171 Scott Street is a traditional stone-built ground-floor flat that offers excellent potential for a variety of buyers. The property features its own front garden and entrance door, which is increasingly sought after for added privacy and independence.
Inside, the flat includes a spacious living room, a separate kitchen equipped with an electric oven and gas hob and a generously sized double bedroom with a built-in wardrobe and storage cupboard. The shower room is fitted with an electric shower and serves the accommodation effectively.
The outdoor space is a major highlight of the property. The rear garden area has potential for landscaping and includes a garden shed, accessible via a shared alleyway to the side of the building.
Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to enter the property market, downsizing, or a landlord seeking a solid addition to your rental portfolio, this flat ticks several boxes. Its central location, good dimensions and outdoor space make it a rare find at this price point. Situated in a vibrant and well-connected town, the property offers an appealing lifestyle with a good balance of urban convenience and access to nature.
171 Scott Street is located in a popular residential area of Galashiels, a principal town in the Scottish Borders with around 12,000 residents.
The town offers a variety of shopping options, including Tesco, ASDA, Boots, and Marks & Spencer. Local attractions feature the Great Tapestry of Scotland, Old Gala House and Abbotsford House, the former home of Sir Walter Scott. Residents enjoy amenities such as independent shops, a cinema, a health centre, a swimming pool, a gym and a new Transport Interchange linked to the Borders Railway. Galashiels is home to several local sports teams, including Gala RFC and Gala Fairydean FC, and hosts the historic Common Ridings festival in the summer.
Outdoor activities include fishing on the River Tweed, golf and walking trails, including the Southern Upland Way. The town has six primary schools and secondary education at Galashiels Academy. Borders College and Heriot-Watt University also have campuses here.
The Borders General Hospital is located about four miles away. Galashiels is easily accessible via the A7 and the Borders Railway, which connects to Edinburgh. A bus service from the Interchange links to Newcastle and Carlisle, as well as Edinburgh. Both Edinburgh and Newcastle airports are within 40 to 68 miles, providing a range of travel options.
