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About
This attractive three-bedroom semi-detached villa is set within the ever-popular Mollanbowie Estate in Balloch, just a short distance from the shores of Loch Lomond.
The accommodation opens with an entrance porch leading into a welcoming reception hallway with useful under-stair storage.
The bright, generously proportioned lounge features a charming fireplace and flows through to a dedicated dining area with ample space for a large table and chairs.
The well-appointed kitchen offers a range of base and wall units and direct access to the rear garden. Upstairs, the property provides two spacious double bedrooms and a well-sized single bedroom.
Bedroom One benefits from impressive wall-to-wall mirrored wardrobes, offering excellent storage while enhancing the sense of space and light.
The modern shower room is fitted with a contemporary white suite, including vanity storage beneath the sink and a large walk-in cubicle with a thermostatic shower.
The home benefits from excellent storage throughout, double glazing, and gas-fired central heating.
Garden Grounds & Garage Externally, a side driveway comfortably accommodates two to three vehicles and leads to a detached garage.
The front garden features a neat lawn bordered by mature shrubs and bushes.
The enclosed rear garden offers a mix of lawn and patio areas, surrounded by established planting and timber fencing, creating a private and versatile outdoor space.
Surrounding Area The property is ideally positioned within level walking distance of local schools and around 15 minutes from Balloch railway station, which provides regular services to Glasgow City Centre.
Major trunk roads are easily accessible, offering convenient commuting across West and Central Scotland.
Balloch Country Park and Loch Lomond are just minutes away, offering stunning scenery, luxury hotels, acclaimed restaurants, and a wealth of outdoor and water-based activities.
Lomond Shores, a popular retail and leisure destination, is approximately a 20-minute walk from the property.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
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About 23, Castle Avenue, Balloch
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