About Ratoath
Ratoath is a well-established, predominantly residential town in County Meath, west of Ashbourne and within commuting distance of Dublin. It has a family-oriented feel, with modern housing estates around a compact town centre and open countryside beyond. Local education includes Ratoath Community School and nearby primary schools, while Ratoath School of Music provides a cultural and tuition option for children and adults. The town centre offers everyday shopping, banking and services, alongside cafés, restaurants and pubs including Lilly’s, Wau, La Bucca and Novello. Commuters generally rely on frequent bus services towards Dublin, Ashbourne and surrounding towns, with the M2 and N3 providing road access to the capital and wider Meath. Ratoath is close to leisure facilities, playing pitches and walking routes, while Fairyhouse Racecourse and Tattersalls are notable attractions nearby. Dunboyne, Dunshaughlin, Tara and Batterstown are all within practical reach, giving residents access to a broader range of schools, services and countryside amenities.
Property Market in Ratoath
Based on 28 properties for sale in Ratoath
Property types
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What’s in Ratoath
Schools
Large local secondary school serving Ratoath and surrounding communities.
Local music school offering tuition and lessons for children and adults.
Primary education serving families in and around the town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Links Ratoath with Ashbourne, Swords and Dublin city destinations.
Provides connections between Meath towns and Dublin city centre.
Main road route towards Ashbourne, Dublin Airport and the capital.
Useful route towards Dunshaughlin, Navan, Blanchardstown and Dublin.
Nearby Maynooth line station offering commuter trains towards Dublin.
Amenities
Popular local dining and social venue in Ratoath town centre.
Local restaurant offering a convenient town-centre dining option.
Neighbourhood restaurant and bar serving meals in central Ratoath.
Contemporary local dining venue in the Ratoath area.
Full-service banking branch located centrally for everyday financial needs.
Venue for local activities, classes, meetings and community events.
Major nearby racing venue hosting National Hunt fixtures and events.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club offering youth and adult teams.
Local club supporting athletics, training and competition for various ages.
Community soccer club with teams and activities for local players.
Local organisation supporting activities, events and community participation.
Prominent bloodstock sales and equestrian business near Fairyhouse.
Properties For Sale near Ratoath
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