About Waterford City
Waterford City is the principal urban centre of County Waterford, set on the River Suir in Ireland’s south-east and extending from the historic centre towards suburban areas including Cork Road, Dunmore Road, Ferrybank and Gracedieu. It combines a compact, walkable centre with established residential neighbourhoods, riverside districts and newer suburban housing. Everyday life offers a broad mix of shopping, services, cafés, restaurants and pubs, while the city’s heritage is visible in landmarks such as Reginald’s Tower, the Viking Triangle and the city walls. Education provision ranges from local primary and secondary schools to Waterford Institute of Technology’s campuses, now part of South East Technological University. The University Hospital Waterford area is an important healthcare and employment hub, with UHW also serving as a useful transport reference point for local bus services. Residents have access to People’s Park, the Waterford Greenway nearby, riverside walks and a wide choice of sports and leisure facilities. Supermarkets, pharmacies, service stations and city-centre parking make practical errands straightforward, while the surrounding roads provide links towards the N25, Cork, Kilkenny and the wider south-east.
Property Market in Waterford City
Based on 32 properties for sale in Waterford City
Property types
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What’s in Waterford City
Schools
A mapped school facility within the wider Waterford City urban area.
Major higher-education campus offering courses, research and student facilities.
Established secondary school serving pupils from Waterford and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Independent co-educational school with boarding and day-pupil provision.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗University Hospital Waterford area served by local bus routes and regional connections.
Main rail station with services towards Dublin and connections across the south-east.
Central bus hub for city, regional and longer-distance services.
Strategic road linking Waterford with Cork, New Ross and the wider region.
Amenities
Central Victorian park with lawns, mature planting, paths and family-friendly open space.
Café beside People's Park, popular for refreshments near the city centre.
Useful city parking facility serving People's Park and nearby streets.
Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, healthcare advice and everyday essentials.
Visit website ↗Convenient supermarket provision for groceries and regular household shopping.
Visit website ↗Well-known Waterford attraction showcasing crystal production, tours and retail.
Visit website ↗Historic riverside tower forming a prominent part of Waterford's Viking Triangle.
Local Clubs & Businesses
County Gaelic games organisation supporting clubs, players and competitions across Waterford.
Professional football club playing home matches at the RSC.
Popular cycling and walking route linking Waterford with Dungarvan.
City-centre venue hosting theatre, music, comedy and other live performances.
Local business network supporting enterprise, commerce and economic development.
Properties For Sale near Waterford City
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