Summary - 2/1, 38, OBAN DRIVE, GLASGOW G20 6LR
1 bed 1 bath Apartment
Second-floor one-bedroom flat, about 557 sq ft
Allocated off-street parking—valuable for West End location
Open-plan living room with large window and modern finishes
Communal outside drying green for practical laundry use
EPC B and Council Tax band C; running costs likely reasonable
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal for remote work
Located near Botanic Gardens, Byres Road, and University of Glasgow
Located in a very deprived area—may affect resale and neighbourhood feel
This modern one-bedroom second-floor flat in North Kelvinside offers compact, well-laid-out living close to Glasgow’s West End amenities. The open-plan living room with integrated kitchen and large window gives a bright social space for everyday life or entertaining. Allocated off-street parking and a communal outside drying green add practical convenience that’s rare in the area.
At about 557 sq ft, the apartment suits first-time buyers, students or investors seeking a manageable, low-maintenance home near the Botanic Gardens, Byres Road and the University of Glasgow. EPC B and an affordable Council Tax band C help keep running costs reasonable. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, useful for home working or streaming.
Buyers should note the property sits within a very deprived local area, which can affect neighbourhood character and long-term resale dynamics. The flat is freehold and shows modern finishes, but purchasers wanting more space should expect compact room sizes. No flooding risk is recorded.
Overall, the home presents a sensible entry into the West End market with clear practical benefits—parking, transport links and proximity to shops and leisure—balanced against the wider area’s deprivation profile.
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