Living in Dublin 14, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Dublin 14
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Dublin 14
- Schools in Dublin 14
- Things to do in and around Dublin 14
- Where Dublin 14 is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 14
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Dublin 14
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Dublin 14
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Dublin 14 a nice place to live?
Dublin 14 is home to about 689 households, 84% owner-occupied and 12% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €790,500, versus €625,000 across the Dublin region. The Department of Education dataset lists 1 school keyed to the town (1 primary), and there are 558 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Sydney Parade, 4 km away, and 4 bus and rail routes serve the town, including the Luas. The sections below break each of these down.
Dublin 14 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 13 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 1 schools, 84.5% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €790,500 to buy.
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 338 sales · PPR sales to Aug 2026 · CSO benchmark to May 2026 · rents Q4 2025 (RTB)
Who lives in Dublin 14: 84.5% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Dublin 14
1,968 people live in Dublin 14 on Census 2022 night. 84% of households own their home and 12% rent, so Dublin 14 leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (54%). 19% are under 15 and 23% are aged 65 and over. 70% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 1,968 |
| Owner-occupied households | 84% |
| Rented households | 12% |
| Aged under 15 | 19% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 22% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23% |
| Third level or higher | 70% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 51% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Commute by car | 54% |
| Commute by public transport | 18% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 26% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Churchtown-Orwell electoral division around Dublin 14.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Sydney Parade (4.0 km away), on the DART line
Public transport serving Dublin 14: 2 operators
Getting around Dublin 14
Dublin 14 is served by 2 public-transport operators running 4 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus and LUAS. The Luas tram network reaches the town.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| LUAS | Tram |
Scheduled routes
- 14 - Dundrum Luas Stn - Ardlea Rd (Beaumont)
- 44 - Enniskerry - DCU
- 44D - Dundrum - OCS
- Green - Parnell - Brides Glen
Source: Transport for Ireland GTFS_All feed (NTA), CC-BY 4.0. Stops matched to the town within a 6 km radius; route list capped.
Schools in Dublin 14
There is 1 primary school in and around Dublin 14, 1 of them in the DEIS programme.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our Ladys N S | Primary | 176 | DEIS |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Dublin 14
- Heritage nearby: Rathfarnham Castle (2 km) · Kilmashogue Megalithic Tomb (5 km) · St. Audoens Church, Dublin City (5 km) · St. Mary's Abbey Abbey, Dublin City (5 km)
- Walking trails in County Dublin: Wicklow Way · Barnaslingan - Pine loop trail (Blue) · Barnaslingan - Scalp Lookout Trail (Red) · Carrickgollogan - Lead Mines Way - (Orange)
- Nature reserves: Wicklow Mountains National Park · North Bull Island Nature Reserve · Rogerstown Estuary Nature Reserve
Where Dublin 14 is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 14
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €790,500 (+5.1% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | — |
| Gross rental yield | — |
| Net yield (est.) | — |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | €1,275,000 / €783,660 |
What this means: New builds in Dublin 14 sell at about a 63% premium to second-hand homes (€1,275,000 vs €783,660).
Recent sales in Dublin 14
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug 26 | 119 ST COLUMBANUS RD, MILLTOWN, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €625,000 |
| 04 Aug 26 | Dubhán, 10d Green Park, Dublin 14 | New | €2,907,489 |
| 30 Jul 26 | 21 LARCHFIELD RD, CLONSKEAGH, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €1,025,000 |
| 30 Jul 26 | 84 MOUNT ANVILLE WOOD, GOATSTOWN, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €1,375,000 |
| 29 Jul 26 | 22 THE OAKS, CHURCHTOWN ROAD UPPER, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €1,600,000 |
| 27 Jul 26 | 57 WHITETHORN RD, CLONSKEAGH, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €1,376,000 |
| 24 Jul 26 | 154 TRIMBLESTON, GOATSTOWN, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €600,000 |
| 24 Jul 26 | 167 MULVEY PARK, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €582,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Dublin 14 median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €675,000 | 396 sales | |
| 2024 | €727,500 | 364 sales | |
| 2025 | €755,000 | 373 sales | |
| 2026 | €815,000 | 175 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Dublin 14
Since 1 March 2026 a rent review is capped at the lower of 2% a year (pro rata) or CPI inflation.
The full March 2026 rent review rules
Dublin 14 compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin 14 | 790500 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Local Property Tax in Dublin 14
The median home (€790,500) falls in LPT Band 7, a base charge of €713 a year before Dublin County Council's local adjustment factor. Use the calculator for your exact valuation.
Before you move: planning and flood
Recent development in Dublin 14
In the 12 months to August 2026, 42 planning grants were recorded in and around Dublin 14.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-24 | Widening the existing vehicular entrance at the front of the house to 3.5m -Insu | |
| 2026-07-17 | The proposed works will include raising the roof of the existing garage & conve | |
| 2026-07-17 | New single storey extensions to the front and rear of the existing house. Conver | |
| 2026-07-17 | 1: Partial internal and external alterations of existing two storey end of terra | |
| 2026-07-16 | Construction of a Single story extension to the side & rear of existing detache |
Source: Irish Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (ArcGIS, CC-BY 4.0). Granted applications keyed to the nearest town within 7 km. Homes column shows residential units in the application where recorded.
Flood maps
For the modelled fluvial, coastal and pluvial flood extents around Dublin 14, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Dublin 14, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Dublin 14 →
Source: Office of Public Works, floodinfo.ie. No OPW flood-extent values are reproduced here.
County context
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022 Census) | 1,458,154 |
| Population change 2016 to 2022 | +8.2% |
| Disposable income per person (index, State = 100) | 116.6 |
| New dwelling permissions (Dublin region, 2017) | 848 thousand m² |
Planning permissions are reported at NUTS3 region level; counties in this region share a figure.
Sources: CSO F1001, CIA02, BHQ09. CC-BY 4.0.
Nearby Dublin towns
Dartry · Mount Merrion · Sandycove · Rathgar · Rathmines · Dalkey
All Dublin house prices · All Leinster house prices
Sources: CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, Property Price Register (PSRA), CSO RPPI, RTB via CSO. CC-BY. Figures verifiable at the official source.
Common questions about living in Dublin 14
What's it like to live in Dublin 14?
Dublin 14 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 13 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 1 schools, 84.5% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Dublin 14?
A home in Dublin 14 costs a median €790,500 to buy (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Dublin 14 to Dublin?
About 13 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Dublin 14?
Schools in Dublin 14 include Our Ladys N S, among 1 primary and 0 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Dublin 14?
Dublin 14 had a population of 1,968 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Dublin 14 had a population of 1,968 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 1,968 |
|---|---|
| Households | 689 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 84% |
| Rented homes | 12% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 (CC BY 4.0). Household tenure from the same release.
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Median of open-market sales each year (Property Price Register). Latest year is partial.
Could a home in Dublin 14 pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Dublin 14's median price. There's no RTB rent for Dublin 14 yet, so the monthly rent below is an estimate — change it to a real figure and it recalculates instantly.
Illustrative. Assumes ~18% of rent for management, insurance and voids; 25-year mortgage on the borrowed share; ~4% acquisition costs. Not financial advice.
What can you afford to buy in Dublin 14?
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Central Bank of Ireland mortgage measures (since Jan 2023): first-time buyers can borrow up to 4x gross income, movers and second or subsequent buyers up to 3.5x, both with a minimum 10% deposit. Figures are illustrative, not financial advice.
Stamp duty on a Dublin 14 property
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Irish residential stamp duty (rates in force since 2 October 2024): 1% on the first €1,000,000; 2% from €1,000,000 to €1,500,000; 6% on any amount above €1,500,000. Figures are illustrative, not legal or financial advice.
Local Property Tax for a Dublin 14 home
Pre-filled with Dublin 14's median price. Uses the 2026 Revenue valuation bands (valuation date: 1 November 2025).
Revenue LPT 2026-2030 band table (source: revenue.ie). Your local authority can vary the base charge by up to 15%. Figures are illustrative; verify at Revenue's LPT reckoner for your exact property.
Rent cap calculator for Dublin 14
No RTB rental data for Dublin 14 yet, so this starts from a typical Leinster rent. From 1 March 2026 all private tenancies are covered by national rent control: the annual increase is capped at 2% or CPI inflation, whichever is lower.
Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2025; national rent control from 1 March 2026 (source: rtb.ie). Figures are illustrative, not legal advice.
What a month in Dublin 14 costs
Real figures for Dublin 14: RTB average rent and an ownership estimate built on the median sale price. Adjust the mortgage rate and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
Rent: RTB average monthly rents (RIQ02). Ownership: repayment mortgage on Dublin 14's median Property Price Register sale price over 30 years, plus Revenue's 2026 LPT band charge divided by 12. Excludes utilities, insurance, management fees and council LPT adjustments. Illustrative, not financial advice.
See the full Dublin 14 house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Dublin 14 covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.