About Murroe
Murroe is a village in east County Limerick, set in a rural landscape between the Slieve Felim Mountains and the River Shannon corridor, with Cappamore, Castleconnell and Boher among its neighbouring communities. It has a settled, family-oriented character, combining village services with easy access to farmland, woodland and countryside walks. Local education is centred on Murroe National School, while secondary-school options are available in nearby Newport, Limerick city and surrounding towns. The village is served mainly by road, with the N24 and M7 providing practical commuting routes towards Limerick, Nenagh and beyond; Castleconnell and Birdhill offer the nearest rail access. Shopping is focused on everyday village needs, supplemented by larger supermarkets and services in Limerick city, Castletroy and Newport. Local social life centres on village pubs, cafés, community activities and sporting clubs, while nearby attractions include Lough Gur, Clare Glens and the Silvermines area. Residents also benefit from proximity to University of Limerick, Plassey Technological Park and the wider employment, healthcare and leisure facilities of Limerick city.
Property Market in Murroe
Based on 8 properties for sale in Murroe
Property types
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What’s in Murroe
Schools
Local primary school serving Murroe and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby post-primary school offering education for students from the wider area.
Co-educational secondary school in the nearby town of Newport.
Major university campus near Castletroy, with extensive academic and sporting facilities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main local road linking Murroe with Newport, Cappamore and surrounding villages.
Important east-west route connecting nearby communities with Limerick and Tipperary.
Strategic motorway access available via Birdhill or Limerick, supporting longer commutes.
Nearby station on the Limerick–Nenagh rail line, with services towards Limerick.
Rail station near the N7 and M7 corridor, serving the Limerick–Nenagh route.
Amenities
Convenient local provision for groceries, postal services and everyday essentials.
Traditional local meeting places supporting community social life and occasional live entertainment.
Venue for local groups, classes, meetings and community events.
Local playing fields and club facilities supporting Gaelic games and community sport.
Large nearby sporting complex with pitches, courts, fitness and recreation facilities.
Nearby public library providing books, digital access and community services.
Scenic wooded river gorge and waterfall area popular for walks near Newport.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club serving Murroe, Boher and surrounding townlands.
Local association football club providing youth and adult soccer activities.
Local organisation supporting village projects, events and community development.
Community-based financial cooperative serving members in Murroe and the surrounding area.
Nearby outdoor centre offering activity-based experiences in the wider Silvermines area.
Properties For Sale near Murroe
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