About Carrigallen
Carrigallen is a small, friendly rural town in south-east County Leitrim, close to the Cavan and Longford borders and within reach of Arva, Aughavas and Newtowngore. Its character is village-like and community-oriented, with a traditional main street, surrounding farmland, lakes and quiet countryside rather than an urban feel. Day-to-day life is practical and self-contained, with local shops, services, pubs and cafés in or near the town, while larger shopping trips are generally made to Cavan, Longford or nearby market towns. Carrigallen National School serves younger children locally, and post-primary options are available in surrounding towns, including Ballinamore and Cavan. There is no railway station in Carrigallen, so residents typically rely on cars and regional bus services, with the N4 and N3 providing longer-distance connections from the surrounding area. Local social life centres on the town’s pubs, sporting organisations and community activities, while nearby lakes and open countryside support walking, fishing and other outdoor pursuits. The town also has a strong GAA presence and is known for its local community spirit, making it appealing to residents seeking a quieter rural base with essential amenities close at hand.
Property Market in Carrigallen
Based on 3 properties for sale in Carrigallen
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Carrigallen
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Carrigallen and surrounding rural communities.
Large post-primary school in Cavan offering broad academic and extracurricular provision.
Community post-primary school serving students from Ballinamore and nearby Leitrim areas.
Post-primary school north of Cavan, accessible to families across the wider region.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional routes connect Carrigallen with surrounding towns, subject to timetable and route changes.
Provides onward road access towards Cavan, Virginia, Dublin and the northern border region.
Connects the wider area towards Longford, Mullingar, Sligo and Dublin.
Main regional bus interchange for onward journeys from the surrounding county area.
Nearest practical rail option, with Dublin–Sligo services available via the Dublin-Sligo line.
Amenities
Traditional main street with local shops, services, pubs and everyday conveniences.
Venue for local meetings, activities, classes and community events.
Local sporting facilities supporting Gaelic games and community recreation.
Library provision available locally or through scheduled county library services.
Informal places for refreshments, conversation and evening socialising in the village.
Rural surroundings provide opportunities for walking, fishing and quiet outdoor recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and activities for different age groups.
Community-focused organisation supporting local projects, events and village initiatives.
Popular rural event celebrating farming, livestock, crafts and local community life.
Small businesses provide groceries, services, repairs and practical support for residents.
Nearby Areas
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