space, open areas and family-friendly outdoor recreation.
Cultural attraction celebrating Listowel’s literary heritage and connections with Irish writers.
Central hotel with dining and drinks, located close to the main town streets.
Traditional Listowel pub offering an established local meeting place and drinks.
Popular annual food event highlighting local producers, cooking and the town’s culinary community.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club providing sport and community participation for all ages.
Local association football club with teams and activities serving the surrounding community.
Major literary festival bringing writers, readers, talks and performances to the town annually.
Community organisation supporting local families through services, activities and development programmes.
Well-known local race meeting contributing strongly to Listowel’s identity and visitor economy.
Properties For Sale near Listowel
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