Making the decision to buy your first home is an exciting prospect. Finding a starter home within your budget, however, often seems unachievable. It can be a challenge for first-time buyers hoping to purchase a property in the likes of Glasgow, but this is not the case in the beautiful towns and villages within commuting distance of the city. In areas such as Clydebank, Dunbarton, Helensburgh, and Paisley in the West of Scotland, there are plenty of fantastic flats and houses available on the market for under £100,000.

And when it comes to investing in that first home, you can have peace of mind the West of Scotland offers some of the best returns on investment in Scotland. To give you a better idea of what you can get for your money, here are five properties currently for sale through Caledonia Bureau for less than £100,000.

Dumbarton Road, Bowling (G60) – 2 Bedroom Flat

Fixed Price £93,000

Located within the desirable village of Bowling, close to the Bowling harbour, this two-bedroom flat is situated on the preferred first floor of a traditional red sandstone tenement.

Accommodation consists of: reception hall; spacious lounge with bay window, ample storage, and centrepiece fireplace; modern kitchen with floor standing and wall-mounted units and integrated oven hob and extractor; two double bedrooms with feature fireplace in bedroom two; modern bathroom comprising low flush WC, pedestal wash hand basin, and bath.

Fully double glazed and in superb decorative order throughout, this beautiful property has the added advantage of well-maintained communal gardens and an open outlook to the front and rear over parkland and the river Clyde. Early viewings are highly recommended.

East Argyle Street, Helensburgh (G84) – 2 Bedroom Flat

Offers Over £92,000

Enjoying a ground floor position in a traditional red sandstone tenement within the picturesque town of Helensburgh. Ideal for first-time buyers, the accommodation is in good decorative order throughout with quality fixtures and fittings.

The accommodation itself comprises: entrance vestibule; hallway with large storage cupboard; spacious lounge with feature fireplace; internal kitchen with floor and wall-mounted units, oven hob and extractor; two double bedrooms; and bathroom with WC, wash hand basin, and bath.

Features of the property include double glazing, gas central heating, secure door entry to close, and well-maintained communal gardens to the front and rear. Early viewings are highly recommended.

Saucel Place, Paisley (PA1) – 2 Bedroom Flat

Offers Over £92,000

An immaculate two-bedroom flat boasting an upper floor position within this popular modern development. Freshly decorated throughout, the property enjoys lots of natural lights and is conveniently placed in a central location, close to many local amenities in Paisley, including public transport and motorway access.

Accommodation comprises: reception hall; spacious lounge/dining room; modern fitted kitchen; two double size bedrooms; and modern bathroom. The property benefits from gas central heating, double glazing, security door entry, residents’ parking, and communal garden grounds. The perfect investment for first-time buyers or buy-to-let landlords.

Bulldale Place, Yoker (G14) – 2 Bedroom Flat

Offers Over £95,995

Rarely available, this well-presented flat in Yoker enjoys a preferred first floor placement within a very popular and convenient area. Located on the edge of Glasgow near to the River Clyde, Yoker is an extremely desirable location for commuters into the city.

The generously proportioned accommodation comprises: spacious dual aspect lounge with “Oak” effect laminated flooring; fitted kitchen with integrated stainless steel gas hob and electric fan-assisted oven; two double bedrooms with built-in mirrored wardrobes; master en-suite shower room; and good sized bathroom.

Additional features include gas central heating, double glazing, secure door entry system, private parking, and well maintained communal grounds. Local schooling, shopping, and sports and leisure facilities are also conveniently located nearby. Early viewing of this fantastic property is advised.

Gavinburn Street, Old Kilpatrick (G60) – 2 Bedroom Flat

Offers Over £77,950

Situated in the village of Old Kilpatrick, this delightful ground floor traditional flat enjoys open outlooks onto the park and benefits from a fantastic placement on the edge of the River Clyde, with popular walks along the Forth and Clyde Canal.

Ideally suited to first-time buyers and those looking to downside, the internal accommodation of the flat comprises: reception hallway with large storage cupboard; lounge with dining area; kitchen with floor and wall-mounted units; two double bedrooms with integrated wardrobe space; and family shower room with WC, wash hand basin, and shower cubicle.

As one of the West of Scotland’s longest-standing estate agents, we have had lots of experience managing the ups and downs of the housing market in recent times, so you can be confident you’ll be in safe hands when working with us. With an expert team by your side and a variety of properties on offer, including both property to let and homes for sale, Caledonia Bureau are confident that we can match you with the right home. Give our friendly team a call today, choosing from our offices in Clydebank, Helensburgh, Dumbarton and Paisley.