Duncan Ure · Compass Estates
Estate agent in Moffat
A character spa town with an above-average market. Marketing that suits the calibre of the homes.
Selling your home in Moffat
A local agent who knows Moffat
Moffat is a Victorian spa town and a popular tourist destination, and that gives it a distinctive, above-average property market. The handsome architecture, the broad high street and its position at the gateway to the Southern Uplands attract a strong second-home and retirement market alongside local buyers.
The housing here ranges from stone cottages and substantial Victorian homes to hotel conversions and rural and hill properties. Quality stock tends to sell above the regional average, and buyers are frequently relocating from central Scotland and beyond in search of a character home in a well-kept, active community.
Homes of this calibre deserve marketing to match. I photograph and film every Moffat instruction to show both the property and its setting at their best, with drone footage where the surrounding landscape adds to the story, and full portal exposure as standard.
Your marketing package
Every Moffat home, marketed in full
The same professional standard on every instruction. No upsells, no tiers.
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Professional photography
Every property is shot by a professional photographer. Strong images are the single biggest factor in how quickly a home sells.
02
Drone aerial footage
Aerial footage gives buyers a real sense of setting, scale and surroundings that ground-level photography cannot.
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Branded video tour
A scripted video tour accompanies every instruction, lifting engagement on Rightmove and Zoopla and holding buyer attention for longer.
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Full portal exposure
Live on Rightmove, Zoopla and OnTheMarket from day one, with a targeted Facebook and Instagram campaign on top.
In Moffat: Moffat draws lifestyle and retirement buyers from well beyond the region. Drone footage of the town's setting in the Southern Uplands is a strong asset for character and rural homes.
Local knowledge
Moffat at a glance
Schools
Moffat Academy, a small all-through school.
Transport
The A74(M) junction is around 15 minutes away, with the A708 to Selkirk. Public transport is limited.
Getting around
Lockerbie is around 15 miles south. Dumfries is about 21 miles south-west.
Local highlights
The Victorian spa heritage, the broad high street, the Grey Mare's Tail waterfall, the Devil's Beef Tub and the Southern Uplands on the doorstep.
Property market snapshot
The Moffat market
Typical sold price
around £230,000
Varies widely by property type and location.
Price range
£100,000 to £700,000+
From entry-level homes to the top of the local market.
Postcode · population
DG10
Population ~2,500.
Figures are indicative and intended as a guide. For an accurate, evidence-based figure for your own home, I offer a free valuation in Moffat.
No pressure, no obligation
Thinking about selling in Moffat?
Book a free, no-obligation valuation. I will come to you, in person, at a time that suits, including Saturdays.
Common questions
Selling in Moffat, answered
Why is Moffat called a spa town?
Moffat was a popular spa and health resort in the 18th and 19th centuries, built around sulphurous spring waters. The town's Victorian architecture reflects this heritage and gives it a distinctive character that still attracts buyers today.
What are house prices in Moffat?
Moffat has above-average prices for the region. Well-presented Victorian homes and character properties typically sell from £200,000, and larger detacheds and rural properties from £350,000 upward.
Is Moffat popular with second-home buyers?
Yes. Moffat attracts buyers from central Scotland and further afield looking for a character property in a well-maintained, active community with good access to the M74.
What outdoor activities are available near Moffat?
Moffat is surrounded by the Southern Uplands. The Grey Mare's Tail waterfall, the Devil's Beef Tub and extensive hill walking are immediately accessible. The area is also popular with cyclists.
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