The most popular homes on espc.com in March 2024
We're revealing the ten homes for sale on espc.com that were most popular with buyers in March 2024, attracting more than 148,000 views between them.
For the first time, all ten of the properties were in Edinburgh, showing intense interest in the Capital’s property market. The homes could be found in highly sought-after areas including Duddingston, Ravelston, Joppa, Morningside, Balerno and Craiglockhart, hinting at an influx of buyers looking for a long-term family home.
This could also be seen in the style of properties attracting the most attention; all of the properties had two or more bedrooms, and eight of them were houses, indicating strong interest from the family buyer market.
Budgets were wildly variable, stretching from £175,000 for a renovation project in Gilmerton, to £1.4million for a detached villa in Morningside, and three of the properties have already been snapped up by keen buyers.
Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, commented: “March is often seen as the ‘kick-off’ of the property market, but this year we know that there’s already been hot competition for homes across Edinburgh and the wider ESPC market. Consistent with the most popular homes in February and January, the vast majority of the most popular homes on espc.com in March were houses, giving us a very strong indication that there are currently an abundance of buyers looking to make a move into a long-term family home, and we can expect to see this continue into the spring.
“Interestingly, all our most popular homes this month were in Edinburgh, which tells us that the Capital continues to be a hotspot for househunters despite higher average property prices than in the surrounding regions.”
Let’s take a closer look at the most popular properties on espc.com in March 2024…
1. A modern detached home in popular Duddingston
Located in the highly sought-after Duddingston, in easy reach of Portobello and the city centre, it’s clear to see why this detached property took the top spot this time. This spacious property has plenty of room for a growing family, with four double bedrooms, three bathrooms, a stunning open-plan lounge kitchen and even an orangery, all close to local amenities too.
Property Details
188 Duddingston Park South, Duddingston, Edinburgh, EH15 3EH
Selling agent: Coulters
Price: Offers over £395,000
Status: Available
2. A penthouse apartment in an iconic Ravelston building
Second on the list is this awe-inspiring penthouse apartment, situated within an iconic A-listed 1930s Art Deco development, originally designed to resemble an ocean liner. Surrounded by manicured gardens and offering stunning city views, this capacious apartment boasts three bedrooms, two generous reception rooms and abundant outdoor space, with a private 24-foot terrace and a residents’ roof terrace too.
Property Details
14 Ravelston Garden, Ravelston, Edinburgh, EH4 3LD
Selling agent: Connor Malcolm
Price: £450,000 fixed price
Status: Available
A glitzy lower flat in Broomhouse with large private gardens
Offering space for the whole family at a more affordable price, it’s easy to see why this Broomhouse abode attracted so much attention during March. The flat has large private front and rear gardens outside, and internally, there’s three good-sized bedrooms, an inviting lounge and immaculate décor throughout.
Property Details
6 Broomhouse Square, Edinburgh, EH11 3RS
Selling agent: Neilsons
Price: £200,000 fixed price
Status: Available
4. A renovation project in popular Gilmerton
We usually see at least one renovation project in our top ten, and this is certainly one for a buyer with a vision! Proving so popular that the selling agents had to cease viewings, this three-bedroom detached bungalow was flood damaged, and offered new owners the chance to completely renovate and remodel, to create a bespoke family home in a highly sought-after area. With bungalows in the area very rarely seen at this price, it’s no wonder that this property is already off the market. We’d love to know what the new owners have planned!
Property Details
485 Gilmerton Road, Edinburgh, EH17 7JE
Selling agent: Campbell Smith
Price: Offers over £175,000
Status: Under offer
5. A detached family home by the sea in Joppa
Making up our top five is this coastal gem in popular Joppa, minutes from Portobello beach and Musselburgh Harbour alike. Detached, and with four bedrooms, plenty of socialising space and a charming summer house in the generous garden, this prime property is an idyllic family home in turnkey condition.
Property Details
96 Coillesdene Avenue, Joppa, EH15 2LG
Selling agent: Annan
Price: Offers over £540,000
Status: Available
6. A prestigious detached villa in Morningside, packed with period details
Constituting a true ‘dream home’ for many, it’s not surprising to see this stunning detached villa appear in our top ten this month. Located in the exclusive Morningside area, close to the city centre and in the catchment for excellent schooling, this substantial period property is the definition of a forever family home. With four large bedrooms, three bathrooms, abundant flexible socialising space on the ground floor and landscaped gardens backed by a tennis court and bowling green, this prime property has caught the attention of thousands of househunters so far. Who will be the one to own it?
Property Details
3 Midmar Avenue, EDINBURGH, EH10 6BS
Selling agent: Thorntons
Price: Offers over £1,400,000
Status: Available
7. A five-bedroom family home in an exclusive modern development
Proving so popular with househunters that it’s already been snapped up, this contemporary family home is located on an exclusive established development in popular Currie. With five generous bedrooms and beautiful open-plan living spaces leading directly into a sunny garden, this glossy property has been finished to an immaculate standard, ensuring easy living from day one. No wonder it’s already off the market!
Property Details
1 Christie Road, Currie, EH14 5AD
Selling agent: McDougall McQueen
Price: Offers over £665,000
Status: Under offer
8. A sleek and stylish three-bed house in Northfield
The perfect property for a young family, this three-bedroom terraced house is located on a quiet street in Northfield. With modern, glossy décor throughout, along with private front and back gardens and a separate garage, this attractive property offers everything a growing family could need, so it’s little wonder that so many buyers have been drawn to the listing.
Property Details
54 Northfield Drive, Northfield, Edinburgh, EH8 7RF
Selling agent: Warners
Price: Offers over £260,000
Status: Available
9. A super-slick two-bed house in Slateford
Offering a slick alternative to apartment living, this quirky two-bed end-terrace house in Slateford is an eye-catching option for young professionals hoping to live close to the West End. Newly built and finished to pristine detail, this stylish property is light and bright, with windows and skylights galore, and also boasts two generous private gardens – incredibly appealing with summer on the horizon!
Property Details
16 Hutchison Crossway, Edinburgh, EH14 1RT
Selling agent: Clancys
Price: Offers over £215,000
Status: Available
10. A unique detached villa with beautiful gardens, in coveted Craiglockhart
Completing our top ten is this sumptuous and unique detached villa in the incredibly sought-after Craiglockhart. Occupying 3000 square feet across three storeys and set within generous wraparound gardens, this ample property is truly a forever family home. Upstairs, the property offers four double bedrooms, a large bathroom and a study, plus a sun-soaked family room with balcony on the second floor, while downstairs, there’s a huge living room, formal dining room and breakfasting kitchen, plus a large sunroom with views of the garden, and even a ‘sitooterie’ overlooking the back garden. A slice of tranquillity close to the city centre! Unsurprisingly, this unique property has already been snapped up.
Property Details
6 Craiglockhart Drive North, Craiglockhart, EDINBURGH, EH14 1HS
Selling agent: Lindsays
Price: Offers over £825,000
Status: Under offer
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