About Abbey Street
Abbey Street is a central Dublin address in the D01 area, running through the city centre between the O’Connell Street and Liffey-side districts. It has a strongly urban, mixed-use character, with apartments, offices, shops, restaurants and cultural venues close together rather than a quiet suburban feel. Living here means excellent walkability: Henry Street shopping, Temple Bar, the IFSC and Mountjoy Square are all within easy reach, while O’Connell Street provides a major civic and retail axis nearby. Public transport is extensive, with frequent Dublin Bus services, Luas stops at Abbey Street and Jervis, and Connolly Station a short walk away for rail and DART connections. The area has a broad choice of cafés, casual dining, traditional pubs and late venues, particularly around Capel Street, Henry Street, Temple Bar and the quays. Families have access to several city-centre primary and secondary schools, although school catchments, traffic and limited private outdoor space are practical considerations. Leisure options include the Irish Life Centre, the GPO Museum, cinemas and theatres, while parks such as Mountjoy Square and Phoenix Park are accessible by public transport. Abbey Street suits residents who value centrality, nightlife, shopping and car-free commuting, with the liveliness and occasional bustle that comes with Dublin city-centre living.
Property Market in Abbey Street
Based on 3 properties for sale in Abbey Street
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Abbey Street
Schools
Long-established secondary school on North Richmond Street, serving students from across Dublin.
Jesuit secondary school near Parnell Square, with a prominent city-centre location.
City-centre primary school close to Mountjoy Square and the north inner city.
Primary education option serving families in Dublin’s north inner-city neighbourhoods.
Large university campus in Glasnevin, reachable by bus from central Dublin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Red Line stop linking the city centre with Connolly, Tallaght and Saggart.
Convenient Red Line stop beside Jervis Shopping Centre and the Liffey.
Major rail, DART and Luas interchange within walking distance of Abbey Street.
Frequent Dublin Bus services connect central Dublin with northside and southside destinations.
Tour bus stop providing a convenient city-centre sightseeing connection.
Amenities
Central French-style restaurant and dining venue near Dublin’s main shopping streets.
Major pedestrianised retail street with department stores, fashion shops and cafés.
Large city-centre shopping centre with retailers, food outlets and everyday services.
Interactive museum inside the historic General Post Office on O’Connell Street.
Visit website ↗Georgian garden square offering green space, paths and recreation near the north inner city.
Central leisure complex with fitness, sports and community facilities.
Ireland’s national theatre, presenting Irish and international drama near O’Connell Street.
Visit website ↗Local Clubs & Businesses
National cultural institution and one of Dublin’s best-known performing arts venues.
Visit website ↗Distinctive former church venue offering dining, drinks and live entertainment nearby.
Historic Dublin pub near Abbey Street, known for traditional interiors and atmosphere.
Major bookshop and stationery retailer serving the central Dublin shopping district.
Local business network representing traders and organisations across the central city area.
Nearby Areas
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