The most popular homes on espc.com in May 2024
We have revealed the top ten properties most popular with househunters on espc.com during May 2024, garnering an impressive 86,000 online views between them.
Houses were clearly in exceptional demand with property seekers, with all of the top ten homes being houses of varying sizes and styles – from two-bed terraced cottages to five-bedroom detached bungalows. Prices varied too, stretching from £147,000 to just over £1.1million, with three of the properties marketed at a fixed price, making them extra desirable for buyers.
In terms of location, Edinburgh and East Lothian dominate the list, while there are also appearances from properties in popular pockets of Midlothian, and in the Fife property hotspot of Dunfermline.
Nine of the ten properties are already under offer, clearly signalling that buyers will move at speed to secure their ideal property, even in a market with plenty of homes available to choose from.
Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, commented: “May was clearly a busy month for the property market, with plenty of new properties coming onto the market, and plenty of buyers ready to snap them up. With nine of our most-viewed homes already off the market, it’s a clear indication that buyers are serious about finding their ideal home and will act quickly to secure a property that ticks their boxes.
“The most popular properties show us that, as in April, there’s a huge mix of buyers in the market when it comes to budgets, as we have properties on the Affordable Housing scheme right through to properties priced at over a million pounds. However, this month, our buyers all have one major thing in common: they have their sights set on finding a house, with this type of property exclusively making up the top ten.
“In terms of location, we’re seeing a healthy spread of interest across the region, with some of the most popular properties located in West Fife & Kinross and Midlothian, but the focus is heavily on homes in Edinburgh and East Lothian, which are always incredibly popular with buyers.”
Let’s take a closer look at the most popular properties on espc.com in May…
1. A modern townhouse on an exclusive seafront development in Joppa
Taking the top spot for May is this stunning, seafront townhouse in the popular coastal town of Joppa, just a stone’s throw from Portobello beach. Boasting four bedrooms, three bathrooms and immaculate, contemporary décor throughout, this energy-efficient home is perfectly designed with modern family life in mind. It will come as no surprise that this gem of a property has already gone under offer!
Property Details
50A Seaview Crescent, Joppa, EH15 2LT
Selling agent: Annan
Price: Offers over £725,000
Status: Under offer
2. A stylish starter home in Wallyford
The second most-popular property in May was this stylish two-bed terraced house in Wallyford, close to the East Lothian coastline. Ideal for those buyers starting out on their property journey, this property forms part of the Affordable Housing scheme and therefore would be very appealing to many buyers on a budget. With two double bedrooms, two bathrooms and even a summerhouse in the garden, we can see exactly why this charming house has already been snapped up.
Property Details
22 Chuckers Row, Wallyford, EH21 8JP
Selling agent: Garden Stirling Burnet
Price: £147,934 fixed
Status: Under offer
3. A two-bed bungalow with its own yurt
Third on the list is a two-bed bungalow in the quaint Midlothian village of Newtongrange, which is packed with potential to create a fantastic home and comes with a very special USP. The property has two large bedrooms and an exceptionally spacious living room, while in the back garden, there’s a unique addition in the shape of a heat-insulated, waterproof yurt, offering an ideal spot for dining, for children to play, or even to create a home yoga studio!
Property Details
29 Eighth Street, Newtongrange, EH22 4JR
Selling agent: McDougall McQueen
Price: £215,000 fixed
Status: Available
4. A turnkey terraced house in Rosyth
Slipping into fourth position is this sleek and stylish, three-bedroom terraced house in Rosyth, close to the city of Dunfermline. Presented in immaculate condition, this house is a perfect family home at a budget-friendly price, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, one of which is a chic wet room, and the other showhome-stylish. With an open-plan setup downstairs and a large back garden, we can see why so many home hunters were drawn to this prime property.
Property Details
39 Selvage Street, Rosyth, Dunfermline, KY11 2QB
Selling agent: Morgans
Price: Offers over £150,000
Status: Under offer
5. A glossy and gorgeous four-bedroom house in popular Musselburgh
Making up the top five is this fabulous four-bedroom house in the sought-after coastal town of Musselburgh. Located on a popular development close to the train station and High Street, the property has been extended to create a showstopping, super-glamorous family home, with Instagrammable décor throughout – including a stunning kitchen-diner and a landscaped garden. When a house looks this good, it’s clear to see why someone’s already snapped it up.
Property Details
20 Denholm Drive, Musselburgh, EH21 6TR
Selling agent: Warners
Price: Offers over £365,000
Status: Under offer
6. A chocolate-box cottage close to South Queensferry
At number six, we have a chocolate-box cottage that’s cosy, quaint and oh-so cute. Located in a quiet village close to South Queensferry, with lovely views of the Forth Bridges, this charming cottage is packed with countryside-chic details combined with sleek, contemporary décor. It’s so easy to imagine life in a property this pretty!
Property Details
41 Main Street, Newton, Nr South Queensferry, EH52 6QE
Selling agent: Connor Malcolm
Price: £250,000 fixed price
Status: Under offer
7. A stunning Georgian seaside house that’s straight out of Bridgerton
Set on a highly sought-after crescent in the coveted coastal town of Portobello, this gorgeous Georgian property has drawn in many a house-hunter in May – and we can see why. Offering something rarely available on the market, this stunning five-bedroom house is packed with period details and offers a real sense of grandeur. This could be a truly sumptuous family home, and it’s still available for those who have always longed to live a lifestyle worthy of Lady Whistledown!
Property Details
10 East Brighton Crescent, Portobello, EH15 1LR
Selling agent: Annan
Price: Offers over £725,000
Status: Under offer
8. A slick and contemporary four-bed house in The Wisp
Offering everything a growing family could need, our eighth-most popular property in May was this glossy detached house in the popular suburb of The Wisp. Set on a prime plot, the property offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms and plenty of space to socialize – including a large garden complete with your own private bar!
Property Details
22 Wisp Green, The Wisp, Edinburgh, EH15 3QX
Selling agent: Warners
Price: Offers over £335,000
Status: Under offer
9. A quirky and spacious C-listed house in Dalkeith
Coming in at number nine is this quirky, four-bedroom terraced house in Dalkeith. Unique in style, this property is C-listed for its unusual characteristics, meaning it’s a real standout home. The property has four bedrooms and scope to create more flexible space, three stylish bathrooms and an abundance of space for the whole family to enjoy, while quirky details and historical features can be found throughout, adding to the ‘wow’ factor of this fabulous home.
Property Details
Tower House, 6 Bridgend, Dalkeith, EH22 1JT
Selling agent: Warners
Price: Offers over £370,000
Status: Under offer
10. A jaw-dropping million-pound bungalow in North Berwick
Enjoying a prime setting in the highly sought-after North Berwick, close to the beach and High Street, this stunning detached bungalow sets the standard for luxury living. With gorgeous interiors throughout, this five-bedroom, three-bathroom property offers true potential to be a forever family home, with every detail taken care of. It’s easy to see why this beautiful bungalow is under offer – who wouldn’t want to live in a house like this?
Property Details
Inch Cottage, Dirleton Road, North Berwick, EH39 5BY
Selling agent: Harper Macleod
Price: Offers over £1,150,000
Status: Under offer