About Rathmines
Rathmines is a well-established, lively inner suburb about two kilometres south of Dublin city centre, centred on Rathmines Road and adjoining Ranelagh, Portobello and Harold’s Cross. Its mix of Victorian terraces, apartment developments and busy commercial streets gives it an urban, sociable feel, while residential side roads offer a quieter setting. The area is popular with students, professionals and families, with everyday services, cafés, restaurants and independent shops all close at hand. Rathmines College provides further education locally, while a broad selection of primary and secondary schools is available across Rathmines and nearby suburbs; Blue School of Motoring is also a local education-related business. Dublin Bus routes along Rathmines Road, Rathgar Road and adjacent corridors provide frequent city connections, and the Luas Green Line is accessible from nearby Charlemont, Ranelagh and Beechwood. Shopping is concentrated around Swan Shopping Centre and the main road, with Fallon & Byrne, Life Pharmacy and other convenience retailers serving daily needs. Residents have a strong choice of cafés, restaurants and pubs, including venues around the Swan Centre, Rathmines Road and neighbouring Portobello. Leisure options include Swan Leisure, local gyms and sports clubs, while nearby parks and the Grand Canal provide outdoor space within a short walk or cycle.
Property Market in Rathmines
Based on 39 properties for sale in Rathmines
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Rathmines
Schools
Further-education college offering a range of vocational and professional courses.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school serving girls in the Rathmines area.
Catholic secondary school located close to Rathmines Road.
Primary school serving families in the wider Rathmines and Ranelagh neighbourhoods.
Local driving school providing lessons and tuition for learner drivers.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent services connect Rathmines with Dublin city centre and southern suburbs.
Nearby Green Line stop providing access towards the city and south Dublin.
Convenient Green Line station serving Ranelagh and surrounding Rathmines residents.
Green Line stop within practical walking or cycling distance for eastern Rathmines.
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Main north–south corridor carrying buses, traffic and local commercial activity.
Amenities
Rathmines’ central shopping complex with supermarkets, services, cafés and everyday retailers.
Recognisable local building within Rathmines’ central commercial and residential streets.
Service area supporting the shops and businesses around Swan Shopping Centre.
Specialist food retailer useful for quality groceries, prepared foods and local shopping.
Visit website ↗Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, healthcare products and everyday personal-care essentials.
Visit website ↗Casual Mexican restaurant offering burritos, bowls and quick takeaway meals.
Visit website ↗Popular local leisure facility offering fitness, swimming and community-oriented activities.
Visit website ↗Local Clubs & Businesses
Local community organisation representing residents and promoting Rathmines’ interests.
Community football club serving young players and families in the surrounding area.
Established club offering tennis facilities and organised sporting activities locally.
Well-known food business adding specialist grocery shopping to the neighbourhood.
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