Cities are back in fashion, urban populations are growing faster than ever and those bored of cows and never ending fields in the countryside are returning to Scotland’s most loved cities where it’s all going on, according to CKD Galbraith.
The firm has reported a surge in demand for city and town properties across Scotland, especially in the popular cities of Aberdeen, Inverness and Edinburgh where prices continue to grow steadily and sales figures have increased for the firm.
ABERDEEN
Jordan MacKay from the Aberdeen office said: “The firm’s expertise in successful city sales is supported by the full matching service we provide. Our team are very friendly and approachable, always following up on all viewings, brochure and home report requests and work very hard to prepare the best marketing and sales strategy for clients selling in the city.”
Hot properties available there include, 28 Hilton Heights, which is situated two miles from the city centre. A bright and spacious top floor flat it forms part of an exclusive development set in beautifully landscaped gardens. This two bedroom property is ideally located in the popular Hilton area of Aberdeen; set in a peaceful residential area yet all the restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment facilities you could expect from the oil capital of Europe.
Given the property’s central location it would make an ideal first time purchase or flat for those studying or working at Robert Gordon University, the University of Aberdeen or the Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
- 28 Hilton Heights is currently on the market for offers over £210,000. Contact: 01224 860710.
INVERNESS
Evidence of a more buoyant economy is for all to see in the Inverness property market as well. Phiddy Robertson, from CKD Galbraith’s Inverness office, reported; “Demand is high across the board and with the opening this year of the new university campus on the eastern fringes of the city and further leisure investment in the city centre, we expect this level of demand in Inverness to continue.
“Quality of life has always been a major appeal to those looking to buy in Inverness; a city that offers a vibrant and modern heart and yet is just a short distance from the spectacular and unspoilt countryside of the Highlands. The Westminster governments’ ‘pension freedoms’, which have been recently introduced, will release funds for investment and this is a good time to target prospective purchasers who may be looking to acquire buy to let properties in the city centre.”
Currently for sale in the popular area of Westhill, Inverness is Birchwood; a delightful family home benefiting from all the conveniences of immediate in-town facilities whilst enjoying easy access to the scenic surrounding countryside. The house dates from the 1960s and has been carefully renovated and retains many of its original features. Inverness is a mere two miles away yet Birchwood is set in a peaceful residential setting and has within its grounds a small, wooded glade, with the Muckovie Burn running through it leading to Drumossie Moor and enjoyable walking country.
- Birchwood is available for a guide price £390,000. For further information please contact CKD Galbraith’s Inverness office on 01463 224343.
