Skip to content
Get brand editions for Rettie, Melrose

West Port, Selkirk, Scottish Borders

PROPERTY TYPE

Apartment

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

1,292 sq ft

120 sq m

TENURE
Describes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.

Freehold

Key features

  • Duplex Apartment
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Town Centre Location
  • Private Rear Garden
  • Private Entrance

Description

A fantastic opportunity to acquire an attractive 3 bedroom double upper, in the heart of Selkirk with the added benefit of a private garden to the rear. Thought to date back to circa 1890, Comiston retains many of its original features, now offering comfortable, modern living space over two floors with fantastic views across the town and valley of the Ettrick.


Accommodation Comprises
Ground Floor
Private entrance hallway off a shared vennel.

First Floor
Hall landing, breakfasting kitchen, sitting room with dining room.

Second Floor
Three Double Bedrooms, Family Bathroom.

Garden Grounds
Private Rear Gardens.


Distances
Galashiels 7 miles, Melrose 7 miles, Hawick 11 miles, Peebles 21 miles, Edinburgh 42 miles,
Tweedbank Railway Terminus 6 miles.


Situation
Comiston is located just a few steps away from the centre of the historic and popular market town of Selkirk. The Royal and Ancient Burgh of Selkirk is located in the Central Borders, beautifully situated on the banks of the Ettrick Water. The town boasts excellent leisure facilities which includes a nine-hole golf course, tennis courts, swimming pool and fitness centre as well as rugby, football, and cricket clubs. There is a good range of local amenities, with several hotels, pubs, independent coffee shops including the well regarded Three Hills Coffee, butchers, bakers and a monthly farmers market, the thriving town of Galashiels offers a wider range of amenities just 8 miles away. Local tourist attractions include Bowhill House and Country Park, Abbotsford, Halliwell’s House, Haining House, and nearby St. Mary’s Loch. For the sporting enthusiast there are variety of outdoor pursuits in the area including fishing on the River Tweed, golf, hill walking, horse riding, mountain biking in Tweed Valley and a selection of field sports. Local schooling is excellent with three primary schools and secondary schooling at Selkirk High. The well-known St Mary’s Preparatory School is situated in the nearby town of Melrose. Selkirk is centrally located providing easy access to Edinburgh and the North of England via the A7 which runs through Selkirk. Tweedbank (6 miles) has a station on the Borders Railway, offering a journey time to central Edinburgh of around 55 minutes.


EPC Rating - D
Council Tax - B
Tenure - Freehold






EPC Rating: D
Council Tax Band: B
COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: B
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Ask agent
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
Ask agent

West Port, Selkirk, Scottish Borders

Add your favourite places to see how long it takes you to get there.

__mins driving to your place

Check how much you can borrow
Get a Mortgage in Principle
You'll have a personalised result in just 20 minutes and you could get viewings faster when you find the home you want, with no impact on your credit score.Powered bynationwideThe Nationwide Logo represents a symbol of financial strength and community, empowering members to achieve their goals
Recently sold & under offer
See similar nearby properties
Get brand editions for Rettie, Melrose

About Rettie, Melrose

1 Abbey Street, Melrose, TD6 9PX
Industry affiliations:
Rettie in the Borders
The Trusted Face of Property in the Borders

Located in the market town of Melrose, close to the famous Abbey, our Borders office offers unrivalled local knowledge and connections, along with the personal service for which Rettie & Co. is famous.

We are perfectly placed to help you if you are interested in buying or selling property anywhere in this beautiful part of the country.

Rettie Financial Services

At Rettie Financial Services we understand that everybody's property journey is different. That's why we're with you every step of the way. Whatever your mortgage, insurance or other financial needs, and however complex your challenges, we have the expertise and experience to provide a tailored service that will deliver for you.

Our experienced certified Mortgage & Protection Advisors have been advising clients for many years, providing extensive insight and knowledge. With access to more than 12,000 mortgages from over 90 lenders, we'll help you find the mortgage deal that's right for you.

To book your free initial mortgage consultation with one of our Mortgage & Protection Advisors, pop into your local branch, or contact us on financialservices@rettie.co.uk or 03301 759 977.

For insurance business we offer products from a choice of insurers.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage

Beautiful Homes

The Melrose team deals with a wide range of exceptional Border properties - from estates and fine family homes through to picturesque steadings and cottages. Their attractions appeal to buyers, not just from Scotland, but from across England and beyond.

Local Expertise

We have unrivalled knowledge of the Borders market and have strong links to the locality. They are the trusted face of property in the region

A Wonderful Place to Live

The Borders is a highly sought-after area in which to live in thanks to its stunning scenery and beautiful towns and villages. The recent reconnection of the Borders Railway means that there is now an easy and rapid commute to Edinburgh. Links to England are also excellent, making the Borders an ideal place to work and bring up a family.

Rettie Research

As with all our regional offices, Rettie Borders is supported by our in-house research team, which means they have the latest market information and analysis at their fingertips.

Your mortgage

Per year
Lender usually expects a 10% deposit
%
Choose between 1 and 40 years
Years
%
Monthly repayments
£841
We think you can borrow up to
Add your household income above
Powered bynationwideThe Nationwide Logo represents a symbol of financial strength and community, empowering members to achieve their goals
These results are estimates and are only intended as a guide. Make sure you obtain accurate figures from your lender before committing to any mortgage. Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage.

Notes

These notes are private, only you can see them.

Staying secure when looking for property

Ensure you're up to date with our latest advice on how to avoid fraud or scams when looking for property online.

Visit our security centre to find out more

Disclaimer - Property reference MEL230220. The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. Rightmove.co.uk makes no warranty as to the accuracy or completeness of the advertisement or any linked or associated information, and Rightmove has no control over the content. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by Rettie, Melrose. Please contact the selling agent or developer directly to obtain any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 or the Home Report if in relation to a residential property in Scotland.

*This is the average speed from the provider with the fastest broadband package available at this postcode. The average speed displayed is based on the download speeds of at least 50% of customers at peak time (8pm to 10pm). Fibre/cable services at the postcode are subject to availability and may differ between properties within a postcode. Speeds can be affected by a range of technical and environmental factors. The speed at the property may be lower than that listed above. You can check the estimated speed and confirm availability to a property prior to purchasing on the broadband provider's website. Providers may increase charges. The information is provided and maintained by Decision Technologies Limited.
**This is indicative only and based on a 2-person household with multiple devices and simultaneous usage. Broadband performance is affected by multiple factors including number of occupants and devices, simultaneous usage, router range etc. For more information speak to your broadband provider.

Map data ©OpenStreetMap contributors.