Living in Blackrock, Cork

Monthly rent in EUR (€). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Within AffordWhere's Cork dataset, a one-bedroom here averages about €1,675/month — roughly 9% above the city median, and among the pricier of the 6 areas we track. Two-bedrooms run €1,950 - €2,250/month and three-bedrooms €2,500 - €2,850/month on second-hand contracts. At 10 minutes to the center by bus, it sits closer to the center than most Cork areas in the set. On safety it rates 5/5, around the middle in the city. Based on its rent, commute, and the coastal, upmarket, scenic tags, it may suit renters weighing rent against commute.

Weighing options? For cheaper rent, see Bishopstown. For a shorter commute, see City Centre.

Rent figures reflect official statistics compiled January 2026. See data sources.

OpenStreetMap maps Holland Park as nearby green space around the Blackrock reference point.

Amenity data from OpenStreetMap contributors, available under the Open Database License (ODbL). The extracted amenity dataset is published under the same license.

How much is rent in Blackrock, Cork?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Blackrock costs €1,550 - €1,800/month (second-hand contract) or €1,400 - €1,600/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from €1,950 - €2,250/month, and a 3-bedroom from €2,500 - €2,850/month.

Is Blackrock safe for expats?

Blackrock has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Blackrock to Cork center?

The commute from Blackrock to Cork city center takes approximately 10 minutes by bus.

What is Blackrock like to live in?

Scenic coastal village. Castle views, marina, upmarket residential. In our data it is tagged as coastal, upmarket, scenic.