About Bailieborough
Bailieborough is a small market town in east County Cavan, within the A82 routing area and conveniently positioned between Cavan, Kells and the wider Dublin–north-east commuter belt. The town has a largely residential, rural character, with a compact centre serving surrounding villages and townlands such as Kingscourt, Shercock, Mullagh and Virginia. Day-to-day life is practical and community-focused, with local shops, supermarkets, cafés, pubs and services clustered around the town centre. Commuters generally rely on car travel, with road connections towards Kells, Navan, Cavan and the M3 corridor; Bus Éireann services provide links to nearby towns and larger regional centres. Bailieborough benefits from local primary and secondary education, while further schools in the surrounding area include Corlea National School near Kingscourt and the historic Edennagully School House. Leisure options include sporting clubs, community activities and access to the countryside, with nearby lakes, woodland and walking routes adding to the area’s appeal. The town’s pubs and restaurants provide informal dining and social spaces, while larger retail and employment centres such as Cavan, Navan and Kells are within straightforward driving distance.
Property Market in Bailieborough
Based on 18 properties for sale in Bailieborough
Property types
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What’s in Bailieborough
Schools
Local post-primary school serving Bailieborough and surrounding communities with a broad curriculum.
Primary school provision located in the town, serving local families and nearby rural areas.
Former rural schoolhouse reflecting the educational heritage of the surrounding Bailieborough countryside.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects Bailieborough with Kingscourt, Virginia and regional routes across east Cavan.
Provides access towards Cootehill and other towns in central and north County Cavan.
Scheduled bus connections link the town with surrounding Cavan and Meath destinations.
Provides onward access towards Navan, Dublin and the wider national road network.
Driving route to the capital and airport generally uses the Kells and Navan corridor.
Amenities
Compact centre with everyday shops, cafés, services and community facilities.
Local library offering books, digital services, events and community information.
Visit website ↗Local fitness and recreation facilities serving residents and surrounding villages.
Historic local estate setting associated with the town’s heritage and surrounding countryside.
Nearby Virginia lake supporting scenic views, fishing and countryside recreation.
Town-centre venues provide casual meals, drinks and social meeting places.
Convenient supermarket provision for weekly groceries and everyday household shopping.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Gaelic football club providing sporting participation for children and adults.
Local association football club with teams and community sporting activities.
Supports local initiatives, facilities and community life across the town.
Member-owned financial cooperative providing savings and personal lending services locally.
Independent retailers and service providers support the town’s everyday economy.
Properties For Sale near Bailieborough
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