With the main travel routes to Belfast this makes Newtownards a very handy location for the daily commuter. The town has seen increased amounts of growths in recent years which will continue in the form of both large and smaller, more exclusive residential developments. Newtownards is an attractive and accessible option for anyone. Boasting many areas of natural beauty and amazing sights there is plenty to be seen and done in this ever expanding town. We believe that Newtownards and the surrounding area is a place that will appeal to many people, ranging from young professionals to families.
We have noticed that more and more people are finding the area a more affordable and pleasant place to live, taking advantage of the peace and quiet of a semi-rural town but being home to some of the best amenities and attractions that County Down has to offer properties in Newtownards are always in demand, with some properties being sold in only a matter of weeks through our Branch. We have experienced a large increase in the demand for rental properties in and around the town making it a very attractive location for investors who want a secure long term tenant, customers also find that they can get a beautiful home amongst some of the best scenery in Ulster at a very affordable price without sacrificing size or quality of home.
Newtownards and its surrounding villages are attractive to those from a wide range of backgrounds and professions, we have had people coming to the area to simply retire to a quiet area with beautiful sea views to the front and rolling countryside behind them as they find it a relaxing and enjoyable place to be. On the other hand we have had young growing families come to the town to avail of its excellent transport, restaurants, entertainment, and friendly atmosphere, finding it the perfect place to bring up their children, with its many excellent primary and secondary schools, but also maintain their careers and busy social lives.
Newtownards is known for its many country parks and beautiful driving roads, stretching from its boundaries with Bangor right to the bottom of the Peninsula. It has some of the most beautiful coastal walks and views in the country and is a common destination for those interested in many activities such as: mountain biking, trail walking, bird watching, photography, and for those who are adventurous enough parasailing, many of its enthusiasts can be seen on a summer evening heading out on to the calm waters down the Portaferry Road.
The town is only a short drive from the village Portavogie where George Best built his luxurious seaside home which can still be seen along the skyline when driving past Portavogie.
Being a very popular area to live in Newtownards has a large range of properties, ranging from for example first floor apartments taking advantage of private parking and their own entrances as low as £65,000 all the way to large detached homes on generous plots of land starting as low as £299,950. There are also a large amount of new build developments all with their own downstairs WC and off street parking. There will always be a bargain to be found in the town suiting anyone wanting to find the perfect home.
As Newtownards leading agents, Reeds Rains will always have something to offer both in the town centre and further afield. For example, you can find in our stock a charming country residence boasting a large garden and open plan living or if you are looking for something closer to Belfast you can find a fantastic new build home only ten minutes’ drive from our front door.
The Crawfordsburn Road in Newtownards, leading on to the Craingantlet Hills and the seaside town of Holywood, has some of the most sought after homes in the area, If you want to live further in to the country you can find Beautiful detached homes as far down the Peninsula as Portaferry or Killinchy.
Properties in Newotwnards and the surrounding area start from as little as £395 a month and can go as high as £750 per calender month for a larger detached bungalow in one of the more mature, sought after areas of Ards. Those who choose to rent a property in the area often find themselves staying long term and making a home for themselves with ease.
Within the town you will find an array of restaurants with a range of tastes and cultures from Asian cuisine to home grown masterpieces in chic spots dotted all through Newtownards. When it comes to shopping, the Ards shopping centre offers some of the best retail in the North Down area, with shops such as: Argento, Game, and Next, to name but a few. Grocery shopping will never be a problem thanks to the newly built Tesco store built at the Castlebawn roundabout with a local bus service and a dedicated stop for the superstore.
Newtownards boasts a fantastic gym facility with many classes ranging from martial arts and gymnastics from beginner to adult, to more relaxed classes for those who are just starting out. The leisure centre also has a swimming family swimming pool which proves itself very popular among the residents of the town and those in surrounding areas. Along with a dedicated children’s play complex the centre has something for everyone. Only a stone’s throw away from the centre of the town is Ards cinema which offers some the latest releases at excellent prices along with a large free car park so finding somewhere to leave the car will never be a problem.
Located down the Portaferry road, only a fifteen-minute drive from the town centre is Mount Stewart, a national trust park with legendary walks and many activities as the seasons change. The park is also famous for the 'Festival of Lights' which happens once a year, it coats the park in a multi-coloured glow, with a two mile route to walk around the estate people can view the park in a completely different light, with various scores of music following them as they walk. Scrabo tower, which overlooks the town, has its own golf club and walking trails, recently visited by a famous footballer who took full advantage of the sights and sounds of this route as a part of his physical routine. Newtownards contains some amazing sights and locations which have to be visited to be fully appreciated.
