1 bedroom flat for sale

We are delighted to bring to the market this bright and spacious one bedroom apartment within a gorgeous Grade C Listed former bank building comprising of four apartments and a commercial premises on the ground floor. The property is presented in excellent order throughout and provides an ideal first-time buy or downsizing opportunity located within the heart of Galashiels town centre. The property further benefits from modern gas central heating, double glazing, private parking and communal gardens.

ACCOMMODATION

- HALLWAY - LOUNGE - KITCHEN - SHOWER ROOM - BEDROOM -

Internally - The building is entered via a secure communal door with entry phone on ground level. The communal staircase leads up to the front door of the property. The property is entered via a timber for into the hallway. the kitchen shower room and lounge are accessed directly from the hallway. The lounge is of a generous size and leads through to the bedroom.

Kitchen - The kitchen is fitted with a good range of a=wall and base unity cabinetry overlaid with stone-effect worktops incorporating a stainless-steal sink unit. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, hob with extractor hood and fridge freezer. There is space for a freestanding washing machine.

Shower Room - The shower room is fitted with a 3-piece suite including WC, basin and shower enclosure with mixer shoer and laminated splashbacks.

Externally - There is an area of communal gardens to the rear of the property bound by stone walling and fencing. The gardens are large laid to lawn with mature shrub beds and trees.

Services - All mains available. Gas central heating and double glazing.

Parking - The property has a dedicated car parking space located to the rear of the property. Ample visitor parking as available within the public car park adjacent to the property.

Location - The property is located within the centre of Galashiels. A fully comprehensive range of amenities and facilities are readily available nearby 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 and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale.

Factoring Fees - It is understood that there is currently a factoring fee in place in connection with the maintenance and insurance for the building. It is understood the building is managed by Edwin Thompson and that this is coming to an end as of July 2024.

Council Tax - Band B.

Viewings - Strictly By Appointment via James Agent.

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

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.