Broadstone Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Broadstone
Broadstone is a compact, central Dublin neighbourhood in D07, centred on the historic Broadstone harbour area and the north side of the city centre. It has an urban, mixed character, with Georgian streets, traditional terraces, modern apartments and a lively student and professional population. The area is particularly convenient for city-centre living: O’Connell Street, Smithfield, Phibsborough and the north inner city are all within easy walking distance. Education options nearby include TU Dublin’s Grangegorman campus, several primary and secondary schools, and third-level facilities around the city centre. Public transport is strong, with the Luas Green Line at Broadstone–DIT, frequent Dublin Bus services and nearby access to intercity rail at Dublin Connolly and Heuston stations. Local life includes cafés, takeaways, restaurants and traditional pubs around Capel Street, Bolton Street, Phibsborough and Smithfield, while the area also benefits from the National Botanic Gardens, Phoenix Park and the Royal Canal nearby. Residents have easy access to cultural venues, libraries, gyms, shops and healthcare services, alongside landmarks such as the former Broadstone railway terminus and the King’s Inns.
Property Market in Broadstone
Based on 12 properties for sale in Broadstone
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Broadstone
Schools
Large technological university campus offering courses, library facilities and student amenities nearby.
Historic legal education institution beside Constitution Hill and the Broadstone area.
Boys’ secondary school serving Dublin communities, accessible from the north inner city.
Well-established secondary school within convenient reach of Broadstone.
Local primary education option serving families in the north inner city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Green Line stop providing direct links towards Broombridge, the city centre and south Dublin.
Frequent routes connect Broadstone with O’Connell Street, Phibsborough and surrounding suburbs.
Major rail and DART interchange reachable on foot or by short bus journey.
Mainline station for western and southern routes, accessible across the city centre.
Important northside routes linking Broadstone with the quays, Phibsborough and surrounding districts.
Amenities
Legendary Smithfield traditional pub known for live Irish music and a welcoming atmosphere.
Distinctive former church venue offering food and drinks near Jervis and Mary Street.
Local food and retail destination in the historic Broadstone harbour setting.
Central shopping centre with shops, services, library access and everyday conveniences.
Major public library providing books, study space, digital resources and local services.
Extensive historic park offering walking, cycling, sports grounds and open green space.
Notable botanical gardens with glasshouses, landscaped grounds and educational displays.
Major teaching hospital providing broad medical and emergency services nearby.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Major campus bringing students, staff, cultural activity and services to the neighbourhood.
City-centre gymnastics club offering training and activities for different age groups.
Specialist legal library within one of Dublin’s best-known historic professional institutions.
Popular nearby hospitality venues contributing to the north inner city’s evening economy.
Diverse cluster of restaurants, cafés, takeaways and specialist shops close to Broadstone.
Properties For Sale near Broadstone
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