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AREA SPOTLIGHT

Peebles Jedburgh Eyemouth
The Royal Burgh of Peebles enjoys a setting Ten miles north of the English border, Just five miles north of the border,
nestled in the rolling Border hills, straddling the Jedburgh is a charming and colourful market Eyemouth is a pleasant harbour town
River Tweed, and is a very popular place for town that’s ideal for families or downsizers that’s a perfect place for those who
families and commuters to call home, thanks to looking for a slower, more relaxed pace of long to live by the water. Boasting fine
its direct and easy access to Edinburgh, and its life. Filled with attractive architecture, historic coastal scenery and a vibrant fishing
highly-regarded secondary school. Picturesque abbeys and plentiful cafes, restaurants and industry, Eyemouth’s attractions also
Peebles is well known for its arty community, shops, Jedburgh offers much to enjoy for all include a natural harbour and a wide Eyemouth
with a selection of festivals taking place ages. There’s also plenty for history buffs to sandy bay. There’s plenty to do too, with
throughout the year: from the famous Beltane enjoy, with a Blue Plaque trail commemorating a renowned golf course and a state-of-
Festival, to jazz, arts and food festivals. the many iconic visitors and events Jedburgh the-art leisure centre. for homes here is higher than in many
has played host to. other parts of the Borders, and buyers
Peebles properties currently have an average Property selling prices in Eyemouth are have needed to bid an average of 106% of
selling price of £231,360, and buyers bid around A Jedburgh property would set you back £192,471 £185,450 on average, and homes take the Home Report valuation to purchase a
101.7% of the Home Report valuation to secure on average, and you could secure a home here 20 days to go under offer. Competition property.
a home here. Properties take 35 days to go for 99.2% of the Home Report valuation figure.
under offer. The Jedburgh market has a median selling time
of 32 days – matching its relaxed vibe.
Hawick Duns and competitive place in the Borders to buy
The largest of the Border towns, Hawick Selkirk Quaint Duns (a former county town) property, with an average selling price of
is internationally renowned for producing The Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk has an elegant feel, with a market square, a £307,595. Homes here go under offer in just
fine quality knitwear, and is a major centre for is a historic town renowned for its famous castle and other historical buildings boasting nine days, so you need to act fast, and homes
industry in the region. You can therefore expect residents, including William Wallace and Sir abundant historical interest. Surrounded by have achieved 109.1% of their Home Report
to see many shops offering a large selection of Walter Scott to name a few. It’s also famous rolling hills offering glorious views, Duns is an valuation on average.
superb knitwear and cashmere! If fashion’s not for its stunning scenery, and its proximity to ideal base for lovers of the great outdoors.
your thing however, there’s plenty more Hawick St Mary’s Loch. With plenty to see and do, St Boswells
has to offer – including acres of riverside walks, and an abundant history to explore, Selkirk If you’d like to buy a home in Duns, the The charming village of St Boswells,
the recently reopened Borders Distillery for a is a charming place to call home, rich with average property price is £237,442, and just a few minutes’ drive from Melrose, is
wee dram, and plenty of outdoor activities too. tradition and community spirit. buyers need to bid around 104.2% of the an ideal home for those who want to enjoy
Home Report valuation to succeed. Homes a tranquil pace of life, in a peaceful setting.
Hawick homes cost on average £131,056, taking In 2023, properties in Selkirk have had an here don’t stay on the market for long, with a The village is ideally suited to those who love
a median time of 39 days to go under offer. average selling price of £169,216, and buyers median selling time of 21 days. the outdoors, as it boasts access to many
Again, if you’re interested in buying property have paid an average of 97.6% of the Home well-known walks, all offering breathtaking
here, you could be in line to snap up a home Report valuation. Homes here are on the Melrose scenery, but the village itself also offers an
for under the Home Report valuation, with the market for around 20 days before going Melrose is one of the most sought-after array of amenities and local businesses.
average amount paid in 2023 sitting at 96.6%. under offer.
places in the Borders to call home, and it’s
easy to see why. With gorgeous scenery, a Property in St Boswells sells for £202,729 on
packed calendar of community events, plenty average and takes 15 days to go under offer.
of amenities and a fascinating history, there’s Homes here achieve 104.8% of their Home
much for residents and visitors alike to enjoy. Report valuation on average.
Melrose is currently the most expensive

Ready to start your search for your dream Borders home today? Head to espc.com to start your
Melrose search – and check out the article on page 12 from Borders-based Hastings Legal, on what you need
to know about relocating to the countryside.
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