Leafy Cabinteely living beside the coast and the city
Cabinteely sits between the South Dublin suburbs and the coast, offering a settled, family-friendly feel with quick access to both Dundrum and Dún Laoghaire. It suits buyers who want mature estates, strong schools, and green space on the doorstep without feeling cut off from commuter routes. Expect a mix of houses and some apartments, with Cabinteely Park acting as a real local anchor for weekend walks, kids’ play and community events.
Day to day, Cabinteely feels calm and practical: a village-style centre for essentials, plenty of takeaways and casual dining nearby, and bigger retail options within a short drive at Cornelscourt and Dundrum Town Centre. Cabinteely Park is the standout for exercise and dog walks, with trails, pitches and a playground. For a change of scene, you’re close to seaside walks around Dún Laoghaire, Killiney Hill and Dalkey, while Stillorgan and Foxrock add more cafés and services within easy reach.
Connectivity is one of Cabinteely’s big draws. The N11 gives fast links into the city and out towards Bray, and the M50 is close for cross-city commuting and the airport. Frequent Dublin Bus services run along the N11 corridor, and the Green Luas line is accessible via Park & Ride at Carrickmines, while DART stations in Dún Laoghaire and Killiney are within a short drive for coastal commuting. School options are strong, including Cabinteely Community School, and well-known choices in the wider area such as Holy Child Killiney and St Joseph of Cluny, Killiney.
Cabinteely typically attracts movers trading up for space, gardens and school catchments, as well as downsizers who want a quieter base near amenities. With 1 current listing priced at €625,000 (range €625,000–€625,000), the for-sale market sits in a competitive bracket where turnkey family homes can move quickly. Rental demand remains steady due to access to Sandyford and Cherrywood employment hubs and the wider South Dublin coast, with the area falling under RPZ rules for rent reviews.
