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About
52 Forest Hill is a bright and spacious three-bedroom end of terrace home, ideally situated in one of Galashiels' most sought-after residential areas.
Located on the outskirts of the town, the property is within easy reach of both Balmoral and Burgh Primary Schools, making it an excellent choice for families.
The accommodation benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, a useful cellar, and private gardens to both the front and rear, offering plenty of outdoor space for relaxation and entertaining.
Ample on-street parking is available directly in front of the property, providing convenient parking for residents and visitors alike.
Combining generous living space with a desirable location, 52 Forest Hill presents an excellent opportunity for a range of buyers.
Accommodation - entrance porch - hallway - lounge - kitchen - bathroom - three bedooms - Internally The property is entered through an entrance porch in to a welcoming hallway with access to the lounge, kitchen and family bathroom.
On the first floor there are three spacious bedrooms. Kitchen The kitchen is fitted with a good range of wall and base cabinetry overlaid with laminated worktops and matching splashbacks.
Incorporated is a stainless steel sink with mixer tap. Integrated appliances include an electric oven and gas hob with extractor hood.
There is space for a freestanding washing machine and fridge freezer as well as a small dining table and chairs.
Bathroom The bathroom is fitted with a modern 3-piece suite including WC, pedestal sink and bath with mixer shower and tiled splashbacks.
Externally The generous private rear garden is fully enclosed and arranged over several easy-to-maintain levels.
Steps from the back door lead down to a spacious timber deck, providing an ideal setting for outdoor dining, entertaining, or relaxing.
This opens onto a second, large decking area before continuing to a stone-chipped section and a lawn with a monoblock pathway.
At the foot of the garden, a concrete area offers a practical space for garden sheds or additional storage. Location The property is located within a very popular residential area.
A fully comprehensive range of amenities and facilities are readily available a short walk away within 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 and integrated appliances are to be included within the sale. Services All mains services, gas central heating and double glazing.
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.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
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