About Kilcolgan
Kilcolgan is a small rural village in south County Galway, positioned on the N67 between Galway city and the wider Burren and Galway Bay area. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, with countryside and farmland surrounding a compact settlement, while Clarinbridge, Oranmore and Galway provide more extensive services nearby. Daily life is centred on local convenience shopping, village businesses and traditional hospitality, with additional restaurants, supermarkets and professional services available within a short drive. The village is well placed for commuting by car, with direct road connections towards Galway, Kinvara and Ennis; bus services also operate along the main regional route, though a car is generally useful for broader travel. Families have access to primary education locally and in neighbouring villages, with secondary schools and third-level facilities concentrated around Galway city and other larger towns. Nearby coastal and countryside attractions include Galway Bay, the shores around Clarinbridge and Ballinderreen, and the Burren-facing landscape towards Kinvara. Local sporting and community life is supported by GAA, football and other voluntary organisations in Kilcolgan and surrounding parishes, giving the area a settled village feel despite its proximity to the city.
Property Market in Kilcolgan
Based on 5 properties for sale in Kilcolgan
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kilcolgan
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilcolgan and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby rural primary school serving families around the Ballyglass and Kilcolgan area.
Large co-educational secondary school offering junior and senior cycle education.
Co-educational post-primary school serving Athenry and surrounding east Galway communities.
Major university campus in Galway city, reachable for higher education and research.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional road linking Kilcolgan with Galway, Kinvara and the Burren.
Regional buses connect the village corridor with Galway and towns towards County Clare.
Nearby motorway access provides onward connections towards Limerick, Shannon and Dublin.
Nearest practical rail station, offering Galway–Dublin services and regional connections.
City buses and rail links are available after travelling north towards Galway.
Amenities
Convenience retail and everyday services available within the village centre.
Historic local landmark beside the village, associated with the former Burke estate.
Traditional village pub and well-known local meeting place in Kilcolgan.
Long-established seafood restaurant known for oysters and traditional Irish dishes.
Nearby village provides additional cafés, shops, pubs and everyday conveniences.
Golf and leisure facility near Renville, accessible by road from the area.
Coastal parkland and scenic bay walks near Oranmore, suitable for recreation and family outings.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the parish.
Venue for local meetings, classes, activities and community events.
Local football club providing organised sport for young players and adults.
Recognisable local seafood business with a long association with Kilcolgan.
Visit website ↗Popular annual event celebrating the area’s oyster-fishing and coastal heritage.
Properties For Sale near Kilcolgan
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