About Portmarnock
Portmarnock is a popular coastal suburb in north County Dublin, on a narrow peninsula between Baldoyle Bay and the Irish Sea. It has a largely residential, family-oriented character, with established estates, newer housing and open views towards Howth and Ireland’s Eye. The long sandy Portmarnock Beach and nearby coastal paths are defining features, while Portmarnock Golf Club provides another major local landmark. Primary and secondary education are available locally, including Portmarnock Community School, with additional schools in neighbouring Malahide and Baldoyle. Dublin city commuting is supported by nearby DART stations at Portmarnock and Baldoyle, Dublin Bus services and convenient access to the R107 and M50 via the northern road network. Local shopping is centred on Portmarnock village and Wendell Avenue Shopping Centre, with everyday services including Portmarnock Post Office. Residents have cafés, restaurants and pubs locally, while Malahide offers a broader choice of dining, nightlife and independent shops a short distance away. Parks, playing fields, the beach and nearby leisure facilities give the area an outdoors-focused feel, and the community is well served by sporting clubs and family activities.
Property Market in Portmarnock
Based on 82 properties for sale in Portmarnock
Property types
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What’s in Portmarnock
Schools
Large local secondary school serving Portmarnock and surrounding north Dublin communities.
Local primary school providing education for children in the Portmarnock area.
Primary school in nearby Portmarnock serving local families and senior primary pupils.
Mapped school facility associated with local educational provision in Portmarnock.
Mapped school sports facility serving pupils and school activities locally.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗DART services connect Portmarnock with Dublin city, Howth, Malahide and coastal suburbs.
Nearby DART station offering an additional rail option towards Dublin and surrounding coast.
Regular bus services link Portmarnock with Malahide, Swords and Dublin city.
Key local road connecting Portmarnock with Baldoyle, Malahide and neighbouring coastal areas.
Northern Dublin road network provides access towards the airport, suburbs and national routes.
Amenities
Long sandy beach popular for walking, swimming, views and water-based recreation.
Local post office providing everyday postal and related counter services.
Neighbourhood shopping centre with convenient everyday services and local retailers.
Visit website ↗Renowned links course beside the coast, with strong local and international reputation.
Visit website ↗Community venue hosting activities, meetings and local events throughout the year.
Small local centre offering casual food, drinks and everyday social venues.
Nearby village provides wider choice of restaurants, cafés, pubs and independent shops.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club offering youth and adult participation across several teams.
Community tennis club providing courts, coaching and social playing opportunities.
Local organisation supporting community activities, events and neighbourhood initiatives.
Beach-based club promoting water safety, lifesaving skills and coastal participation.
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