Living in Glenageary, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Glenageary
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Glenageary
- Schools in Glenageary
- Things to do in and around Glenageary
- Where Glenageary is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Glenageary
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Glenageary
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Glenageary
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Glenageary a nice place to live?
Glenageary is home to about 1,401 households, 74% owner-occupied and 22% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €1,010,000, versus €625,000 across the Dublin region, and the median rent is €2,805 a month. The Department of Education dataset lists 7 schools keyed to the town (4 primary, 3 post-primary), and there are 103 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Glenageary, 0 km away, and 10 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Glenageary is a town in Co. Dublin, about 18 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 7 schools, 74.3% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €1,010,000 to buy or €2,805 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025) (a 3.3% gross yield).
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 51 sales · PPR sales to Aug 2026 · CSO benchmark to May 2026 · rents Q4 2025 (RTB)
Who lives in Glenageary: 74.3% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Glenageary
3,688 people live in Glenageary on Census 2022 night. 74% of households own their home and 22% rent, so Glenageary leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (42%). It skews older: 27% are aged 65 and over against 17% under 15. 70% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 3,688 |
| Owner-occupied households | 74% |
| Rented households | 22% |
| Aged under 15 | 17% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 18% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27% |
| Third level or higher | 70% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 49% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Commute by car | 42% |
| Commute by public transport | 30% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 27% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Dun Laoghaire-Sandycove electoral division around Glenageary.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Glenageary (in the town), on the DART line
Public transport serving Glenageary: Rail + bus
Getting around Glenageary
Glenageary is served by 4 public-transport operators running 10 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland, Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail and Nitelink, Dublin Bus.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| Go-Ahead Ireland | Bus / coach |
| Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail | Rail |
| Nitelink, Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 7 - Brides Glen Luas - Mountjoy Square
- 59 - Dun Laoghaire - Killiney Hill Park
- 7A - Loughlinstown - Mountjoy Sq
- 7D - Dalkey - Mountjoy Square
- 7E - Mountjoy Square - Dalkey
- 7n - Dublin City South, D'Olier Street - Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown, Woodbrook Golf Club
- 111 - Brides Glen - Kilbogget Pk
- 45A - Kilmacanogue - Dun Laoghaire
- 45B - Kilmacanogue - Dun Laoghaire
- DART - Bray - Howth
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 Glenageary
There are 4 primary and 3 post-primary schools in and around Glenageary, 2 of them in the DEIS programme.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harold School | Primary | 642 | |
| Rathdown School | Post-primary | 349 | |
| Holy Child Community School | Post-primary | 275 | DEIS |
| St Joseph Of Cluny Secondary School | Post-primary | 256 | |
| St Kevins N S | Primary | 229 | DEIS |
| Dalkey School Project | Primary | 220 | |
| Sallynoggin Educate Together National School | Primary | 45 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Glenageary
- Heritage nearby: Monkstown Castle (2 km) · Tully Church (4 km) · Kilmashogue Megalithic Tomb (11 km) · Rathfarnham Castle (11 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 Glenageary is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Glenageary
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €1,010,000 (+6.3% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent (Q4 2025) | €2,805 |
| Gross rental yield | 3.3% |
| Net yield (est.) | 2.6% |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | €2,150,825 / €1,007,500 |
What this means: New builds in Glenageary sell at about a 113% premium to second-hand homes (€2,150,825 vs €1,007,500).
Recent sales in Glenageary
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 26 | 24 ARKENDALE WOODS, GLENAGEARY, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €625,000 |
| 31 Jul 26 | 7 ST PAULS TERRACE, ADELAIDE RD, GLENAGEARY | Second-hand | €870,000 |
| 16 Jul 26 | 96 ARNOLD PARK, GLENAGEARY, DUN LAOGHAIRE | Second-hand | €850,000 |
| 15 Jul 26 | WHITEOAK, 210 GLENAGEARY RD UPPER, GLENAGEARY | Second-hand | €1,598,000 |
| 09 Jul 26 | 30 PARK ROAD, GLENAGEARY HEIGHTS, GLENAGEARY | Second-hand | €640,000 |
| 26 Jun 26 | 16 ARNOLD PARK, GLENAGEARY, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €905,000 |
| 18 Jun 26 | 3 BEECHES PARK, GLENAGEARY, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €1,300,000 |
| 10 Jun 26 | 4 KNOCKNAGARM PARK, GLENAGEARY, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €691,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Glenageary median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €900,000 | 73 sales | |
| 2024 | €900,000 | 75 sales | |
| 2025 | €930,000 | 53 sales | |
| 2026 | €1,072,500 | 28 sales |
Average rent by size (Q4 2025)
| 1-bed | 2-bed | 3-bed | 4+ bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | €2,550 | — | — |
Maximum legal rent increase in Glenageary
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
Glenageary compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Glenageary | 1010000 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Rent or buy in Glenageary?
At a glance: €1,010,000 to buy versus €2,805 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025), a 3.3% gross yield.
Local Property Tax in Glenageary
The median home (€1,010,000) falls in LPT Band 9, a base charge of €903 a year before Dublin County Council's local adjustment factor. Use the calculator for your exact valuation.
Renting in Glenageary: the March 2026 rent rules
Every rent increase is now capped at the lesser of 2% a year (pro rata) or CPI inflation, nationwide since 1 March 2026. A review needs 90 days' notice on the RTB form, no more than one in any 12 months, and the notice must cite three comparable homes from the RTB Rent Register. Check any rent increase against the legal cap, or see average rents for every Leinster town.
Before you move: planning and flood
Recent development in Glenageary
In the 12 months to August 2026, 111 planning grants were recorded in and around Glenageary.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Retention of a single storey extension consisting of: (1). 6.17 sq.m. Storage ar | |
| 2026-07-31 | Beer, Wine, Spirits, Retail Off Licence subsidiary to main retail use. | |
| 2026-07-31 | The Erection of a two-storey side Extension comprising a Living Room, Kitchen, B | |
| 2026-07-29 | Randalswood Construction Limited intend to apply for permission for a Large-Scal | |
| 2026-07-28 | The extension and alteration of the existing detached dwelling consisting of; 1) |
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 Glenageary, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Glenageary, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Glenageary →
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 Glenageary
What's it like to live in Glenageary?
Glenageary is a town in Co. Dublin, about 18 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 7 schools, 74.3% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Glenageary?
A home in Glenageary costs a median €1,010,000 to buy or €2,805 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025), a 3.3% gross yield (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Glenageary to Dublin?
About 18 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Glenageary?
Schools in Glenageary include The Harold School, Rathdown School, Holy Child Community School, St Joseph Of Cluny Secondary School, among 4 primary and 3 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Glenageary?
Glenageary had a population of 3,688 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Glenageary had a population of 3,688 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 3,688 |
|---|---|
| Households | 1,401 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 74% |
| Rented homes | 22% |
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 Glenageary pay as a buy-to-let?
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What can you afford to buy in Glenageary?
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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 Glenageary 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 Glenageary home
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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 Glenageary
Pre-filled with Glenageary's median rent. From 1 March 2026 all private tenancies in Ireland 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 Glenageary costs
Real figures for Glenageary: RTB average rent and an ownership estimate built on the median sale price. Adjust the mortgage rate and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
Average rent by size: 2 bed €2,550
Rent: RTB average monthly rents (RIQ02), Q4 2025. Ownership: repayment mortgage on Glenageary'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 Glenageary house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Glenageary covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.