How to find the perfect Glasgow property

Jan 8 2010 By Damien Porter

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More and more people are discovering the beautiful city of Glasgow. It has a lively, cosmopolitan feel to it, and a reputation for warmth and vitality. Situated on the banks of the world-famous River Clyde, those fortunate enough to live there make the most of the local arts scene and cultural diversity.

For those looking to move to the city, every kind of property is available to rent or buy. Thanks to the presence of Glasgow University, there are plenty of flats and bedsits situated throughout the local area. There are more than 20,000 students in the city, so it’s not surprising there are so many places to go round.

The area surrounding the beautiful Kelvingrove Park has many striking homes. Tree-lined avenues abound, as do some wonderful large townhouses. Mixed in with some trendy apartments, it has a friendly, village-like feel. The nearby Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum adds to the atmosphere.

The Merchant City is known as the cultural centre, and has a lively mix of super-cool apartments and warm, inviting family houses. There are many local bars and restaurants, which help to maintain a feel of individuality in the district. With a wealth of available property, Glasgow’s Merchant City is extremely popular.

The East End still features plenty of Glasgow’s famous tenement buildings, and also contains Celtic Park, home of Celtic FC. It was once home to much of the city’s industrial heartland and nowadays has a bohemian feel to it. There are many new housing projects in the area, thanks to some expansive regeneration work in recent times.

The South Side is home to some extremely well-known areas, such as The Gorbals and Govan. Celtic’s great rivals, Rangers FC, are based in the area, as is the world-famous Hampden Park. The area is largely residential, and has also benefitted from investment in the past few years.

In the north of the city, urban redevelopment has transformed the local area. New housing estates have replaced some of the old tenement buildings, giving the region a certain sense of rebirth. It’s fast becoming one of the most popular parts of this beautiful region of Scotland.

There are so many letting agents throughout the city who can guide you through the ups and downs of the property market. Whether you’re looking for a bedsit or student flat, or a grand Edwardian townhouse, there are experts who know exactly where to look. It’s reassuring to know this can all be done with a minimum of time and effort.

In 1990, Glasgow was named a European City of Culture, a respected and much sought-after accolade. Since then, the city’s international standing has been constantly on the increase, and it has rapidly become an exceedingly attractive place to live.

It’s home to many beautiful parks and open spaces, and has a wealth of world-renowned art galleries and museums. The city’s nightlife is lively and bustling, and there are many superb music venues. The transport links are excellent, and Glasgow Airport is one of the busiest in the United Kingdom.

Glaswegians enjoy a high quality of life, and it’s not surprising. There are so many wonderful areas of the city, and some superb facilities and events. People are queuing up to move to the area – now is a good time to join them.