Living in Ringsend, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Ringsend
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Ringsend
- Schools in Ringsend
- Things to do in and around Ringsend
- Where Ringsend is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Ringsend
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Ringsend
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Ringsend
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Ringsend a nice place to live?
Ringsend is home to about 2,099 households, 44% owner-occupied and 52% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €510,000, versus €490,500 across the Dublin region, and the median rent is €2,292 a month. The Department of Education dataset lists 3 schools keyed to the town (2 primary, 1 post-primary), and there are 566 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Grand Canal Dock, 0.8 km away, and 5 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Ringsend is a town in Co. Dublin, about 10 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 44.5% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €510,000 to buy or €2,292 a month to rent (a 5.4% gross yield).
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 43 sales · updated July 2026
Who lives in Ringsend: 44.5% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Ringsend
5,017 people live in Ringsend on Census 2022 night. 44% of households own their home and 52% rent, so Ringsend leans towards renters. The most common way to commute is by foot or bike (54%). 14% are under 15 and 12% are aged 65 and over. 45% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 5,017 |
| Owner-occupied households | 44% |
| Rented households | 52% |
| Aged under 15 | 14% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 39% |
| Aged 65 and over | 12% |
| Third level or higher | 45% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 63% |
| Unemployment rate | 6% |
| Commute by car | 27% |
| Commute by public transport | 16% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 54% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Pembroke East A electoral division around Ringsend.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Grand Canal Dock (in the town), on the DART line
Public transport serving Ringsend: 2 operators
Getting around Ringsend
Ringsend is served by 2 public-transport operators running 5 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus and Nitelink, Dublin Bus.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| Nitelink, Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 47 - Poolbeg Street - Belarmine
- 82 - Irishtown - Kiltipper
- C1 - Adamstown Stn - Sandymount
- C2 - Adamstown Stn - Sandymount
- 84n - Dublin City South, D'Olier Street - Charlesland Road (Seaborne View Apts)
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 Ringsend
There are 2 primary and 1 post-primary schools in and around Ringsend, 3 of them in the DEIS programme.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ringsend College | Post-primary | 210 | DEIS |
| St Patricks Girls Ns | Primary | 143 | DEIS |
| Naomh Padraig Boys | Primary | 137 | DEIS |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Ringsend
- Heritage nearby: St. Mary's Abbey Abbey, Dublin City (3 km) · St. Audoens Church, Dublin City (3 km) · Casino Marino, Dublin City (3 km) · Kilmainham Gaol (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 Ringsend is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Ringsend
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €510,000 (+5.4% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | €2,292 |
| Gross rental yield | 5.4% |
| Net yield (est.) | 4.2% |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | — / €510,000 |
Recent sales in Ringsend
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Jun 26 | 2 PIGEON HOUSE RD, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €615,000 |
| 24 Jun 26 | 3 SOUTH DOCK PLACE, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €605,000 |
| 18 Jun 26 | 8 CAMBRIDGE AVE, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €656,000 |
| 12 Jun 26 | 117 FITZWILLIAM QUAY, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €531,000 |
| 12 Jun 26 | 48 POOLBEG QUAY, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €440,000 |
| 30 Apr 26 | 23 CAMDEN LOCK, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €475,000 |
| 24 Apr 26 | 21 THE CLAYTON, THE GASWORKS, RINGSEND | Second-hand | €540,000 |
| 22 Apr 26 | 1 HASTINGS ST, RINGSEND, DUBLIN 4 | Second-hand | €515,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Ringsend median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €425,000 | 40 sales | |
| 2024 | €484,000 | 49 sales | |
| 2025 | €460,000 | 51 sales | |
| 2026 | €535,000 | 15 sales |
Average rent by size
| 1-bed | 2-bed | 3-bed | 4+ bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| — | €2,183 | — | — |
Maximum legal rent increase in Ringsend
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
Ringsend compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Ringsend | 510000 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Rent or buy in Ringsend?
At a glance: €510,000 to buy versus €2,292 a month to rent, a 5.4% gross yield.
Local Property Tax in Ringsend
The median home (€510,000) falls in LPT Band 4, a base charge of €428 a year before Dublin County Council's local adjustment factor. Use the calculator for your exact valuation.
Renting in Ringsend: 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 Ringsend
In the 12 months to July 2026, 10 planning grants were recorded in and around Ringsend.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-20 | Permission is being sought for internal changes to the existing first floor accommodation comprising the alteration of existing stud partitions to... | |
| 2026-03-02 | Permission for the provision of a Ship-to-Shore (STS) Crane and all associated site development works. | |
| 2026-02-19 | The replacement of 9 No. single sided illuminated advertising displays and 8 No. double sided illuminated advertising displays with 1 No. single... | |
| 2026-01-21 | The development will consist of the demolition of the existing single storey extension to the rear of the property and the construction of a new 2... | |
| 2026-01-05 | The development will consist of: (i) the removal of unstable rear part roof and existing two storey annex structure (ii) the construction of a flat... |
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 Ringsend, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Ringsend, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Ringsend →
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 Ringsend
What's it like to live in Ringsend?
Ringsend is a town in Co. Dublin, about 10 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 44.5% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Ringsend?
A home in Ringsend costs a median €510,000 to buy or €2,292 a month to rent, a 5.4% gross yield (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Ringsend to Dublin?
About 10 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Ringsend?
Schools in Ringsend include Ringsend College, St Patricks Girls Ns, Naomh Padraig Boys, among 2 primary and 1 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Ringsend?
Ringsend had a population of 5,017 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Ringsend had a population of 5,017 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 5,017 |
|---|---|
| Households | 2,099 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 44% |
| Rented homes | 52% |
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 Ringsend pay as a buy-to-let?
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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 Ringsend?
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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 Ringsend property
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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 Ringsend home
Pre-filled with Ringsend'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 Ringsend
Pre-filled with Ringsend'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). 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 Ringsend costs
Real figures for Ringsend: 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 €2,183
Rent: RTB average monthly rents (RIQ02). Ownership: repayment mortgage on Ringsend'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 Ringsend house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Ringsend covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.