Grantstown Neighbourhood Guide
Waterford
About Grantstown
Grantstown is a settled suburban area on Waterford city’s south-eastern side, close to the Cork Road, Dunmore Road, Killowen and Ballygunner. It has a primarily residential character, with established estates, newer housing and convenient access to everyday services. Families are well placed for local education, including St. Mary’s National School Ballygunner, while secondary schools and further services are available across the wider city. The area is served by bus routes along the Cork Road and Dunmore Road, with Waterford city centre reachable by car, bicycle or public transport; the nearby N25 also provides useful regional connections. Shopping is centred on nearby neighbourhood and larger retail areas, including supermarkets and services around the Dunmore Road and Cork Road corridors. Residents can use Woodland Leisure Centre Swimming Pool for swimming and recreation, while parks, playing fields and the riverfront are accessible within a short drive. Local dining and socialising are spread through adjoining areas, with cafés, takeaways, restaurants and traditional pubs on the Dunmore Road, Cork Road and in Ballygunner rather than concentrated in Grantstown itself. Waterford city centre, with its wider choice of culture, restaurants, shopping and nightlife, is also close enough for regular commuting and leisure.
Property Market in Grantstown
Based on 15 properties for sale in Grantstown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Grantstown
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Ballygunner and surrounding south-eastern Waterford communities.
Co-educational secondary school on the Newtown Road, within convenient reach of Grantstown.
Established boys’ secondary school located off the Dunmore Road, near Grantstown.
Well-known secondary school on the Newtown Road, serving Waterford city and surrounding areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent city-bound and suburban services run along the nearby Dunmore Road.
Regular buses connect Grantstown-side neighbourhoods with the city centre and wider suburbs.
City railway station provides train connections towards Dublin, Kilkenny and intermediary destinations.
Nearby national road offers efficient regional access towards Cork, Kilkenny and Wexford.
Central shopping, employment and cultural facilities are readily accessible from Grantstown.
Amenities
Swimming and leisure facility serving residents around Grantstown, Ballygunner and the Dunmore Road.
Major regional hospital on the Cork Road, providing emergency and specialist healthcare services.
Popular Dunmore Road shopping destination with food, cafés, services and independent retailers.
Large supermarket serving weekly shopping needs along the Dunmore Road corridor.
Central public library offering books, study facilities, events and community services.
Landscaped city park with walking areas, open space and family-friendly recreation.
Historic city-centre attractions surrounded by museums, galleries, cafés and restaurants.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local GAA club with strong juvenile and adult community participation.
Rowing and watersports club based on the River Suir near the city.
Nearby sports and education facilities supporting student, community and high-performance activities.
Independent food retailer and café popular with residents across south-eastern Waterford.
Local venue supporting community activities, classes, meetings and neighbourhood events.
Properties For Sale near Grantstown
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