About Birr
Birr is a historic market town in south County Offaly, close to the borders with Tipperary and Galway, and serves as a local centre for surrounding communities including Banagher, Kilcormac, Kinnitty and Shinrone. Its elegant Georgian streets, river setting and heritage character give the town a distinctive feel, while housing ranges from established town properties to newer family-oriented developments and homes in the surrounding countryside. Education is centred on local primary schools and St. Brendan’s Community School Birr, with further and higher education accessible by road to larger regional centres. Birr is well placed for motorists, with the N52 and N62 providing links towards Tullamore, Athlone, Nenagh and Roscrea; regular bus services connect the town with nearby communities and regional destinations. Day-to-day shopping is available in the town centre, alongside cafés, traditional pubs and restaurants, while Parkers of Riverstown is a notable nearby rural business and garden-centre destination. Birr Castle Demesne and its gardens are the town’s best-known landmark, with walks, green space and the historic science centre providing popular leisure attractions. Local sporting life includes GAA, soccer, rugby and athletics, and the wider area offers access to the Slieve Bloom Mountains, countryside walks and the River Camcor.
Property Market in Birr
Based on 14 properties for sale in Birr
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Birr
Schools
Local post-primary school serving Birr and surrounding communities with a broad curriculum.
Visit website ↗Gaelscoil-style primary education serving children in Birr and the surrounding area.
Established primary school providing boys’ education in the town centre area.
Local primary school providing girls’ education within Birr’s established educational network.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional connection linking Birr with Tullamore, Nenagh and wider Midlands routes.
Key road through Birr connecting towards Athlone, Roscrea and southern Midlands destinations.
Regional bus connections serve Birr and link it with nearby towns and cities.
Local stops provide practical access to regional services and daily commuting journeys.
Nearest railway station, offering access to services on the Limerick–Ballybrophy line.
Amenities
Historic castle grounds with gardens, walks, events and the Science Centre.
Popular nearby destination combining garden retail, homewares, food and countryside shopping.
Cultural venue hosting performances, exhibitions, workshops and community arts events.
Public library offering books, digital services, local information and community facilities.
Visit website ↗Local fitness and swimming facility supporting exercise, recreation and family activities.
Visit website ↗Compact historic centre with independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and essential services.
Riverside routes and nearby green spaces provide pleasant options for walking and relaxation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Long-established Gaelic games club serving players, families and supporters across the locality.
Community rugby club offering playing, coaching and social opportunities for local members.
Local athletics organisation supporting track, field, fitness and community participation.
Established club providing an eighteen-hole course and golf facilities near the town.
Popular annual festival bringing heritage, entertainment, arts and visitors to Birr.
Properties For Sale near Birr
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