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Apartments for sale at Pollokshaws Living

With Glasgow’s Southside gaining a lot of attention in recent years it’s been inevitable that there will be more people searching for homes. However there is a negative side to this – increased house prices due to demand. That is when the Urban Union team saw the opportunity to develop affordable housing in nearby Pollokshaws, which allows homeowners to enjoy the locality but at a fraction of a cost.

Simply moving that short 5/ 10 minute distance from Shawland’s main stretch, Kilmarnock Road, can make all the difference.

New build one and two bedroom apartments available within Glasgow's Southside

One and two bedroom apartments available

Whether you are a first time buyer or a couple, you can be rest assured that your new home will be provided to you at a below average price compared to other properties within the area.

Not only do they look great, but our new homes follow a modern specification which makes them highly energy efficient and helps to reduce energy bills going forward.

We’ve also catered to the lack of space traditionally associated to apartments by including fitted wardrobes and dedicated utility space within our one and two bedroom apartment options.

And they are provided to you as a completely blank canvas, meaning you can easily make one your dream home.

 

The area local to our Pollokshaws Living development

However, if our apartment options alone are not selling the development to you, then perhaps the area will.

Pollokshaws Living is nestled in a quaint area of Pollokshaws, sitting just off any main traffic routes, meaning you can enjoy an easy commute but not have to worry about noise disruption throughout the day.

Nearby is the Auldhouse Retail Park, which houses leading brand such as Homebase, Costa Coffee and Aldi. You can also enjoy the independent boutiques and eateries that nearby Shawlands has to offer.

Or, if you would prefer a day in the city, the are is catered to with frequent public bus links, as well as local rail services via Pollokshaws West train station.

For more information on what there is to see and do, check out our blog – why buy a home in Pollokshaws, Glasgow South?

 

New build townhouses available in Pollokshaws Glasgow

Get in touch with our sales team

Feeling inspired to make the move? If you’re interested in making a reservation or simply just finding out more regarding our one and two bedroom apartments, please get in touch with our sales team via pollokshawsliving@urbanunionltd.co.uk or phone 07498 057112.

And for those with larger families, as well as our apartments, we also have 3 four bedroom townhouse plots currently available at Pollokshaws – plot 101, 102 &104

Why buy a home in Pollokshaws, Glasgow South?

 

The perfect mix of urban living and suburban life, Pollokshaws is fast growing in popularity and seeing increasing demand from homeowners and first time buyers looking to move in to the area.

Located in Glasgow’s south side, we ourselves have a housing development in the vicinity, where we are providing affordable home solutions for singles and growing families.

But what is so good about the area and why should you buy one of our new homes in Pollokshaws Living?

 

Houses for sale glasgow south close to city centre

Enjoy living close to Glasgow City Centre

Located just 15/ 20 mins from Glasgow City Centre, living in Pollokshaws means you can enjoy a quick and easy commute to work, thanks to a great selection of public transport and motorway links available.

This means that popular entertainment venues, like The SSE Hydro and SECC are almost on your doorstep. Meanwhile the Scottish National Stadium, Hampden Park, is just a short walking distance from the area.

And, with all the hassle taken out of day trips or night events, your social life can only benefit from it.

 

Enjoy a local cafe close to your home in Pollokshaws Glasgow

An abundance of local cafes and restaurants to enjoy

Or, if you’re looking to stay a little closer to home, Pollokshaws is neighbouring the trendy area of Shawlands which boasts a multi-cultured and bustling local community.

Residents all actively support local businesses within the area, and for this reason there are a large number of independently owned bakeries, bars, cafes and restaurants to visit.

Cafe Strange Brew, The Glad Cafe and Church on the Hill are just a few to name.

 

Pollok Country Park, close to Pollokshaws Living

Great walks close to home

And for the outdoor types/ dog owners, there are plenty of local parks and green space to enjoy.

From Pollok Country Park to Queen’s Park, as well as Rouken Glen further afield, you will not be short of adventure.

As well as this, there are a number of cultural sites locally, such as the free to enter and recently renovated Burrell Collection.

 

Silverburn Shopping centre, close to new homes at Pollokshaws Living

Large shopping destinations on your doorstep

However, if shopping is more your pastime of choice, you have the option to visit Silverburn Shopping centre – housing some of the UK and Europe’s leading brand names locally.

The site also plays host to Cineworld, Scotland’s first IMAX with Laser screen, as well as Pure Gym and Pure Spa & Beauty.

 

New build townhouses for sale within Pollokshaws Glasgow

View our apartments and townhouses for sale in Glasgow South

Feeling like this may be the move for you?

Expected to complete in early 2023, we have a range of new build apartments and townhouses currently available to reserve off plan within our current phase of works at Pollokshaws Living.

Prices start at just £165,995 for our one and two bedroom apartments, meanwhile our four bedroom family townhouses are available for a fixed priced of £305,995 and come with their own private garden.

Our new and improved website is now live!

We have had a busy few months at Urban Union with the latest release of properties at Pollokshaws Living which sold out in just one weekend, along with upcoming release at Pennywell Living.

Alongside our ongoing developments and property releases, we are delighted to launch our brand-new website that not only looks as vibrant as our communities but provides even more ways to view and enquire about properties for sale. Our new website enables the user to find out more about the areas, communities, and the property market in Glasgow and Edinburgh.

Updates to our website

You are probably aware that in our rapidly changing digital world, websites need a refresh from time to time to enhance the user experience so that people can find what they need quickly and easily.

If you take time to explore our new website you will find that we have updated the development pages, allowing you to see, at a glance, which units are available, coming soon or sold. We also have the facility for you to register your interest in specific upcoming developments and releases, and to view area guides for the areas that we are currently regenerating.

In addition, our News section has a range of useful information including interiors advice, mortgage, finance and housing market information, details on our community benefits and case studies on previous happy buyers.

One of the big changes we have made is to include virtual tours of our property types so you can really get a feel for what it’s like to live in an Urban Union home. We have also added a ‘What’s Available Now’ button so you can see what’s available at the touch of just one button.

Finally, once you’re ready to take the next step, we have information on the reservations process, a mortgage calculator and a simple contact form so that one of our sales advisors can get in touch with you to provide more information on our developments.

We really hope you enjoy using our new website, and if you have any queries or questions about the site or would like more information on one of our developments, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

 

Will Longer Mortgage Terms Be the Norm?

If you are considering purchasing your first home, you are probably watching the mortgage rates with interest. Over the last few years, we have seen historically low interest rates which have made mortgage borrowing more affordable.

The cost of living has been rising. Energy price caps have been pushed up (and they will rise even further in October), interest rates have risen five times since December, petrol and diesel are reaching record highs and food prices are increasing. With so much uncertainty around the cost of living, it is important to consider how much you can afford to pay for a new property and budget for your general living costs.

Mortgage payments have gone up since the start of the year and the average first-time buyer monthly mortgage payment for someone taking out a 90% loan-to-value mortgage, fixed for two years is currently 20% (+£163) higher it was at the start of the year.

If you are considering moving this year, work out what you can afford to pay and talk to a mortgage broker about fixing your mortgage for a longer term.

Buying new

By purchasing a newly built home, you can be safe in the knowledge that you won’t need to worry about costly repairs, renovations, or decorating work to make your home habitable.

You can move straight in with brand new appliances, secure windows and doors and a high EPC rating to keep your monthly energy bills down. You’ll have a warranty for peace of mind and when it comes to the purchase price, you can be safe in the knowledge that it has been competitively priced against the market in that area – and that you won’t have to put in an offer over the asking at closing date. At present, some areas are seeing offers over in excess of 15% making a first home out of reach for many first time buyers .

Fixing your mortgage

When you take out a mortgage, it will either be on a variable or fixed-rate basis. When you take out a fixed-rate mortgage your rate is guaranteed for a specific time frame. Most lenders enable you to fix your rate for anything from two to ten years – sometimes even longer although this is rare. A fixed rate mortgage gives peace of mind knowing exactly what you have to pay each month regardless of what happens with interest rates.
Usually, it’s cheaper to fix for just two years – with the mortgage rate increasing slightly the longer you fix your mortgage for. Over recent years, the gap between interest rates for two and five- or ten-year fixes has been closing and some deals are very similar. Previously the difference could be as much as 1%.

Fixing for more than two-years could give you peace of mind if you’re planning on staying in your home for a long time.
Once the fixed rate period ends, you will be automatically moved onto the lenders’ Standard Variable Rate (SVR) which is a higher rate of interest than a fixed rate. However, you can usually start to look at taking out a new mortgage deal up to six months before your deal ends.

If you’re considering a new home at a fixed price and with no renovation or decoration costs, talk to us at Urban Union.

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Downsizing? Here’s What to Consider

Moving to a smaller, more manageable property can be a great opportunity to save money and enjoy the things you love with the equity you have freed up by selling your home.

Referred to as downsizing, it’s often something people consider when their children have left home, and they are struggling with the upkeep costs and maintenance of an older, large property.

Although most people spend years wanting to upsize their living space, downsizing is the ideal solution if you’re simply eager for change and want to simplify your life.

Downsizing Advantages

There are lots of advantages to downsizing. If you have owned your property for several years, it will have increased in value – especially with the house prices rises we have seen since the start of the pandemic. According to Halifax, house prices went up by over 10% in the 12 months to February. You might have either paid off your mortgage in full or be close to doing so.

If this is the case, by selling your home and purchasing a cheaper property you will have equity left over to use for travel, a new car or even just to boost your retirement fund. You’ll have less upkeep, lower monthly bills, and reduced running costs.

Downsizing also gives you the opportunity to live in a home that is better suited to your needs and future-proofed for when you are less able. It could be on one level so that you won’t have to contend with stairs, have a smaller more manageable garden or be a newer property that won’t need maintaining.

Downsizing Disadvantages

It can be very difficult to move out of a family home if you have an emotional attachment to it. This is often the case if you have had your home for many years and have raised children there. Downsizing also means that you will have too many possessions to fit into a new smaller, home and getting rid of items can be difficult.
The chances are that there’s no need to downsize but it could improve your quality of life. In that case, you might want to consider equity release instead.

Bungalows are a popular choice for downsizers, but it’s worth considering that these are usually older properties and will need to be maintained just the same as a larger house. A new build home could be a better option in the long run.If the area in which you live doesn’t have any suitable properties, it can be difficult changing area meaning you don’t see friends or family as much and need to change your doctor/dentist/optician who you may have good relationships with.

When to Downsize

You can downsize at any time of your life. It could be once the children have left home and you have an ‘empty nest’ or it could be following a loss or divorce. If you’re considering downsizing, it’s essential that you do some due diligence on where to buy, how much you will need and what it will cost in fees. You also need to think carefully about how you’re going to reduce your possessions after all, you may have accumulated a lot of things over the years. The first thing you do – which could be the hardest – is to declutter to make it easier when you move.

If you aren’t looking forward to change and are moving because you can’t afford your existing home or need to free up money, it can be a difficult decision.

Preparation is Key

If you are thinking of downsizing, there are some things you can do now to make the right decision:

  • Make a list of the reasons you think downsizing could be the right move. Is there an alternative solution?
  • If you’re looking forward to downsizing, think about where you’d like to live. Do some research to find out the asking prices in the area, how much properties are selling for and what the availability is like.
  • Talk to a financial advisor to find out what your options are for equity release and to discuss what you will do with any money you free up from the sale of your home.
  • Start to declutter and get rid of things that you don’t want or need – you could donate to charity, give them to family members or sell them. This is a good opportunity to clear things out and save money on removals.
  • Prepare your home for a sale – are there any pressing repairs that need to be undertaken before selling, or would a lick of paint and redecoration boost your selling price? Talk to estate agents and get their advice.
  • Start to view properties for sale and register with estate agents so you can be alerted to properties as they become available, this could help you get ahead of other buyers.

If you’re looking to downsize, we have current availability for one- and two-bedroom apartments at Pollokshaws Living that would be ideal for downsizes. Find out more.

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