About Ballyfermot
Ballyfermot is a well-established, mainly residential suburb in west Dublin, centred on Ballyfermot village and the D10 area between Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Cherry Orchard and Kylemore Road. It has a strong local-community character, with a mix of established housing, apartments and newer development, and is popular with families and commuters seeking relatively convenient access to the city. Local education includes several primary schools, secondary schools and further-education provision, while Ballyfermot’s village centre provides everyday shopping and services. Bus routes connect the area with Dublin city centre, Clondalkin and surrounding suburbs, and the N4, Chapelizod Bypass and M50 provide useful road connections for drivers. Residents have access to the Ballyfermot Civic Centre, library, health services, supermarkets, cafés and local pubs, with additional retail and leisure options nearby in Liffey Valley and along Kylemore Road. Parks and open spaces, including Le Fanu Park and nearby riverside areas, support walking, children’s play and community recreation. The area also has a strong sporting identity, with GAA, soccer, boxing and other clubs contributing to an active neighbourhood atmosphere.
Property Market in Ballyfermot
Based on 15 properties for sale in Ballyfermot
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballyfermot
Schools
Offers a broad range of practical, creative and vocational courses for local students.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school serving girls from Ballyfermot and surrounding west Dublin neighbourhoods.
Local primary school providing education for boys in the Ballyfermot community.
Senior primary school serving girls and families in the Ballyfermot area.
Specialist school providing tailored educational support for children with additional needs.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent routes link Ballyfermot with Dublin city centre, Clondalkin and nearby suburbs.
Local map-listed stop providing access to bus services through the Ballyfermot area.
Important west Dublin routes offering direct access towards the city and M50.
Nearby orbital motorway connects Ballyfermot with Dublin Airport and wider commuter routes.
Red Line stop accessible from Ballyfermot by connecting bus and road routes.
Amenities
Important local public building hosting community, cultural and civic services.
Local medical facility providing accessible healthcare services for residents.
Community library offering books, study facilities, events and local information services.
Visit website ↗Large local green space used for walking, play and informal recreation.
Convenient local centre with supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés and everyday retail services.
Recognisable local café and nearby transport landmark for residents and visitors.
Major nearby retail and leisure destination with shops, restaurants and cinema facilities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing teams and sporting opportunities for the community.
Community Gaelic games club supporting youth and adult participation locally.
Local facility supporting swimming, fitness and community leisure activities.
Venue for local organisations, activities, meetings and community-based programmes.
Member-owned local financial institution serving residents and community members.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Ballyfermot
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