About Shannon
Shannon is a modern, planned town in County Clare, centred on Shannon International Airport and the large Shannon Free Zone business district. It has a practical, suburban character, with established estates, newer housing, green spaces and a diverse population, while the surrounding countryside remains close by. Everyday life is convenient, with Tesco, SkyCourt Shopping Centre, Shannon Post Office and other local services concentrated around the town centre. Residents have a choice of cafés, restaurants, hotel dining and traditional pubs, with further options in nearby Bunratty, Sixmilebridge and Newmarket-on-Fergus. Families are served by local primary and secondary schools, while the town also has sports clubs, community facilities and amenities including the Shannon Leisure Centre. Shannon’s airport provides an important local employment and travel hub, and buses connect the town with Limerick, Ennis and surrounding villages. Road access is particularly strong via the N19 and nearby N18, making commuting towards Limerick, Ennis and the wider Mid-West straightforward. Notable nearby attractions include Bunratty Castle and Folk Park, while the River Shannon and west Clare coast are within easy reach for recreation and day trips.
Property Market in Shannon
Based on 16 properties for sale in Shannon
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Shannon
Schools
Large co-educational secondary school serving Shannon and surrounding communities.
Local post-primary school offering broad education and extracurricular opportunities.
Primary school serving families in Shannon’s established residential neighbourhoods.
Local primary school providing education for children from Shannon and nearby areas.
Irish-medium primary school serving children in the wider Shannon area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗International airport with passenger services and major local employment.
Local bus hub with services towards Limerick, Ennis and surrounding towns.
Main approach road linking Shannon town with its airport and N18.
Strategic route connecting Shannon with Limerick, Ennis and Galway.
Regular regional service linking Shannon with Limerick, Sixmilebridge and Ennis.
Amenities
Central retail and services complex with shops, food outlets and community facilities.
Airport hotel offering accommodation, dining and meeting facilities near the terminal.
Local facility providing fitness, sports and recreational activities for residents.
Green recreational space with paths and open areas close to residential districts.
Popular heritage attraction nearby, combining medieval buildings, gardens and visitor experiences.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established rugby club offering playing and social activities for different age groups.
Local golf club with an eighteen-hole course near the airport and town.
Community athletics club supporting training and competition across several age groups.
Major employment campus hosting international companies, offices and industrial businesses.
Represents local enterprises and supports commercial activity across the Shannon area.
Properties For Sale near Shannon
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