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Cahir Neighbourhood Guide

Tipperary

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About Cahir

Cahir is a historic market town in south County Tipperary, set on the River Suir near the Galtee Mountains and the Knockmealdown Mountains. It has a compact, friendly town-centre feel, with surrounding countryside and villages such as Ardfinnan, Ballylooby and New Inn close by. Daily life is convenient for a rural town: local shops, cafés, pubs and services are centred around the main streets, while larger shopping trips are generally made in Clonmel or Mitchelstown. Families have access to primary and secondary schooling in and around the town, with further education and wider services available in Clonmel. Cahir is well placed for commuting by road, sitting on the N24 between Clonmel and Tipperary town, and it has a railway station with services towards Limerick Junction and Waterford. The town’s best-known landmark is Cahir Castle, beside the attractive Swiss Cottage and riverside walks, while the nearby Swiss Cottage grounds and surrounding countryside provide plenty of outdoor appeal. Sports and leisure are well represented through facilities including Cahir Park Golf Club and Cahir Park AFC, with GAA and community activities also forming an important part of local life.

Property Market in Cahir

Based on 10 properties for sale in Cahir

€355,000
Median asking price
avg €377,500
€165k – €560k
Price range
3
Avg bedrooms
2
Avg bathrooms
153 m²
Avg floor area
A2
Most common BER
6
New listings
last 3 months

Property types

3 (30%)
2 (20%)
2 (20%)
Farm1 (10%)
1 (10%)
Other1 (10%)

Bedrooms

2 bed3 (43%)
3 bed1 (14%)
4 bed2 (29%)
5+ bed1 (14%)

New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.

What’s in Cahir

Schools

primary

Local primary education serving children from Cahir and surrounding rural communities.

secondary

Mixed secondary school in Cahir offering post-primary education and extracurricular activities.

special education

Local special school providing tailored education and support for eligible pupils.

secondary

Nearby post-primary option serving families commuting towards Tipperary town.

rail

Rail services connect Cahir with Limerick Junction, Clonmel and Waterford.

road

National route linking Cahir with Clonmel, Tipperary town and the wider region.

bus

Rural bus services provide connections between Cahir and surrounding villages and towns.

bus

Scheduled regional buses serve Cahir and connect it with nearby centres.

road

Motorway access is available east towards Cork and north towards Dublin routes.

Amenities

landmark

Impressive riverside castle and one of Ireland’s most recognisable historic attractions.

landmark

Picturesque early nineteenth-century cottage set in landscaped grounds near Cahir.

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golf

Local golf club offering an accessible parkland course and clubhouse facilities.

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sports club

Community football club providing soccer activities for local children and adults.

library

Public library offering books, digital resources, events and community services.

shopping

Local market-style shopping for food and seasonal produce when operating.

hospitality

Compact selection of traditional pubs, cafés and casual places to eat.

Local Clubs & Businesses

sports club

Gaelic games club supporting hurling, football and community participation.

sports club

Established local club offering golf, lessons, competitions and social facilities.

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sports club

Football club with youth and adult teams serving the wider locality.

community group

Community organisation supporting local initiatives, facilities and activities.

visitor attraction

Major tourism landmark supporting local visitor activity, shops and hospitality businesses.

Nearby Areas

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