About East Wall
East Wall is a compact, established northside Dublin neighbourhood in Dublin 3, positioned between the North Docklands, North Strand, Fairview and Clontarf, close to Dublin Port. It has a predominantly residential character, with traditional terraces and local streets sitting alongside newer apartments and major employment, events and regeneration areas. Families have access to local primary and secondary schools, while further education and a wide range of schools are available across nearby Marino, Fairview, the Docklands and the city centre. Commuters are well placed for Dublin city centre, the IFSC and Grand Canal Dock, with Dublin Bus services, nearby rail stations and easy access to the Port Tunnel and M50; cycling and walking links are also improving. Local shopping is centred on East Wall Road and nearby North Strand, with larger retail choices available in Fairview, Clontarf and the city centre. The area has neighbourhood pubs, takeaways, cafés and restaurants, while the Docklands provides a broader choice of dining and nightlife around the Convention Centre and 3Arena. Residents are close to the Royal Canal, Fairview Park, the seafront and the North Bull Island area for walking and leisure, as well as community facilities including the Larkin Centre for the Unemployed. East Wall also benefits from its proximity to the International Centre for the Image and major venues such as the Convention Centre Dublin and 3Arena, giving the locality a lively urban setting alongside its long-established community feel.
Property Market in East Wall
Based on 73 properties for sale in East Wall
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in East Wall
Schools
Long-established Catholic boys’ school serving the East Wall and surrounding northside communities.
Local primary school serving families in East Wall and neighbouring Dublin 3 districts.
Visit website ↗Specialist educational provision accessible from East Wall and wider north Dublin.
Well-known secondary school in Marino, within straightforward reach of East Wall.
Girls’ secondary school in Glasnevin, serving families across north Dublin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent city and northside bus services connect East Wall with central Dublin.
Major rail, DART and Luas interchange within walking or short-bus distance.
Red Line stop serving 3Arena, Docklands offices and city-centre connections.
Provides direct motorway access towards the M1, airport and wider national road network.
Nearby coastal rail station linking northside suburbs with central and south Dublin.
Amenities
Parking and electric vehicle charging facilities serving the local East Wall area.
Local cultural and creative venue reflecting East Wall’s distinctive community identity.
Community facility providing employment, training and support services for local residents.
Landmark Docklands venue hosting conferences, exhibitions and large-scale public events.
Major indoor entertainment venue beside the Point, hosting concerts and live shows.
Visit website ↗Large nearby urban park with open space, sports facilities and family recreation.
Convenient local shops, takeaways, cafés and everyday services along the main road.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local watersports and outdoor activities connected with Dublin Port and the surrounding waterways.
Community football club providing sporting opportunities for children and local families.
Local football club contributing to youth and community sport in the neighbourhood.
Established local organisation supporting employment, training and community development initiatives.
Prominent Docklands events business attracting major touring performers and sporting productions.
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