Churchtown Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Churchtown
Churchtown is a well-established, predominantly residential neighbourhood in south Dublin, centred around the D14 area and bordered by Dundrum, Milltown, Rathfarnham and Rathgar. It has a settled suburban character, with mature streets, established housing estates and convenient access to both village-style centres and larger shopping facilities. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools, while UCD and other south Dublin colleges are readily accessible by bus and road. Commuters can use frequent Dublin Bus services towards the city centre, Dundrum and Rathfarnham, with Luas Green Line stations at Windy Arbour, Milltown and Dundrum within reach depending on the part of Churchtown. Nutgrove Shopping Centre provides everyday retail, groceries and services, including Tesco and Nutgrove Post Office, while Dundrum Town Centre offers a much wider choice of shops, restaurants and entertainment nearby. Local food options include cafés, takeaways and restaurants around Churchtown, Rathgar, Dundrum and Rathfarnham, with pubs such as The Dropping Well and The Bottle Tower serving the wider area. Residents also have access to Marlay Park, Bushy Park, Dodder-side walks and the facilities of nearby leisure and sports clubs, making Churchtown a practical base for families and commuters seeking green space close to the city.
Property Market in Churchtown
Based on 45 properties for sale in Churchtown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Churchtown
Schools
Catholic girls’ primary school serving senior classes in the Churchtown area.
Catholic girls’ junior primary school located beside its senior counterpart.
Multi-denominational primary school serving families in Churchtown and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Independent Catholic boys’ secondary school with a long-established local presence.
Visit website ↗Co-educational day and boarding school located near Ballinteer and Dundrum.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular services connect Churchtown with the city centre, Dundrum, Rathfarnham and UCD.
Green Line stop providing frequent services towards central Dublin and Sandyford.
Nearby Green Line station serving Milltown, UCD and city-centre journeys.
Green Line stop convenient for parts of Churchtown and neighbouring Milltown.
Local arterial routes link Churchtown with Dundrum, Rathfarnham, Rathgar and Dublin city.
Amenities
Neighbourhood shopping centre with retail, services, food outlets and convenient local facilities.
Visit website ↗Supermarket providing everyday groceries and household shopping within Nutgrove Shopping Centre.
Familiar fast-food restaurant serving drive-through, takeaway and dine-in customers.
Fast-food outlet at Nutgrove providing burgers, meals and takeaway options.
Large public park with gardens, walks, playgrounds, sports facilities and weekend markets.
Popular nearby park with riverside walks, playing areas, cafés and community amenities.
Major shopping and leisure destination with extensive retail, dining and entertainment choices.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local tennis club providing courts, coaching and club activities for members.
Established Gaelic games club serving Churchtown, Ballinteer and surrounding south Dublin communities.
Neighbourhood pub and restaurant near Churchtown, offering casual dining and evening drinks.
Visit website ↗Local business centre supporting small companies and professional services near Nutgrove.
Properties For Sale near Churchtown
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