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2 bedroom flat

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Flat
2 bed
1 bath
EPC rating: D*
839 sq ft / 78 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Ask agent
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Broadband: Super-fast 80Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Ask agent
Heating: Ask agent
Electricity: Ask agent
Sewerage: Ask agent
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Property description & features

  • Traditional Maisonette
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Large Lounge
  • Gas Central Heating
  • Double Glazing
  • Town Centre Location
  • Ample Parking Nearby
  • Communal Garden Area
IDEAL RENTAL INVESTMENT OR FIRST-TIME BUY

*£16,000 BELOW HOME REPORT VALUATION*

44B Island Street is a traditional two bedroom first and upper maisonette located within a popular residential and retail area close to Galashiels town centre. The property boasts many fine features including solid wood doors, decorative cornicing and high ceilings. The property has a bright and spacious layout providing am ideal first-time buy or rental investment in the heart of Galashiels. The property further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and a communal garden area overlooking the Gala Water.

The property is situated close to a variety of local amenities including local shops, hair salons, swimming pool and the Scott Park. Galashiels town centre is within easy walking distance, including the Galashiels Railway Station and Transport Interchange. A great range of schooling is available nearby including the well-regarded Burgh Primary School and Galashiels Academy.

- ENTRANCE HALLWAY - LOUNGE - BREAKFASTING KITCHEN - HALL LANDING - BATHROOM - 2 DOUBLE BEDROOMS --

Internally - To the first floor, the property is entered via a timber door from the communal vestibule, which gives access to a spacious hallway. The hall flows through to the large south facing lounge which is a fantastic living space with plentiful light from two large windows. The kitchen is located to the rear of the property with ample space for a breakfasting table. A staircase form the living area leads up to the second floor accommodation.

On the second floor, the hall landing incorporates a large storage cupboard and gives access to the two well-proportioned double bedrooms and bathroom.

Kitchen - The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units overlaid with a wood-effect laminated worktop including a stainless-steel sink and mixer tap. There is a freestanding appliance space for a cooker, washing machine dishwasher and tall fridge freezer. Tiled splashbacks and flooring complete the look.

Bathroom - The bathroom is fitted with a 3-piece suite including WC, pedestal basin and panelled bath with mixer shower and glass shower screen.

Externally - The property is accessed via a communal pend to the side of the building which leads to a stone staircase providing access to the property.

To the rear of the building there is a small communal garden area which is largely laid to decking and has a pleasant outlook over the Gala Water. It is understood that the gardens are shared with the other dwelling within the building.

Location - The property is located within a popular residential and commercial area close to a variety of shops and restaurants. There is a regular bus service which runs daily with a bus stop located in close proximity to the property. More comprehensive amenities are readily available a short distance away in Galashiels town centre including Galawater Retail Park and Galashiels Transport Interchange. The Interchange houses the main Borders railway station providing regular services to and from Edinburgh Waverley Station.

Galashiels is the largest of the Border towns and is well served by a range of independent shops, restaurants, and cafes along with supermarkets and high street shops. Nearby there is an excellent range of schooling, from primary through to secondary and university education. The Mac Arts Centre and the Volunteer Hall host a wide variety of music events throughout the year attracting some well-known performing artists. The town also benefits from a station on the Borders Railway, offering a journey time to central Edinburgh of less than an hour. Country and sporting pursuits are readily available, including hill walking, fishing, golf, cycling and mountain biking in the Tweed Valley

Fixtures & Fittings - All fitted carpets, floor coverings, blinds and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale.

Home Report - A copy of the Home Report can be downloaded from our website.

Council Tax Band - Band B.

Viewings - Strictly By Appointment Only via the Selling Agent.

Offers - All offers should be submitted in writing in standard Scottish Legal format by your solicitor to James Agent (the selling agent). All interested parties are advised to instruct a note of interest via their solicitor. In the event of a closing date being set the Seller shall not be bound to accept any offer and the seller also reserves the right to accept any offer at any time.

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    Founder and Director Adam James BSc (Hons) AssocRICS is a fully qualified property professional and a RICS Registered Valuer with over 12 years experience in the Scottish Borders property market. Prior to James Agent, Adam worked for a national firm of Chartered Surveyors as a Residential Valuer, where he carried out home reports and residential mortgage valuations throughout the Scottish Borders region for homeowners, investors and high street lenders. He was promoted to an Associate within the firm and successfully ran their successful Galashiels Office. Throughout his career he has been heavily involved in the purchase and sale of property, including the building of new homes. He is now delighted to be able to pass on his experience, skills and local knowledge to homeowners and investors throughout the Scottish Borders region and beyond.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on March 29, 2022

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    Mobile phone signal availability and predicted strength: obtained from Ofcom on March 29, 2022

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    Red: One bar, reliable signal unlikely
    Amber: Two bars, may experience problems with connectivity
    Green: Three bars, likely to have good coverage and receive a data rate to support basic web services
    Enhanced: Full bars, likely to have good coverage indoors and to receive an enhanced data rate to support multimedia services

    Energy Performance data and Internal floor area: obtained on March 24, 2022 from The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

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    *Call rate information

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