About Arbour Hill
Arbour Hill is a compact, historic inner-city neighbourhood on Dublin’s north side, within D07 and immediately beside Stoneybatter. It has a settled residential character, with handsome Georgian and Victorian streets, mature trees and a strong sense of local community around Arbour Hill itself. The area is best known for the National Monument at Arbour Hill, the burial place of the leaders executed after the 1916 Rising, and its proximity to Collins Barracks and the National Museum of Ireland—Decorative Arts & History. Residents are close to schools including St Paul’s CBS and St Gabriel’s National School, while Dublin 7’s wider education facilities are readily accessible on foot or by bicycle. Frequent Dublin Bus services run along nearby Prussia Street, North Circular Road and the quays, with the Luas Red Line available from Smithfield and Museum, making the city centre and wider suburbs convenient for commuting. Everyday shopping is concentrated around Stoneybatter, Manor Street and Smithfield, where independent cafés, restaurants, pubs and convenience stores sit alongside larger supermarkets. Phoenix Park is close for walking, cycling and recreation, while the area also benefits from nearby sports facilities, libraries, cultural venues and the lively food-and-drink scene of Dublin 7.
Property Market in Arbour Hill
Based on 3 properties for sale in Arbour Hill
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Arbour Hill
Schools
Local primary school serving children in the surrounding Dublin 7 community.
Boys’ secondary school within easy reach of Arbour Hill and Smithfield.
Specialist school providing educational support for pupils in Dublin’s inner city.
Educate Together primary provision serving families in the wider Dublin 7 area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent routes connect Dublin 7 with the city centre and northern suburbs.
Nearby quayside stops provide broad cross-city and commuter connections.
Red Line stop linking Smithfield with Heuston, central Dublin and the Docklands.
Convenient Red Line stop beside Collins Barracks and the National Museum.
Major rail, Luas and bus interchange within walking distance south-west of Arbour Hill.
Amenities
Historic memorial and cemetery commemorating leaders executed after the 1916 Rising.
Extensive city park nearby, offering open space, walking routes and cycling.
Collins Barracks museum displaying Irish military, design and social-history collections.
Popular local market bringing food, crafts and community activity to Stoneybatter.
Relaxed local pub in Stoneybatter with a traditional neighbourhood atmosphere.
Independent Smithfield coffee shop popular for speciality coffee and light refreshments.
Lively nearby square surrounded by cafés, restaurants, bars and cultural attractions.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Annual local festival celebrating businesses, residents, music and neighbourhood culture.
Historic Dublin football club based at nearby Dalymount Park in Phibsborough.
Gaelic games organisation serving players and families across the local area.
Smithfield institution known for traditional Irish music and a strong local following.
Popular Stoneybatter venue combining pizza, drinks, games and community events.
Nearby Areas
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