Duncan Ure · Compass Estates
Estate agent in Stranraer
Some of the best value in the south west. Large period homes, marketed to reach buyers across the water.
Selling your home in Stranraer
A local agent who knows Stranraer
Stranraer is the largest town in the west of the region and offers some of the best value property in Dumfries and Galloway. Large Victorian and Edwardian townhouses are available here at prices that would be impossible further east, alongside terraces, semis, bungalows and waterfront homes on Loch Ryan.
Its position as a gateway town matters. The Cairnryan ferries to Belfast, a few miles to the north, mean Stranraer attracts Northern Irish buyers as well as those from across Scotland looking for space and character at an accessible price. The market is steady rather than overheated, which lets buyers and sellers transact at fair values.
Value properties still need proper marketing to achieve their best price. I photograph, film and list every Stranraer home across the major portals, with a social campaign that reaches buyers on both sides of the water, and you deal with me directly throughout.
Your marketing package
Every Stranraer 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.
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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 Stranraer: Stranraer's ferry link to Belfast widens the buyer pool. A targeted social campaign reaches Northern Irish buyers alongside full UK portal exposure.
Local knowledge
Stranraer at a glance
Schools
Stranraer Academy and a full range of primaries.
Transport
The A75 to Dumfries, around 75 miles, and the Cairnryan ferry port for sailings to Belfast.
Getting around
Dumfries is around 75 miles east. Cairnryan port is a few miles north.
Local highlights
Loch Ryan, the waterfront, the Cairnryan ferries to Belfast and the gateway to the Rhins of Galloway.
Property market snapshot
The Stranraer market
Typical sold price
around £140,000
Varies widely by property type and location.
Price range
£55,000 to £500,000+
From entry-level homes to the top of the local market.
Postcode · population
DG9
Population ~10,000.
Figures are indicative and intended as a guide. For an accurate, evidence-based figure for your own home, I offer a free valuation in Stranraer.
No pressure, no obligation
Thinking about selling in Stranraer?
Book a free, no-obligation valuation. I will come to you, in person, at a time that suits, including Saturdays.
Need to sell quickly? See your options for selling your house fast in Stranraer, with the figures and fees for each.
Before you sell
Guides for selling in Stranraer
- What is my house worth in Dumfries & Galloway?How a proper house valuation works in Dumfries & Galloway: why online estimates miss, what I look at, and how to get a figure that stands up.
- What does a Home Report cost in Scotland?What a Home Report costs, how long it stays valid, and what the surveyor checks. A plain guide for sellers in Dumfries & Galloway.
- How long to sell a house in Dumfries & GallowayHow long does it really take to sell a house in Dumfries & Galloway? A straight answer on Home Report, marketing, missives and settlement timing.
- Offers over explained in ScotlandWhat 'offers over' really means, how the guide price gets set, and how closing dates work for sellers in Dumfries & Galloway.
Buying in Stranraer and need to sell first? Book a free valuation and I will tell you what your current home should achieve.
Common questions
Selling in Stranraer, answered
Is Stranraer good value for property?
Stranraer offers some of the best value in south-west Scotland. Large Victorian townhouses that would cost £400,000 or more in central Scotland are available from £150,000 to £200,000. For buyers seeking space and character at an accessible price, Stranraer is worth serious consideration.
What are property prices in Stranraer?
Average sold prices are around £140,000. Larger detached Victorian homes can be found from £180,000, and more affordable terraced and semi-detached properties from £70,000.
Does Stranraer have ferry connections?
Cairnryan, a few miles north of Stranraer, is the port for P&O and Stena Line ferries to Belfast. This connection attracts Northern Irish buyers looking for Scottish property.
What is the property market like in Stranraer?
Demand is solid, particularly for larger family homes and properties with character. The market is not overheated, which means buyers and sellers can transact at fair values.
Can I sell my house fast in Stranraer?
Yes. As well as a standard open market sale, there are two quicker routes: auction, or an off-market sale to a cash investor. Each one trades price for speed in a different way. I have set out all three, with the figures and fees, on my sell your house fast page.
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