About Kildare Town
Kildare Town is a historic market town in County Kildare, set between the Curragh and the River Barrow countryside, with a practical, community-oriented feel and good access to larger centres. The town combines established residential streets with newer housing, a compact centre and attractive heritage landmarks, including St Brigid’s Cathedral and the Round Tower. Families have access to several primary schools and a secondary school in the town, while nearby colleges and training options broaden education choices. Kildare railway station provides frequent services towards Dublin, Portlaoise and further along the Dublin–Cork route, and buses, the town’s Bus Park and nearby roads support commuting by public transport or car. Local shopping includes supermarkets, independent retailers and the Kildare Village outlet, while cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs give the centre a lively but relaxed evening atmosphere. Green space and outdoor recreation are close at hand, with the Curragh offering extensive walking, running and equestrian surroundings, alongside local playing fields and sports facilities. The town is also well placed for day-to-day services, with healthcare, banking, parking and community amenities nearby, while neighbouring Ballysax, Pollardstown, Kildangan, Nurney, Rathangan and Monasterevin extend the surrounding rural catchment.
Property Market in Kildare Town
Based on 36 properties for sale in Kildare Town
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What’s in Kildare Town
Schools
Multi-denominational primary school serving children in Kildare Town and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Local primary school providing education for families living in and around Kildare Town.
Visit website ↗Primary school serving the town, with a central location near Kildare’s historic core.
Mixed post-primary school offering secondary education to pupils from the wider area.
Visit website ↗Further-education provision supporting vocational, adult-learning and progression opportunities locally.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Mainline station with services towards Dublin, Portlaoise and destinations on the Dublin–Cork corridor.
Central bus interchange supporting local and regional services through Kildare Town.
Local bus stopping point serving journeys around the town and surrounding settlements.
Nearby motorway access provides efficient road connections towards Dublin, Naas, Limerick and beyond.
Regional road linking Kildare Town with nearby towns, villages and the surrounding countryside.
Amenities
Popular outlet shopping destination with fashion, lifestyle stores, cafés and landscaped pedestrian areas.
Public library offering books, study space, digital services and community activities.
Historic town landmarks and important visitor attractions connected with Kildare’s ecclesiastical heritage.
Central hotel, bar and restaurant known for food, drinks and traditional town-centre hospitality.
Established local pub offering food, drinks and a relaxed setting near Kildare’s centre.
Local green space providing room for walks, informal recreation and family outings.
Central transport facility with nearby town-centre access and practical parking options.
Convenient public parking serving shoppers, commuters and visitors to the town centre.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community activities locally.
Local rugby club offering youth and adult participation, training and fixtures.
Community football club supporting underage and adult soccer across the town.
Major retail destination attracting shoppers and providing employment in the local area.
Local business network supporting town-centre enterprises, promotion and community initiatives.
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