Living in Dundrum, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Dundrum
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Dundrum
- Schools in Dundrum
- Things to do in and around Dundrum
- Where Dundrum is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Dundrum
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Dundrum
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Dundrum
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Dundrum a nice place to live?
Dundrum is home to about 1,338 households, 58% owner-occupied and 38% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €737,000, versus €695,000 across the Dublin region. The Department of Education dataset lists 4 schools keyed to the town (3 primary, 1 post-primary), and there are 552 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Booterstown, 4 km away, and 12 bus and rail routes serve the town, including the Luas. The sections below break each of these down.
Dundrum is a town in Co. Dublin, about 14 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 4 schools, 57.6% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €737,000 to buy.
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 119 sales · updated July 2026
Who lives in Dundrum: 57.6% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Dundrum
3,495 people live in Dundrum on Census 2022 night. 58% of households own their home and 38% rent, so Dundrum leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (43%). It skews young: 18% are under 15 against 12% aged 65 and over. 76% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 3,495 |
| Owner-occupied households | 58% |
| Rented households | 38% |
| Aged under 15 | 18% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 34% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12% |
| Third level or higher | 76% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 62% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Commute by car | 43% |
| Commute by public transport | 30% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 25% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Dundrum-Kilmacud electoral division around Dundrum.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Booterstown (4.0 km away), on the DART line
Public transport serving Dundrum: 5 operators
Getting around Dundrum
Dundrum is served by 5 public-transport operators running 12 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus, Dublin Coach, Go-Ahead Ireland, LUAS and Nitelink, Dublin Bus. The Luas tram network reaches the town.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| Dublin Coach | Bus / coach |
| Go-Ahead Ireland | Bus / coach |
| LUAS | Tram |
| Nitelink, Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 14 - Dundrum Luas Stn - Ardlea Rd (Beaumont)
- 44 - Enniskerry - DCU
- 74 - Dundrum Luas - Eden Quay
- S6 - The Square - Blackrock Station
- 116 - Whitechurch - Parnell Square
- 161 - Rockbrook - Dundrum
- 44B - Glencullen - Dundrum Luas
- 44D - Dundrum - OCS
- 46n - Dublin City South, D'Olier Street - Dundrum, Outside Luas Station
- 750 - Dundrum - Dublin Airport
- L25 - Dun Laoghaire - Dundrum Town Centre
- 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 Dundrum
There are 3 primary and 1 post-primary schools in and around Dundrum, 1 of them in the DEIS programme.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ballinteer Educate Together National School | Primary | 399 | |
| Taney N S | Primary | 384 | |
| St. Tiernan'S Community School | Post-primary | 367 | DEIS |
| Holy Cross N S | Primary | 260 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Dundrum
- Heritage nearby: Rathfarnham Castle (3 km) · Kilmashogue Megalithic Tomb (4 km) · Monkstown Castle (6 km) · St. Audoens Church, Dublin City (6 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 Dundrum is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Dundrum
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €737,000 (+3.8% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | — |
| Gross rental yield | — |
| Net yield (est.) | — |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | €609,999 / €738,500 |
What this means: New builds in Dundrum sell at about a 17% discount to second-hand homes (€609,999 vs €738,500).
Recent sales in Dundrum
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun 26 | 2 Ballawley Lodge, Sandyford Road, Dundrum | New | €823,789 |
| 30 Jun 26 | 23 BALALLY CLOSE, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €970,000 |
| 10 Jun 26 | 113 WESTON PARK, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €985,000 |
| 10 Jun 26 | 14 ROSEMOUNT EST, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €710,000 |
| 09 Jun 26 | 266 WYCKHAM POINT, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €572,550 |
| 02 Jun 26 | 6 ALEXANDRA TERRACE, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €565,000 |
| 28 May 26 | 16 DUN EMER PARK, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €895,000 |
| 22 May 26 | 46 TANEY RISE, DUNDRUM, DUBLIN 14 | Second-hand | €610,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Dundrum median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €645,000 | 145 sales | |
| 2024 | €667,500 | 146 sales | |
| 2025 | €714,000 | 139 sales | |
| 2026 | €755,000 | 36 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Dundrum
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
Dundrum compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Dundrum | 737000 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Local Property Tax in Dundrum
The median home (€737,000) 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 Dundrum
In the 12 months to July 2026, 49 planning grants were recorded in and around Dundrum.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-03 | 1) Retention of a patio area to the rear of the property, including alteration t | |
| 2026-06-03 | 1 Dwelling. | |
| 2026-05-06 | The Demolition of some external walls to the rear of the property and part of | |
| 2026-03-31 | The renovation and extension of the existing detached bungalow including: demol | |
| 2026-03-31 | The development will consist of subdivision and amalgamation of existing accomm |
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 Dundrum, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Dundrum, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Dundrum →
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 · Glenageary · Rathgar · 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 Dundrum
What's it like to live in Dundrum?
Dundrum is a town in Co. Dublin, about 14 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 4 schools, 57.6% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Dundrum?
A home in Dundrum costs a median €737,000 to buy (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Dundrum to Dublin?
About 14 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Dundrum?
Schools in Dundrum include Ballinteer Educate Together National School, Taney N S, St. Tiernan'S Community School, Holy Cross N S, among 3 primary and 1 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Dundrum?
Dundrum had a population of 3,495 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Dundrum had a population of 3,495 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 3,495 |
|---|---|
| Households | 1,338 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 58% |
| Rented homes | 38% |
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 Dundrum pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Dundrum's median price. There's no RTB rent for Dundrum 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 Dundrum?
Pre-filled with Dundrum's median price. Adjust the income and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
Central Bank rules: 3.5x gross income for most buyers; first-time buyers can borrow up to 90% LTV. Figures are illustrative, not financial advice.
Stamp duty on a Dundrum property
Pre-filled with Dundrum's median price. Change the purchase price and see your stamp duty and total cost instantly.
Irish residential stamp duty: 1% on the first €1,000,000; 2% on any amount above. Figures are illustrative, not legal or financial advice.
Local Property Tax for a Dundrum home
Pre-filled with Dundrum'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 Dundrum
No RTB rental data for Dundrum yet -- starting 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). RPZ_CAP_PCT = 2.0% per annum -- flagged for Bryan to verify the exact statutory rate before publishing. Figures are illustrative, not legal advice.
What a month in Dundrum costs
Real figures for Dundrum: 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 Dundrum'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 Dundrum house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Dundrum covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.