Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Montrose, Angus

Montrose is an elegant town approximately mid-way between Dundee and Aberdeen on the north east coast. This Royal Burgh is considered by local residents to be the most pleasant and interesting of the Angus towns, rich in history and with lovely sandy beaches to the north and south. Montrose was once a thriving port, trading with European countries, and the wealthy 18th and 19th century merchants built their houses gable-end to the street, in imitation of the Continental style. This earned the townsfolk the nickname of 'gable-endies', which stands to this day. The estate agents in Montrose say that over the years Montrose has become popular with commuters to Aberdeen, with convenient access via the A90 or A92. The types of property for sale in Montrose include executive style detached villas, flats in modern purpose built blocks, bungalows, 19th century townhouses and terraced dwelling houses.

Amenities for properties in Montrose

The residents of Montrose benefit from a good selection of amenities, including a hospital, a medical centre, two leisure centres, a swimming pool, local shops and supermarkets. Families considering Montrose property will discover the town has both primary and secondary education. There are also independent schools in the area, including Lathallan and Dundee High School, Robert Gordon's College, and further afield there's The Albyn and St Margaret's School for Girls in Aberdeen. Many children travel daily to schools in Dundee and Aberdeen by train from Montrose. Golfers are well catered for with several golf courses in the town, and championship courses at Letham Grange and Carmoustie. There is a sailing club at Montrose Basin where there is also an internationally renowned Wildlife Centre.

Transport for Montrose

If you are searching for houses for sale in Montrose you will the town is close to the A92 coast road that runs from Stonehaven to Dundee via Montrose and Arbroath, whilst inland the A90 dual carriageway runs north from Dundee to Aberdeen.

Montrose is served by the East Coast railway, with regular services to Aberdeen and to the south. Dundee Airport is close-by, with a range of domestic and European flights and a direct flight to London City Airport.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Montrose, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Arbroath, Brechin and Forfar.