About Ballykeeran
Ballykeeran is a small, mainly residential locality on the western side of Athlone, County Westmeath, with a quieter suburban and semi-rural feel while remaining close to the town’s services. Its position near Athlone West, Ballinahown, Glasson and Mount Temple makes it useful for residents who want access to Athlone without living in the busiest central streets. Education is available nearby, including the School of Engineering, while families also use schools and childcare provision in Athlone and surrounding villages. Athlone Train Station and the town’s bus services provide practical connections for commuting towards Dublin, Galway and other regional destinations, with road access centred on Athlone’s main routes. Everyday shopping is straightforward in Athlone, including Arcadia Shopping Centre, Homestore and More and nearby retail businesses such as Park Jewelers. For leisure, Willow Park and Meadowbrook Community Centre and local green spaces support community activities, while Parkhead and the wider Athlone area provide places to meet, eat and socialise. Residents typically travel into Athlone for the broadest choice of cafés, restaurants, pubs, healthcare and larger leisure facilities, while Ballykeeran benefits from its close-knit setting and proximity to the River Shannon and nearby countryside.
Property Market in Ballykeeran
Based on 63 properties for sale in Ballykeeran
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballykeeran
Schools
Engineering education facility serving Athlone and the wider Midlands region.
Large co-educational post-primary school serving families across Athlone and surrounding areas.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school located within Athlone’s wider education network.
Gaelscoil primary education option serving children in the Athlone area.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Mainline station linking Athlone with Dublin, Galway, Westport and regional destinations.
Local bus stop shown in the Ballykeeran and Athlone transport network.
Town and regional buses connect Ballykeeran with central Athlone and nearby districts.
Key east-west motorway providing convenient access towards Dublin and Galway.
Amenities
Local Athlone-area destination appearing among nearby retail and commercial amenities.
Jewellery retailer serving shoppers in Ballykeeran’s nearby Athlone catchment.
Community venue supporting local activities, groups and neighbourhood events.
Large homewares retailer offering furniture, household goods and seasonal products.
Convenient Athlone shopping centre with retail, services and everyday amenities.
Recognisable local business listed among nearby amenities in the area.
Broad choice of casual dining, cafés and traditional pubs lies nearby.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Important local base for residents’ activities, meetings and community programmes.
Established football club offering sporting activities and community participation in Athlone.
Local Gaelic games organisation with teams and activities for different age groups.
Visit website ↗Major nearby sports facility providing swimming, fitness and indoor leisure opportunities.
Represents and supports businesses across Athlone and the surrounding commercial area.
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