Grantstown Neighbourhood Guide
Waterford
About Grantstown
Grantstown is a mainly residential area in south-east Waterford, within the X91 routing district and close to Cork Road, Dunmore Road, Killowen and Ballygunner. It has a suburban, family-oriented feel, with established housing, everyday services and relatively straightforward access to Waterford city centre. St. Mary’s National School Ballygunner is a nearby primary-school option, while secondary schools and further education are available elsewhere across the city. The area is well placed for commuting by car and bus, with the Dunmore Road and Cork Road providing important connections towards the city, Waterford University Hospital and surrounding suburbs. Local shopping is centred on nearby neighbourhood and suburban retail areas, with larger supermarkets and specialist services accessible around the Dunmore Road, Ardkeen and city-centre districts. Residents can use Woodland Leisure Centre Swimming Pool for swimming and leisure activities, while Waterford’s parks, riverside walks and sports facilities are within easy reach. Bars, cafés and restaurants are more concentrated along the Dunmore Road, Cork Road and in the city centre than within Grantstown itself, giving residents a quiet home base with varied dining and evening options nearby. Ballygunner also adds a strong community and sporting dimension, particularly through local GAA activity and clubs serving the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Property Market in Grantstown
Based on 9 properties for sale in Grantstown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Grantstown
Schools
Nearby primary school serving children from Ballygunner and surrounding south-east Waterford neighbourhoods.
Independent co-educational day and boarding school on Waterford’s south side.
Girls’ secondary school located within convenient reach of south-east Waterford.
Co-educational secondary school serving families across Waterford city and its suburbs.
Major higher-education campus offering degree, professional and research programmes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key suburban route linking Grantstown with Ardkeen, the hospital, university and city centre.
Important city approach providing access towards Waterford centre and south-western suburbs.
Local routes connect south-east suburbs with central Waterford and major employment areas.
City rail station providing services towards Dublin, Kilkenny, Limerick Junction and Rosslare.
Nearby central destination with shops, employment, riverside routes and public transport connections.
Amenities
Local swimming and leisure facility serving Grantstown and neighbouring south-east suburbs.
Popular nearby retail centre with supermarkets, shops, cafés and everyday services.
Major regional hospital conveniently located off the Dunmore Road.
Large city park with landscaped grounds, walking paths and recreational space.
Central library providing books, study space, events and community services.
Dunmore Road venue offering food, drinks and an evening social atmosphere.
Historic city-centre attractions showcasing Waterford’s Viking and medieval heritage.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with strong junior and adult community participation.
County sporting organisation supporting Gaelic games, fixtures and community activity.
Nearby hotel and leisure complex associated with swimming, fitness and hospitality services.
Well-known local food retailer offering groceries, fresh produce and specialist products.
City business network supporting enterprises, events and economic activity across Waterford.
Properties For Sale near Grantstown
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