November Property News

What can you get in the Scottish Borders for the UK average selling price?

According to a report by Halifax (the UK’s largest mortgage lender) £281,974 was the average selling price for homes in October 2023.

This November, we look at what the average selling price could get you in the beautiful Borders.

Jean Lawrie Court, St Boswells

7 Jean Lawrie Court is positioned in a premium plot to the end of the cul de sac; with a well-appointed garden backing onto a treeline boundary and field beyond. The property itself has been well maintained and presents as an ideal home for those looking to retire to the village, or indeed a family in search of a forever home.

The Crummels, Eyemouth

An exclusive detached modern home on the edge of Eyemouth; immaculately presented accommodation, low maintenance garden and private parking

Quietly nestled on the outer edge Eyemouth, The Crummels is one of two exclusively built detached properties which were completed in 2007.

Jim Clark Drive, Chirnside

A south facing detached bungalow which enjoys a lovely open outlook and provides immaculately presented and perfectly maintained accommodation

Positioned to the outer edge of this popular residential area on a no through road with no passing traffic, 1 Jim Clark Drive benefits from an open southerly outlook with views towards The Cheviots in the distance.

Still Haugh, Fountainhall

Looking to spend a little more than the UK average? A modern built contemporary home nestled in the rolling hills, 18 Still Haugh is a fantastic find for those in search of a balance between quintessential country village life, while having fantastic access to amenities and within striking distance of Edinburgh.

18 Still Haugh sits in a small private development in the Borders Village of Fountainhall, which has a thriving community and is surrounded by glorious landscape.

Roberts Avenue, Selkirk

Looking to spend a little less than the UK average? In a generous plot sheltered by mature garden and trees, Hamptons Loade is a modern built detached bungalow enjoying a peaceful setting with wonderful privacy and endless cope for modernisation or extension.

This four bedroom property would be an ideal choice for a family in search of a forever home, or indeed those looking to downsize to an accessible property with a wide range of amenities within walking distance.



“The average selling price for a home in the UK in October 2023 was £281,974.”Halifax Bank

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•   We regularly achieve more than the Home Report Value for our Sellers, often at Closing Date

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