New Homes to Rent in Galashiels
New homes to rent in Galashiels are newly built homes let to tenants, either by a private landlord, a build to rent owner or, for affordable and social rent, a council or housing association. Land to Homes plans new homes for rent but has none available yet. You can register interest so we can contact you if homes are brought forward.
Galashiels · TD1Register your interest
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- Free to registerNo fees, no deposit, no obligation
- Hear firstIf homes are released near you
- Affordable homesWith councils and housing associations
- Clear informationTenure, specification and warranty
- UK-wideEngland, Wales, Scotland and NI
Homes we plan around Galashiels
Galashiels is the main town we cover in Scottish Borders, centred on postcode district TD1. Hawick is the closest neighbouring place we cover, at about 13 miles, followed by Kelso and Peebles.
Registrations for Galashiels cover two- and three-bedroom family homes, homes for affordable rent and one- and two-bedroom apartments. In Scotland, where Galashiels sits, planning decisions are made by the council as planning authority (or a national park authority in its area).
Register for Galashiels and we will contact you if we bring homes forward nearby.
What you get in Galashiels
Signposting to advice
We cannot advise on individual tenancy problems, but we can point you to independent housing advice services in your nation.
Clear information first
Before any home is offered, expect the rent, the tenancy type, the deposit arrangements and what is included to be set out in writing.
No homes to let yet
Land to Homes is a new business and has no rented homes available. We will contact you if suitable homes are brought forward in your area.
Register interest for free
Tell us the area, type of home and timing you need. There are no fees, no holding deposits and no applications at this stage.
Planning and land rules in Galashiels
Renting privately in Galashiels? Since December 2017, almost all new private lets in Scotland are private residential tenancies, which are open-ended: a landlord can only end one on specified grounds, not because a fixed term has finished. The Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 is bringing in further rent and eviction measures. New-build buyers usually receive a structural warranty and may want a snagging survey before settlement. We have no homes available yet, but you can register interest.
In Scotland, most private lets are open-ended private residential tenancies, and private landlords must register with their council. The Housing (Scotland) Act 2025 allows rent control areas to be designated, with exemptions for qualifying build to rent and mid-market rent homes. Council and housing association tenants usually have a Scottish secure tenancy.
| Who decides applications | The council as planning authority (or a national park authority in its area) |
|---|---|
| In-principle consent | Planning permission in principle (PPP), followed by approval of matters specified in conditions |
| Land transaction tax (paid by the buyer) | Land and Buildings Transaction Tax (LBTT) |
| Developer contributions | Section 75 planning obligations, with Section 69 agreements sometimes used for simple one-off payments |
Common questions in Galashiels
How are tenancies different in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland?
In Wales, tenants are contract-holders under occupation contracts set by the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016. Most private tenancies in Scotland are open-ended private residential tenancies. In Northern Ireland, private tenancies are governed by the Private Tenancies Order, as amended by the Private Tenancies Act 2022. Each nation has its own rules on deposits, notice and landlord registration.
Will my deposit be protected?
In most cases, yes. Each nation requires private landlords to protect tenancy deposits in an approved scheme within a set period and to give tenants information about the scheme. The detailed rules differ between England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland. If homes we bring forward are let privately, deposits will be handled under the rules that apply.
Does Land to Homes have any homes to rent?
No, not yet. Land to Homes is a new venture and has no homes available to rent. We do not take rental applications, holding deposits or fees at this stage. You can register interest with the area, type of home and timing you need, and we will contact you if we bring forward rental homes that match.
Can I apply to you for a social or affordable rent home?
No. Social and affordable rent homes are let through council housing registers and housing association lists, which set the eligibility rules and decide who is offered a home. If a site we bring forward includes affordable homes, they will be let through the relevant council or housing association. Contact your local council's housing team to join a list.
Can I register for new homes in Galashiels?
Yes. Registering for Galashiels is free and does not commit you to anything. There are no homes available yet; if we bring homes forward in or near Galashiels, we will contact you.
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