About Rathcoole
Rathcoole is a village and suburban locality in south-west County Dublin, positioned between Saggart, Citywest, Newcastle and Brittas, with the Naas Road providing a major regional connection. It has a settled, community-oriented character, combining established village streets and housing estates with open countryside and newer development around the wider Citywest area. Day-to-day life is practical and family-friendly, with local shops and services in the village and larger retail, employment and leisure facilities available in Citywest and along the Naas Road. Families have access to local primary schooling and nearby secondary schools, while Citywest and Tallaght broaden the choice of education, childcare and further services. Commuters can use Dublin Bus routes, the Luas Red Line from nearby Saggart or Citywest, and the N7 and M50 for journeys across Dublin and beyond. Rathcoole has a modest local food and pub scene, with additional restaurants, cafés and nightlife concentrated in Citywest, Saggart, Tallaght and Clondalkin. Green space and recreation are important locally, including Dawson Park, Beech Park Golf Club and the surrounding rural landscape, while the area’s strong clubs and community organisations help give the village an active neighbourhood feel.
Property Market in Rathcoole
Based on 27 properties for sale in Rathcoole
Property types
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What’s in Rathcoole
Schools
An inclusive primary school serving Rathcoole and surrounding south-west Dublin communities.
A nearby primary school serving families in Newcastle and neighbouring rural localities.
A co-educational post-primary school serving Saggart, Rathcoole and surrounding areas.
A modern primary school serving the expanding Citywest and surrounding residential communities.
A nearby community post-primary option serving students from the wider locality.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Provides tram services into Tallaght and Dublin city via the Red Line network.
Local and regional bus connections link Rathcoole with Citywest, Tallaght and Dublin.
A key westbound and Dublin-bound road connection immediately accessible from Rathcoole.
The nearby orbital motorway connects south-west Dublin with the wider metropolitan area.
Nearby Citywest offers additional bus connections serving employment, retail and residential districts.
Amenities
Local postal and everyday counter services conveniently located within the village.
Visit website ↗Village retail facilities providing convenient everyday shopping and local services.
Nearby shopping centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and a range of services.
Local public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Nearby hotel and conference complex with leisure, dining and event facilities.
Local Clubs & Businesses
A prominent local club based at Dawson Park, supporting hurling and camogie.
A local venue hosting activities, classes, meetings and neighbourhood events.
A well-established golf club offering memberships, competitions and clubhouse facilities.
Visit website ↗A community Gaelic games organisation serving Rathcoole and surrounding families.
Major nearby employment hub with offices, services and substantial commuter activity.
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