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Connolly Quarter
The Connolly Quarter - the area around Connolly Station, Sheriff Street, and the emerging Amiens Street corridor - is one of Dublin's most significant emerging office addresses. Driven by investment in the station quarter and proximity to the IFSC and North Docks, it is attracting a new generation of office occupiers.
About the area
Connolly Station is one of Ireland's busiest transport hubs, serving DART, Commuter Rail, Intercity, and with Luas Red Line interchange at nearby Busaras. The area immediately surrounding the station has historically been underutilised commercially, but a significant shift is underway.
New office developments on Sheriff Street Upper, the continued build-out of the docklands-adjacent streets, and investment in the streetscape along Amiens Street have created a genuinely interesting emerging office zone. It sits between the IFSC to the east and the north city centre to the west - benefiting from proximity to both.
The transport advantage of this location is arguably the strongest of any D1 sub-area. Connolly Station connects Dublin to Maynooth, Drogheda, Dundalk, and the wider commuter rail network - for businesses with staff commuting from outside the city, it is among the most accessible locations in Ireland. The DART corridor south to Dun Laoghaire and north to Malahide adds further reach.
Who is the Connolly Quarter best for?
- Businesses drawing staff from the national commuter rail network - Maynooth, Drogheda, Dundalk, Bray
- Financial services firms wanting proximity to the IFSC cluster without IFSC rental levels
- Technology companies looking for modern D1 space with strong transport credentials
- Businesses looking to establish in an area before values and rents increase further
- Companies with regular cross-country travel requirements - Connolly intercity access is unmatched
The Connolly Quarter is at an interesting inflection point. Values are lower than adjacent IFSC and North Docks areas, but the fundamentals - transport, proximity to financial centre, quality of new stock - are strong. Businesses locating here now are often positioning ahead of what the area will become.
Office types and pricing
- New-build managed offices - several recent developments on Sheriff Street and adjacent streets; from approximately €450-€600 per desk per month
- Traditional leasehold - modern buildings available on leasehold; rents below equivalent North Docks stock
- Refurbished older stock - converted warehouses and older commercial buildings; character spaces at various price points
Getting there
- Connolly Station - DART, Commuter Rail (Maynooth, Drogheda, Dundalk lines), and Intercity services; one of Ireland's most connected rail hubs
- Luas Red Line - Busaras stop adjacent to the station; connection to the docklands, city centre, and Red Cow
- Dublin Bus - multiple routes; proximity to Busaras provides additional express services
- Cycling - flat terrain; cycle lanes along the North Quays and Sheriff Street corridor
Frequently asked questions
Is the Connolly Quarter well-developed yet?
It is in the process of maturing - some streets are well-developed, others are still in transition. The quality of the new stock coming on stream is good, and the fundamentals are strong. It is important to know which specific buildings are worth looking at, which is where we add value.
How does it compare to the IFSC in terms of address credibility?
Slightly lower profile at present, but the gap is closing. For businesses that don't have a specific reason to be in the original IFSC cluster, the Connolly Quarter offers better value for similar specification and transport access.
Is it suitable for a business that has regular intercity travel needs?
It is the best location in Dublin for this. Walking distance to Connolly intercity services, with DART, commuter rail, and Luas also on the doorstep, makes it uniquely convenient for businesses with a nationally-distributed team or client base.
Looking for office space in the Connolly Quarter?
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