The similarity of the Romanesque church at Kilmalkedar to Cormac's chapel at Cashel has been commented on by Leask (1955, 123) who suggests a date shortly after 1134 for the erection of the smaller edifice. Comparative features include the tympanum on the W doorway and the blind arcading in the nave as well as common ornametal motifs.
The present remains, situated near the E end of the graveyard, consist of a nave and chancel, the latter a subsequent addition replacing the original altar recess.