The most popular homes on espc.com in April 2024
We're revealing the ten properties that accrued the most attention from househunters during April, racking up over 90,000 views online between them.
Following on from March’s Edinburgh-centric list, April’s most popular properties showed that househunters are searching in a mix of areas, with properties appearing in West Fife and Kinross, East Fife, East Lothian, Edinburgh and Midlothian. The top spot was taken by a home in Cowdenbeath, close to Dunfermline, followed by properties in picturesque Pittenweem on the East Fife coast, and popular Prestonpans, in East Lothian.
Family homes continued to dominate the list, with seven of the top ten properties being houses with three or more bedrooms, while there were also three two-bedroom flats catching the eyes of househunters.
Prices varied across the board; the most affordable property on the list was listed at £155,000, stretching to £495,000 for the most expensive.
Five of the properties are already under offer, with half of the most popular homes still available to snap up.
Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, said: “After March’s figures showed that all of ESPC’s most popular properties were located in Edinburgh, it’s interesting to see such a mixed bag returning to the fore, with our top three properties located across Fife and East Lothian. It shows just how much variation and demand that there is in the market, as the most popular homes are spread across the city, coast, countryside, and villages. The varying asking prices of these properties is broad, again indicating much variation in the buyers currently in the market.
“Speaking of budgets, the majority of the most popular properties this month were either modern homes, or properties that have undergone substantial and recent refurbishment, suggesting that househunters may have less to spend on renovations after purchasing a property and are looking for something turnkey to maximise affordability. We always see at least one renovation project in our midst, and it’s unsurprising that this month’s project of choice is located in a typically highly sought-after location, indicating that some buyers will be happy to spend what they need to in order to call a particular location home.
“More than half of the homes are already under offer, showing that even in a highly saturated market, buyers will still act fast and move competitively to secure a property that’s caught their eye.”
Let’s take a look at the most popular properties on espc.com during April…
1. A marvellous modern home in Cowdenbeath
Taking the top spot for April was this modern, detached four-bedroom house in Cowdenbeath, just outside of Dunfermline. Set on a popular, family-friendly development, the property enjoys a coveted corner plot and a large, landscaped garden, while inside, everything is immaculate and offered in true turnkey condition. With absolutely nothing needed in terms of work or updates, no wonder this home has appealed to so many searching for their next property!
Property Details
55 Hilton Road, Cowdenbeath, KY4 9EJ
Selling agent: Morgans
Price: Offers over £280,000
Status: Under offer
2. A traditional townhouse with spectacular sea views
Located on the East Neuk of Fife, picturesque Pittenweem is a highly sought-after location, and properties like this don’t come up often – so it’s easy to see why so many have been intrigued, pushing this property into second place! This traditional, four-bedroom terraced townhouse is situated directly beside the coast, with the most spectacular, uninterrupted sea views. The property has been arranged as a self-contained one-bedroom annex apartment on the ground floor, with the upper two storeys forming its own three-bedroom house, offering a charming coastal lifestyle and an investment opportunity.
Property Details
59 Abbey Wall Road, Pittenweem, Anstruther, KY10 2NE
Selling agent: Thorntons
Price: Offers over £425,000
Status: Available
3. A sleek, stylish and spacious apartment in Prestonpans
Set on the ground floor of a modern block in popular Prestonpans, this glossy two-bed flat has already been snapped up by a savvy buyer. Offering generous proportions and immaculate décor throughout, plus a budget-friendly asking price, this is a fantastic find for a first-time buyer and offers a great home to grow into.
Property Details
Flat 1, 18 Mcgregor Pend, Prestonpans, EH32 9FS
Selling agent: Mov8 Real Estate
Price: Offers over £155,000
Status: Under offer
4. A duplex in trendy Trinity, with breathtaking views
Set on the seafront in trendy Trinity, this fabulous two-bedroom duplex apartment offers awe-inspiring panoramic views of the Firth of Forth. Fabulously renovated to contemporary standards, this tasteful property ticks off all the trends while offering those gorgeous views from the living room, office and second bedroom. It’s no surprise that someone has already secured this stunning property and it’s now under offer.
Property Details
12 Starbank Road, Trinity, Edinburgh EH5 3BW
Selling agent: Sturrock Armstrong & Thomson
Price: Offers over £300,000
Status: Under offer
5. A turnkey flat on first-time buyer favourite Easter Road
Making up the top five is this fantastic two-bedroom, main door flat on Easter Road – a buzzing locale that’s seriously popular with first-time buyers. This spacious flat offers much to get excited about, with private front and rear gardens, two spacious bedrooms, a modern kitchen and bathroom, and plenty of period features intact – it’s also still available if it’s everything you’ve been searching for.
Property Details
336 Easter Road, Edinburgh, EH6 8JR
Selling agent: Ralph Sayer
Price: Offers over £290,000
Status: Available
6. A fabulous family bungalow in Corstorphine
Corstorphine is always a favourite with family buyers, and this immaculate three-bedroom bungalow shows it’s got plenty of appeal. Tastefully renovated, this spacious bungalow is spread over two storeys and offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms and fantastic socialising spaces, as well as a large, sunny garden. It’s easy to see why this particular property has caught the eye of so many!
Property Details
26 Meadowhouse Road, Edinburgh, EH12 7HP
Selling agent: Gibson Kerr
Price: Offers over £495,000
Status: Available
7. An exciting renovation project in the Braids
Located in the catchment area for highly regarded schooling, the Braids is an area that’s always sought-after with family buyers – so it’s no surprise that this three-bed house has already been whisked off the market. A renovation project that’s absolutely packed with potential, set in generous gardens, there’s much to get excited about with this prime property.
Property Details
267 Braid Road, Edinburgh, EH10 6PB
Selling agent: Jardine Phillips
Price: Offers over £480,000
Status: Under offer
8. A chocolate-box cottage overlooking the River Esk
This charming chocolate-box cottage is a wonderful blend of rustic charm and contemporary style, in a prime location in Penicuik, overlooking the River Esk and enjoying a quiet, family-friendly setting. Sleek and modern whilst remaining quaint and quirky, this gorgeous property certainly attracted much attention from property seekers.
Property Details
7 Beech Place, Penicuik, EH26 8LS
Selling agent: Neilsons
Price: Offers over £390,000
Status: Under offer
9. A bright and airy detached house in sought-after Brunstane
Located close to Portobello and the beach, Brunstane properties are always popular – and number nine on our list is no exception, as it’s already under offer. This bright, airy and fabulously spacious property offers an immaculate family home, on a corner plot with ample gardens, all in a popular postcode. It’s been finished to a stunning standard, meaning it’s incredibly easy to imagine yourself moving in and starting a new chapter of life in this gorgeous home.
Property Details
28 Brunstane Drive, Edinburgh, EH15 2NF
Selling agent: Connor Malcolm
Price: Offers over £485,000
Status: Under offer
10. A modern family home close to popular Musselburgh
Set in the quiet East Lothian village of Whitecraig, close to Musselburgh and all its amenities, this modern three-bedroom house is a great option for a growing family, looking for a calmer pace of life. With tasteful, neutral interiors throughout and a lovely sunny garden, plus its end-terrace position in a popular, modern development, this fixed-price family home has really caught the eye of househunters in April, slotting it into our top ten.
Property Details
10 Cowpits Crescent, Whitecraig, EH21 8TE
Selling agent: Garden Stirling Burnet
Price: £245,000 fixed price
Status: Available
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