Maynooth accommodation: digs, house shares and commuting
Finding accommodation in Maynooth: rooms and digs near Maynooth University, nearby towns on the train line, prices in Kildare, and commuting from Dublin.
- Student accommodation near Maynooth University
- Rooms to rent in Maynooth
- Rooms to rent in Kildare
- Rooms in Dublin 15
- Digs in Kildare
- Rent Tax Credit for students and parents
- Daft.ie Rental Report, Q1 2026 (Kildare room rents)
- Maynooth University – accommodation
- Irish Rail – timetables and fares
- Revenue – Rent Tax Credit for a property used by your child
A small town with a big university
Maynooth is a small town, and Maynooth University has thousands of students, so rooms near the campus go quickly every summer. The university has on-campus residences, but most students rent a room, a house share or digs in the town or nearby.
In the first quarter of 2026, a double room in a house in Co. Kildare averaged €739 a month without an ensuite, and a single room about €635 (Daft.ie). Rooms in Maynooth itself are often dearer than the county average.
Where to look
Maynooth town: walking distance to both campuses.
Leixlip and Kilcock: on the same train line, a few minutes away.
Celbridge: close by, a short bus or cycle away.
Dublin 15 (Clonsilla, Castleknock, Blanchardstown): on the Maynooth train line, with more rooms to choose from.
Commuting from Dublin
Commuter trains run on the Maynooth line between Dublin (Connolly, some from Pearse) and Maynooth, and the trip from Connolly takes roughly 40 minutes. Living in Dublin 15 or the city and taking the train is a real option if you can't find a room in the town. Check Irish Rail for times and fares.
Digs in Maynooth
Many homeowners in and around Maynooth offer Monday-to-Friday digs. It is often the cheapest option and suits students who go home at weekends. Agree the days, price, what's included and the notice in writing.
Parents paying rent for a student on an approved course, including digs, may be able to claim the Rent Tax Credit.
Common questions
Is it hard to find accommodation in Maynooth?
Yes, especially in August and September. Look early, set up alerts, and widen your search to Leixlip, Kilcock, Celbridge and Dublin 15.
How long is the train from Dublin to Maynooth?
About 40 minutes from Connolly on the Maynooth commuter line. Check Irish Rail for current times.
How much is a room near Maynooth?
In early 2026, a double room in a house in Co. Kildare averaged €739 a month and a single room about €635 (Daft.ie). Rooms in Maynooth town are often more.