About Ballyconnell
Ballyconnell is a small, attractive town in west County Cavan, close to the borders with Leitrim and Fermanagh and within easy reach of Ballymacgovern, Bawnboy, Belturbet and Killeshandra. Set beside the Woodford River and the Shannon–Erne Waterway, it has a settled, community-minded feel, with a mixture of established homes, newer housing and surrounding countryside. Everyday life is convenient for a rural town: local shops, services, cafés, pubs and takeaways are concentrated around the town centre, while Realta Shopping Centre provides additional retail and services. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, with further schools and training options available in nearby towns. Ballyconnell is principally car-dependent, although regional bus services connect it with Cavan, Enniskillen and other surrounding centres, and the N87 provides an important road link. The waterways and nearby forests create good opportunities for walking, fishing, boating and cycling, while Slieve Rushen and the wider Cuilcagh Lakelands area add to the recreational appeal. Local pubs, restaurants and community venues provide an active social base, and the town’s clubs and sporting organisations are an important part of daily life.
Property Market in Ballyconnell
Based on 11 properties for sale in Ballyconnell
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballyconnell
Schools
Local primary school serving Ballyconnell and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school in Belturbet, serving students from the surrounding area.
Established secondary school offering education within commuting distance of Ballyconnell.
Further-education and training campus offering post-Leaving Certificate courses in Cavan town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key regional road linking Ballyconnell with Belturbet, Swanlinbar and the wider northwest.
Regional service linking the area with Cavan, Ballyshannon and Donegal routes.
Rural transport connections serving Ballyconnell and neighbouring villages by scheduled routes.
Historic station location; the nearest active rail services are generally accessed via Sligo or Longford.
Amenities
Local shopping centre providing retail and everyday services for Ballyconnell residents.
Scenic waterways beside town, popular for boating, fishing, walking and riverside recreation.
Forested lakeside amenity near Cavan, offering walks, picnic areas and outdoor activities.
Community library providing books, digital access, local information and regular activities.
Local primary-care facility serving Ballyconnell and neighbouring rural communities.
Family-friendly outdoor spaces supporting play, informal recreation and community use.
A selection of traditional pubs, cafés, restaurants and takeaways serves residents and visitors.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing teams and sporting activities for the community.
Water-based community and recreational activities connected with the Shannon–Erne waterways.
Regional rugby organisation drawing members from Ballyconnell and surrounding Cavan communities.
Local businesses collaborate to support town-centre activity, promotion and community events.
Local groups support enterprise, social activities, events and the town’s wider community life.
Properties For Sale near Ballyconnell
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