Latest findings from Galbraith show that the residential team in Dumfries and Galloway achieved an average exchange price for properties sold throughout 2025 higher than the previous year.  The firm also handled over £31m worth of property sales in the Dumfries and Galloway region through the financial year.

The region is attracting a mix of buyers including young families appreciating the value for money offered in the region, as well as relocators from other parts of the UK, particularly the South of England, as well as those from central Scotland seeking a more rural work-life-balance. 

Aaron Edgar, Associate for Galbraith in Castle Douglas, said: “We have experienced some challenges with sales that were reliant on buyers selling first and thus creating a perilous chain system particularly those involving homes in England. Pre-Budget nerves also started to play their part in transactions through the Autumn and this certainly impacted buyer confidence and activity throughout the final quarter of 2025.

“However, that said, the fall in interest rates has provided great encouragement for the year ahead with lower mortgage rates allowing buyers to re-engage in the market with renewed confidence. We conducted many market appraisals for properties before the end of 2025 and currently through the early part of 2026 with a view to launching on the market later in the year. This has resulted in a good level of interesting properties coming to the market since the start of the year and indicating a healthy and active Spring season ahead.

“Sensible pricing remains key in the current climate, but for those properties that remain in high demand – small holdings, coastal properties and those with a good portion of land and accommodation on offer to allow flexible living – competing bids are driving successful sales.” 

Recently sold through Galbraith in Dumfries & Galloway:

 

  • The Roundhouse, Bank Square, Dalbeattie – Offers Over £150,000

A striking newly renovated apartment in a convenient town centre location.

The property sold successfully following strong interest at a price agreed above the asking price.

  • Mulloch House, New Galloway, Castle Douglas – Offers Over £795,000

A stunning lifestyle property additional cottage and 12 acres of land in an idyllic edge of village location with far reaching views.

The property sold successfully at a price agreed above the asking price after receiving over 15 viewings and competitive offers placed.

 

Currently for sale through Galbraith in Dumfries & Galloway:

 

After the last six decades of serving the town as a solicitor’s office 13 St Mary Street has returned to its original townhouse splendour. The sympathetically renovated 3 storey townhouse, is now a stunning home with a contemporary feel, ideal for more modern family living, whilst retaining many original features.

  • The Pigeon Loft, Borgue, Kirkcudbright, Dumfries and Galloway, Offers Over £290,000

The Pigeon Loft, dating back to 1900, forms part of a traditional stables’ courtyard, once servicing the main house of Knockbrex. It is a unique home with the most charming layout and summer house with sauna and log burning stove.

  • Upper Glenlair, Knockvennie, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway, Offers Over £375,000

Upper Glenlair is nestled in an idyllic countryside setting just a short distance from Castle Douglas. Set within just over five acres, this detached rural smallholding presents a fantastic project for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle with potential for smallholding lifestyle, equestrian use or simply to enjoy the space.