10 most viewed homes in September 2026
Key Takeaways
- September’s most-viewed homes on espc.com ranged from £210,000 to £1.2 million, with an average price of £652,000, highlighting interest across a range of budgets.
- Space was a major attraction, with seven of the ten properties offering four or more bedrooms, including one seven-bedroom home.
- Edinburgh dominated the rankings with six properties, while Midlothian contributed two homes and East Lothian and West Lothian one each.
- The top ten featured a mix of characterful period properties and contemporary homes, with traditional features and striking open-plan living spaces catching buyers’ attention.
- All ten properties were marketed as “offers over”, and four had secured an offer by the end of September, while six remained available.
The 10 most-viewed homes on ESPC in September - from characterful period properties to spacious contemporary homes
September’s most-viewed homes on espc.com highlight buyers’ appetite for character, space and striking design, with everything from traditional period properties to contemporary homes featuring open-plan living. Six of the top ten properties were in Edinburgh, while the Lothians also featured, with homes in Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian
What’s catching buyers’ attention?
- Distinctive period properties packed with traditional features.
- Superb contemporary homes with striking open-plan living spaces
- Everything from a 2-bed flat in the capital to a sprawling 7-bed house in West Lothian
Standout homes this month
A characterful period home in Edinburgh’s New Town
A distinctive three-bedroom main-door period property on Henderson Row, combining classic Edinburgh charm, elegant interiors and flexible additional living space.
A spacious family home in Uphall
An impressive seven-bedroom detached home offering generous living space, a versatile annexe and extensive three-level gardens, perfect for family life and entertaining.
A contemporary home overlooking the Water of Leith
A beautifully designed four-bedroom detached home blending contemporary luxury with sustainable features, open-plan living spaces and a west-facing garden overlooking the Water of Leith.
The 10 most-viewed properties in September
1. Character and grandeur on Henderson Row
Taking the top spot in September’s most-viewed homes, The Corner House is a distinctive main-door period property in a prominent corner position on Henderson Row. Full of classic Edinburgh charm, it combines high ceilings, period detailing and a beautiful bay-windowed living room with three generous double bedrooms.
2. A substantial family home with space to spare
Claiming second place is this impressive seven-bedroom detached home in Uphall, with generous interiors, an annexe and impressive three-level gardens. A grand reception hall creates a memorable first impression, while the stunning kitchen, bright dining room and versatile games room provide plenty of space to relax and entertain.
3. Contemporary style meets family-friendly living
Our third most-viewed property is this beautifully renovated three-bedroom detached home in Penicuik. At its heart is a stylish open-plan kitchen with a breakfast bar, creating a sociable hub for family life, while the partially converted garage offers an extra versatile space.
4. Victorian charm surrounded by leafy grounds
Taking fourth place, this handsome Victorian home in Gorebridge offers an impressive blend of period elegance and modern comfort. Dating from around 1890, it retains seven fireplaces, ornate cornicing, bay windows and beautifully restored timber floors.
5. A stylish family home with an Arthur’s Seat outlook
Rounding out September’s top five, this beautifully presented extended terraced home brings together sophisticated interiors and plenty of family-friendly touches. A high-spec kitchen and family room opens onto an immaculate walled garden, while the mezzanine home office provides a useful work-from-home space.
6. Peaceful canal-side living in Viewforth
Sixth place goes to this charming two-bedroom first-floor flat, tucked away in a quiet cul-de-sac beside the Union Canal. Set within a handsome traditional tenement, the bright home combines period details such as cornicing and a shelved recess with a smart modern kitchen and shower room.
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7. Modern family living with a garden to enjoy
This contemporary three-bedroom detached home in Musselburgh claims seventh place, offering a bright and practical setting for modern family life. The living room flows into a separate dining space with patio doors opening onto the garden, while the sleek fitted kitchen provides plenty of storage.
8. A showstopping modern home at Braehead View
Eighth in September’s list, 2 Braehead View has been transformed by its owners into a spectacular five-bedroom contemporary home. The showpiece is the expansive kitchen, dining and sitting area, where a split-level design, soaring glazing and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors create a wonderfully light and sociable space.
9. Luxury and sustainability beside the Water of Leith
The penultimate property offers an impressive combination of contemporary luxury and clever sustainable design. The beautifully finished detached home centres around a spacious open-plan kitchen, lounge and diner, complemented by a cosy snug, four bedrooms and luxurious bathrooms.
10. An impressive Morningside villa ideal for modern life
Completing September’s top ten, this stunning extended lower villa in Morningside makes the most of its generous proportions and private gardens. The heart of the home is a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting space extending into the garden, with a large island, fitted bench seating, picture windows and a skylight creating a bright and sociable setting.