Livingston is the second biggest town in the Lothians after Edinburgh, with a population of approximately 50,000. Up until 1962 Livingston was open farmland surrounding a fairly ancient village on the road from Edinburgh to Glasgow. After 40 years of spectacular growth, what was once "Livingston New Town" has for some time been known as Livingston. Estate agents in Livingston say the key factor in Livingston's success has been its location. Lying just 15 miles west of Edinburgh it has benefitted from the capital's economic success in recent years. The result has been a boom in house building, accompanied by high levels of investment in shopping and other services in the town. There is a good selection of property for sale in Livingston, including apartments in purpose built modern blocks, terraced houses, executive style detached villas, bungalows and town houses.
Amenities for properties in Livingston
With two major shopping centres, Livingston is a shopper's paradise. Almondvale Shopping Centre and Livingston Designer Outlet offer a mixture of High Street Stores and Designer Brands. There are also three major retail parks nearby. When you need a rest from shopping, Livingston has plenty of cafés, tea shops and restaurants. There is also a lively nightlife, with numerous pubs and clubs, or for a quieter night out, Livingston Designer Outlet is home to an eight-screen cinema. If you like to lead a healthy lifestyle, there are a number of health and fitness suites and a leisure pool. There are also a number of country parks, and for the golfing enthusiast, Deer Park Country Golf Club. Livingston also offers a number of arts and cultural activities. Families with children who are considering Livingston property will discover there are plenty of schools for children of all ages.
Transport for Livingston
If you are searching for houses for sale in Livingston you will discover the town is close to junction 3 off the M8 motorway. Half-hourly services operate from Livingston railway station to Edinburgh Waverley, Haymarket and Edinburgh Park stations. And by air, Livingston is within easy reach of both Glasgow and Edinburgh international airports.
Surrounding areas
While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Livingston, you may like to extend your search and explore neighbouring areas to search for property for sale in Broxburn, South Queensferry and West Calder.
house, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
RE/MAX Property are delighted to offer for sale this spacious modern detached 4 bedroom villa, which offers fantastic family accommodation in a highly sought after location.
house, 4 bedrooms
• A well presented modern detached villa set within a cul-de-sac in the ever popular Murieston district of Livingston, providing easy access to the train station and Williamston Primary school....
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Well-proportioned two bedroom semi-detached house which offers spacious accommodation in a highly sought after locale. Comprising:
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house, 4 bedrooms
Tucked away in a quiet, child friendly cul de sac this superbly presented four bedroom two bathroom house has been a much loved home for the present owners for the last eight years. Centrally...
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Situated in a quiet cul de sac in leafy Murieston this smart, three bedroom detached house has been a great home for the present owners for the last eight years: great neighbours, a supportive...
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Fabulously Spacious Upper Apartment
This exceptionally large top floor garden flat comprises an Entrance Vestibule, Spacious Lounge, Breakfasting Kitchen, Generously Sized Bedroom, Show
house, 3 bedrooms
Your Move are pleased to bring to the market, this spacious, mid terraced villa located within a desired area, well placed for local amenities and good road networks. The property benefits from...
flat, 2 bedrooms
• Ground floor main door flat set within a cul-de-sac of a popular residential development in the Ladywell district of Livingston. The property would now benefit from a degree of cosmetic...
house, 3 bedrooms
• Well proportioned end of terrace home located in a residential development close to Livingston town centre. (contd...)
house, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom
Viewing is highly recommended of this tastefully presented and well proportioned mid terraced two bedroom house, which offers spacious modern accommodation in the highly sought after locale of...