About Ballybrit
Ballybrit is a mixed employment, commercial and residential area on Galway’s eastern side, close to Ballybane, Mervue, Castlegar, Briarhill and Claregalway. Its character is shaped by the large Parkmore East Business Park, Parkmore Road and Parkmore West Industrial Estate, alongside established housing and convenient everyday services. It is particularly practical for people working in Galway’s technology, medical-device and business sectors, with many jobs within or near the locality. Galway city centre is accessible by bus and road, although commuting times can vary considerably during peak traffic on the N6 and surrounding routes. Briarhill and Galway Shopping Centre areas provide broader retail and dining choices, while local cafés, takeaways, pubs and restaurants serve workers and residents. Leisure options include Hustle Gym and nearby sports facilities, with Merlin Woods and Ballybane areas also offering green space within a short drive. School provision is available in surrounding neighbourhoods, while the School Of Makeup Artistry is a named specialist education option in Ballybrit. Castle Parkanassa (site of) adds a notable local historical reference, although Ballybrit is primarily known today as a well-connected business and residential district.
Property Market in Ballybrit
Based on 9 properties for sale in Ballybrit
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballybrit
Schools
Specialist makeup education and practical training based in the Ballybrit area.
Visit website ↗Nearby primary-school provision serving families in Galway’s eastern suburbs.
Established local primary school serving the Mervue and surrounding residential communities.
Gaelscoil secondary education option accessible east of Galway city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Key local road linking Ballybrit’s business parks with surrounding suburbs and routes.
Major regional route providing eastbound connections towards Oranmore, Athenry and Dublin.
Regular city and suburban buses connect Ballybrit with the city centre and eastern districts.
Important access point linking Ballybrit with the N6, Roscam and Briarhill.
City-centre station providing rail services towards Athenry, Athlone and Dublin.
Amenities
Major employment campus accommodating technology, medical and commercial businesses.
Established industrial and business area with workplaces, services and trade operators.
Local fitness facility offering gym equipment, training and exercise-focused memberships.
Neighbouring pharmacy providing prescriptions, health advice and everyday healthcare products.
Practical lunchtime cafés, takeaways and restaurants serving the local workforce.
Historic local site providing a link to Ballybrit’s older landscape and heritage.
Nearby retail centre with convenient shops and everyday services for residents.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Independent-feel gym supporting local residents and Parkmore workers with training facilities.
Dense cluster of technology, medical-device and professional employers in Ballybrit.
Collection of industrial, trade and commercial operators serving Galway and beyond.
Popular nearby entertainment venue hosting greyhound racing and occasional events.
Established Galway football club serving players and families from eastern neighbourhoods.
Properties For Sale near Ballybrit
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