About Dunshaughlin
Dunshaughlin is a well-established commuter town in south County Meath, positioned between Navan and Dublin and close to Ratoath, Drumree, Batterstown and the Hill of Tara. It has a mainly residential, family-oriented character, with newer housing estates alongside an established town centre and surrounding countryside. Local primary and secondary schools support everyday family life, while Dublin commuters generally use frequent bus services or drive via the R147 and nearby M3. The town centre provides supermarkets, cafés, takeaways, pubs, pharmacies and other practical services, with additional retail and employment options available in nearby Ratoath, Ashbourne and Blanchardstown. Leisure facilities include community sports clubs, pitches, walking routes and fitness businesses such as Move Breathe Connect. Dunshaughlin also benefits from its proximity to historic attractions including the Hill of Tara, while the surrounding rural landscape gives the area a more open feel than many larger commuter settlements. Healthcare, motoring and day-to-day services are represented locally by Dunshaughlin Health Centre Unit and Dunshaughlin Motors, with Dublin and Navan providing broader hospital, shopping and cultural facilities.
Property Market in Dunshaughlin
Based on 13 properties for sale in Dunshaughlin
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Dunshaughlin
Schools
Large local primary school serving Dunshaughlin and surrounding south Meath communities.
Visit website ↗Mixed second-level school providing post-primary education and community facilities locally.
Established primary school serving children in Dunshaughlin and nearby residential areas.
Visit website ↗Irish-medium primary education option serving families in the wider Dunshaughlin area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Bus service linking Dunshaughlin with Dublin, Dunboyne and surrounding communities.
Regional service connecting south Meath towns with Dublin and nearby transport hubs.
Main regional road through Dunshaughlin towards Navan, Dublin and surrounding villages.
Nearby motorway provides efficient road access towards Dublin and Kells.
Nearest rail station, offering commuter services towards Dublin via the M3 Parkway line.
Amenities
Local wellbeing and movement business offering fitness, exercise and personal development services.
Local motor dealership and vehicle services provider serving Dunshaughlin and surrounding Meath.
Local healthcare facility providing accessible medical services within the town.
Town-centre supermarket for groceries, household essentials and everyday shopping.
Visit website ↗Public library providing books, study space, digital resources and community activities.
Visit website ↗Venue for local groups, classes, meetings and community-based activities.
Popular local pub and dining venue in the centre of Dunshaughlin.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Athletics club offering training and competition opportunities for local members.
Gaelic games club supporting football, hurling and community participation across age groups.
Local rugby club providing youth and adult playing opportunities.
Community organisation supporting local activities, events and town initiatives.
Recognised local automotive business providing vehicle sales and related services.
Properties For Sale near Dunshaughlin
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