About Rathfarnham
Rathfarnham is a well-established south Dublin suburb in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains, adjoining Churchtown, Dundrum, Ballinteer, Knocklyon, Ballyboden and Templeogue. It combines leafy, mainly residential streets with a busy village and shopping-centre environment, making it popular with families and commuters who want access to green space without leaving the city. Local education is well represented by nearby primary and secondary schools, while the School playground and sports facilities add useful everyday amenities for families. Rathfarnham Shopping Centre, Rosemount Shopping Centre and Tesco provide convenient grocery, retail and services, with further choice in Dundrum and Templeogue. The area has cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs around Rathfarnham village and along the main roads, although many residents also use nearby Dundrum for a broader evening and dining selection. Rathfarnham Castle and Bushy Park are prominent local landmarks, with the park offering walking routes, playing fields, playgrounds and riverside space. Bus routes on Rathfarnham Road and the surrounding corridors provide links towards the city centre and Tallaght, while the M50 is readily accessible for cross-city and regional journeys; there is no rail or Luas station within Rathfarnham itself.
Property Market in Rathfarnham
Based on 57 properties for sale in Rathfarnham
Property types
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What’s in Rathfarnham
Schools
Co-educational primary school serving local families with an equality-based, learner-centred ethos.
Visit website ↗Established boys’ primary school located close to Rathfarnham village and surrounding residential areas.
Independent Catholic secondary school for girls on Grange Road in nearby Rathfarnham.
Long-established co-educational secondary school located a short distance from Rathfarnham.
Mapped school-playground facility reflecting the area’s family-oriented residential character.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent Dublin Bus services connect Rathfarnham with the city centre and southern suburbs.
Local routes provide connections towards Dundrum, Terenure, Churchtown and surrounding neighbourhoods.
Nearby junctions provide access around Dublin and towards Wicklow, Kildare and the wider region.
The Green Line stop is accessible from Rathfarnham by bus, bicycle or car.
Nearby Terenure offers additional city-bound and cross-suburban public transport connections.
Amenities
Large riverside park with walks, sports pitches, playgrounds, cafés and community activity.
Historic castle and grounds offering a notable cultural attraction beside the village.
Visit website ↗Convenient supermarket serving everyday grocery shopping and household needs locally.
Visit website ↗Neighbourhood shopping centre with supermarkets, services, cafés and everyday retail.
Local centre providing shops and services for residents around the Rathfarnham area.
Recognisable local building and amenity within Rathfarnham’s established suburban setting.
Local depot supporting upkeep of parks and public open spaces nearby.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club offering juvenile and adult participation across several teams.
Local club providing tennis facilities and organised activities for different age groups.
Established community music organisation performing and supporting musical activities locally.
Cluster of independent and traditional venues serving residents, visitors and evening customers.
Major nearby retail and leisure destination with extensive shops, restaurants and entertainment.
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