About Hackballscross
Hackballscross is a small rural crossroads in north County Louth, close to the border with County Monaghan and within convenient reach of Dundalk, Ravensdale, Inniskeen and Castleblayney. The area has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and village-scale community life rather than a built-up town centre. Residents generally rely on nearby Dundalk and Carrickmacross for a wider choice of schools, shops, services, cafés and restaurants, while local pubs and community facilities provide a more immediate social focus. Primary-school provision is available in surrounding villages, with secondary schools and further education mainly concentrated in Dundalk, Carrickmacross and Monaghan. Road transport is central to daily life: the N53 provides an important connection towards Dundalk and Castleblayney, while the M1, Dundalk railway station and regional bus services are accessible for longer commutes. Local shopping is limited but practical needs can be met in nearby villages, with larger supermarkets, healthcare services and retail centres in Dundalk. The surrounding countryside offers strong opportunities for walking, cycling and country pursuits, and notable nearby attractions include Ravensdale Forest and the Cooley and Slieve Gullion landscapes. The locality suits residents looking for space and a rural setting while remaining within driving distance of major employment, education and transport hubs.
Property Market in Hackballscross
Based on 5 properties for sale in Hackballscross
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Hackballscross
Schools
Local Catholic primary school serving children from Knockbridge and surrounding rural areas.
Primary school serving the Charlestown area and nearby north Louth communities.
Long-established secondary school offering education for students from the wider Dundalk area.
Secondary school providing co-educational education and a broad range of subjects.
Regional higher-education campus offering university-level, technological and professional courses.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route linking the area with Dundalk, Castleblayney and wider north Leinster.
Fast motorway access towards Dublin, Belfast and major towns along the eastern corridor.
Intercity station providing rail services towards Dublin Connolly and Belfast Lanyon Place.
Regional bus connections available in Dundalk for surrounding towns and rural communities.
Main local and regional bus hub serving Dundalk and destinations across Louth.
Amenities
Extensive woodland and mountain recreation area north of Dundalk, popular for walks and views.
Convenient out-of-town retail destination with household, leisure and everyday shopping options.
Main urban centre for supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, banks and services.
Local indoor sports and fitness facilities serving Dundalk and surrounding communities.
Public library providing books, study space, digital services and community programmes.
Visit website ↗Established parkland golf course located near Blackrock on Dundalk Bay.
Nearby healthcare hub supporting routine medical and community health services.
Popular live-music and events venue in Dundalk's waterfront area.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club serving Knockbridge and surrounding rural districts.
Established Dundalk-area club offering Gaelic football and community sporting activities.
Local venue supporting community activities, meetings and social events near Ravensdale.
Represents local businesses and supports enterprise, networking and town-centre initiatives.
Local market offering food, crafts and independent traders at selected town-centre locations.
Properties For Sale near Hackballscross
Nearby Areas
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