Renting in Anniesland, Glasgow

Based on local rental listings, 1-bed flats typically rent for £500–£700 per month, 2-bed flats £650–£900 in Anniesland. Rents vary with property condition, furnishing, parking, and proximity to the local high street and transport — figures above are the typical mid-market range. See our Spring 2026 Glasgow rental market report for citywide trends and year-on-year change.

Bills (council tax, gas, electricity, broadband) are usually paid on top of rent in private Glasgow lets — see our guide to renting in Glasgow for what to budget for beyond headline rent.

A quiet, residential neighbourhood in Glasgow's north-west, Anniesland offers a suburban feel with surprisingly good transport connections. Straddling Great Western Road, it's a practical choice for those who want peace and proximity to the West End without the premium prices. The housing mix includes traditional sandstone tenements along the main road, semi-detached houses on side streets, and some modern developments. One-bed flats typically rent for £500–£700, two-beds for £650–£900. The area offers noticeably more space per pound than the West End. Transport is a key selling point: Anniesland train station has frequent services to Queen Street and Glasgow Central. Great Western Road provides direct road and bus connections to the city centre and the West End (10 minutes to Byres Road). The A82 provides access to Loch Lomond and the Highlands. Local amenities are centred on Great Western Road and the Anniesland Cross retail area. Knightswood Park and the Dawsholm Park nature reserve are nearby green spaces. The area has good primary schools and a family-friendly atmosphere. Anniesland suits: families, professionals commuting to the city centre, and anyone wanting a quieter life with good transport. Popular with those who work at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital or in the West End but prefer a less hectic neighbourhood.