1 Bed Flats to Rent in Newtown St Boswells

We currently have 0 1-bedroom flats available to rent in Newtown St Boswells. Newtown St Boswells is the administrative capital of the Scottish Borders, home to Scottish Borders Council headquarters. Despite its official status, it's a modest, functional village that grew up around the now-closed railway junction. It sits at the crossroads of the A68 and A699, giving it a central location within the Borders. The village has a practical rather than picturesque character, but its central position and proximity to Melrose (2 miles) and the Borders Railway at Tweedbank (5 miles) make it a convenient base. Rental properties are affordable and represent good value given the central location. One-bedroom flats rent from £400-£525, two-bedroom properties from £500-£675, and three-bedroom houses from £625-£850. The housing stock is a mix of older cottages and terraces, 20th-century housing, and some modern developments. The village is smaller and less characterful than its neighbours, which keeps prices competitive. Transport links are a strength: the A68 provides direct access to the Scottish Borders (about 38 miles, 60 minutes), and the A699 connects to Kelso. The Borders Railway at Tweedbank is a short drive or cycle. Bus services run frequently on the A68 corridor. The Borders General Hospital is about 3 miles away near Melrose. Amenities are basic within the village — a small number of shops and services — but Melrose and Galashiels are both within easy reach for comprehensive shopping. Newtown St Boswells Primary School serves the village, and secondary pupils attend Earlston High School. The village suits Scottish Borders Council employees, families seeking affordable housing near Melrose without Melrose prices, and anyone who values a central location with good road connections. It's a practical, no-nonsense choice in the heart of the Borders.