About Carrickmines
Carrickmines is a suburban locality in south Dublin, within the D18 area and close to Foxrock, Leopardstown, Stepaside, Kilternan and Cherrywood. It has a largely residential character, with established housing, newer developments and open countryside and foothill landscapes nearby. The Park Carrickmines is the area’s main retail and leisure destination, providing everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants and services in a convenient setting. Residents also have easy access to the wider Foxrock and Stepaside village areas for independent cafés, pubs and restaurants, while Dundrum offers a broader choice of shops, dining and entertainment. The Luas Green Line at Carrickmines provides a practical connection towards Sandyford, Dundrum and central Dublin, complemented by Dublin Bus services and access to the M50. Families are served by a selection of nearby primary and secondary schools, with further educational options in Sandyford, Stepaside, Foxrock and south county Dublin. Leisure opportunities include local parks, playgrounds, sports clubs and the nearby Dublin Mountains, while Leopardstown Racecourse and the National Film School area at IADT are notable nearby landmarks and destinations.
Property Market in Carrickmines
Based on 19 properties for sale in Carrickmines
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Carrickmines
Schools
Catholic primary school serving families in Sandyford and surrounding south Dublin neighbourhoods.
Irish-medium primary school serving children across the south Dublin suburban area.
Visit website ↗Co-educational secondary school in Kilmacud, accessible from Carrickmines and nearby suburbs.
Well-established girls’ secondary school serving Foxrock and surrounding south county Dublin.
International school in Leopardstown offering education for pupils from early years onwards.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Green Line stop connecting Carrickmines with Sandyford, Dundrum and central Dublin.
Nearby interchange provides access north, south and across Dublin’s wider road network.
Bus routes in surrounding suburbs connect Carrickmines with Dundrum, Sandyford and the city.
Major employment centre nearby, offering offices, bus connections and onward Luas access.
The M50 provides the principal road route towards Dublin Airport and northern suburbs.
Amenities
Main local retail destination with shops, restaurants, cafés, services and family amenities.
Visit website ↗Major racing venue hosting meetings, events, conferences and seasonal entertainment.
Convenient retail area with home, lifestyle and everyday shopping options.
Nearby business and dining quarter with cafés, restaurants and convenient local services.
Large landscaped park with woodland, walks, playing areas and family-friendly open space.
Modern civic facility in Ballyogan incorporating library, community and public services.
Large shopping centre offering extensive retail, dining, cinema and leisure facilities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local riding facility reflecting the area’s equestrian and semi-rural character.
Visit website ↗Community tennis club offering courts, coaching and organised social activities.
Nearby golf facility providing practice and recreational opportunities for local residents.
One of south Dublin’s largest employment areas, with offices, technology and services.
Independent cafés, restaurants, boutiques and pubs serving the surrounding residential neighbourhoods.
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