Naas living: lively county town with easy Dublin access
Naas is a bustling Kildare town that balances a proper main-street buzz with quick escapes to green countryside. It suits renters who want amenities on the doorstep—good cafés, restaurants, gyms and parks—without paying Dublin city prices, while still keeping a realistic commute. You’ll find a strong community feel around schools, GAA and local events, plus plenty of choice for weekend spins across Kildare and Wicklow.
Day to day, Naas feels like a town that’s always moving: busy shops and services around the centre, a solid café and casual-dining scene, and plenty of choice for groceries and errands. The Grand Canal and local walking routes are popular for evening strolls, while the wider Kildare countryside makes for easy weekend walks and cycles. Families and commuters mix well here, and the atmosphere is friendly and practical—more “get things done” than touristy, but still sociable.
Connectivity is a big draw: the M7 provides a direct run to Dublin and the M50, making Naas a strong option for commuters and hybrid workers. For rail, Sallins & Naas station offers regular services into Dublin, with onward connections to the wider network. Bus services also link Naas with Dublin and surrounding towns. School choice is another plus, with well-regarded options including Naas CBS and Presentation Secondary School, alongside a range of primary schools in and around the town.
Naas consistently attracts renters priced out of Dublin but unwilling to compromise on convenience, along with local families trading up and professionals seeking more space. With only 1 rental listing currently from €2,200 to €2,200 (average €2,200), available stock can feel tight, particularly for well-finished homes near the town centre or with easy access to the M7 and Sallins station. Expect steady demand, especially for family-sized properties and modern, energy-efficient rentals.
