About Walkinstown
Walkinstown is a well-established, mainly residential suburb in south-west Dublin, centred on the busy Walkinstown Roundabout and close to Crumlin, Drimnagh, Greenhills, Perrystown and Ballymount. The area has a practical, urban-suburban feel, with established housing estates, schools, local services and straightforward access to major roads. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools in Walkinstown, Crumlin and Greenhills, while further education and employment opportunities are accessible across the wider city. Shopping is convenient, with Walkinstown Shopping Centre, Dunnes Stores and Ashleaf Shopping Centre providing everyday retail, groceries and services. The locality has cafés, takeaways, restaurants and traditional pubs, particularly around Walkinstown Road and the neighbouring suburban centres, although it is better known for convenience than nightlife. Residents can reach nearby parks and sports facilities in Crumlin, Greenhills and Tymon North, with larger leisure and retail destinations available towards Tallaght and the city centre. Dublin Bus routes serve the main roads, and the Naas Road, Long Mile Road and M50 provide useful commuting connections, while Luas Red Line access is available at Red Cow and Kylemore. Parkmore and Western Parkway Business Centre add nearby employment and commercial activity, giving Walkinstown a well-connected and self-contained character.
Property Market in Walkinstown
Based on 39 properties for sale in Walkinstown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Walkinstown
Schools
Catholic senior primary school serving girls in the Walkinstown and surrounding communities.
Junior primary school providing early years and primary education near Walkinstown Road.
Further-education college offering vocational and adult learning courses nearby.
Independent secondary school for boys, accessible from Walkinstown and south-west Dublin.
Primary school serving families in the nearby Perrystown and Walkinstown area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent bus services connect Walkinstown with Crumlin, the city centre and Tallaght.
Major junction linking Walkinstown Road, Long Mile Road, Naas Road and Greenhills.
Red Line stop providing rail access towards Tallaght, Saggart and Dublin city.
Key Red Line stop with connections towards the M50 and wider public transport network.
Nearby orbital motorway offering access around Dublin and to national routes.
Amenities
Local shopping centre with supermarkets, everyday retailers, cafés and essential services.
Convenient supermarket and department-store provision serving weekly shopping needs.
Visit website ↗Neighbouring Crumlin shopping centre with retail, food and community services.
Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, medicines and everyday health services.
Established commercial area with offices, trade businesses and local employment.
Nearby business centre accommodating offices, commercial units and professional services.
Nearby village centre with cafés, pubs, restaurants, shops and practical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing grassroots participation and community sporting activities.
Established neighbouring football club with youth and adult teams.
Community Gaelic games club serving members across south-west Dublin.
Local venue supporting activities, classes and community events for residents.
Traditional local pub offering drinks, casual socialising and a neighbourhood meeting point.
Properties For Sale near Walkinstown
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