The most viewed homes on espc.com in January 2024
We're revealing the ten most popular properties listed on espc.com during January 2024, gathering over 70,000 online views between them.
Family homes made up the overwhelming majority of properties in demand, as nine of the ten properties were houses. The homes were spread across Edinburgh, Midlothian and East Lothian, hinting at large volumes of househunters looking to be within commuting distance of the Capital.
Budgets were a mixed bag, indicating that buyers in the market are at clear stages of their personal property journeys. Three of the properties were priced under £250,000, making them ideal choices for first-time buyers, while six of the properties were more suited to second steppers and family buyers, with budgets ranging from £285,000 to £500,000. The most expensive property on the list was priced at offers over £765,000, offering a premium option for buyers with the budget to match.
In what is assumed to be a traditionally quieter time for the property market, buyers haven’t been hanging around – half of these prime properties have already gone under offer, showing that market demand in 2024 has begun with a bang.
Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, said: “As we’ve come to expect in January, there was huge online interest in our properties on espc.com, as online browsers think more seriously about making a change at the turn of the year. The most popular properties are a strong mix of first-time buyer-friendly homes, with affordable price points and in commuter-friendly location, alongside properties sitting in the middle-to-high end of the market and more ideally suited to families, in sought-after locations close to good schools and excellent amenities. The desire for family homes shows how many second-steppers and experienced buyers we have currently in the market, alongside a strong burst of new buyers looking to find their perfect first home.”
Let’s take a closer look at the ten most-popular properties on ESPC during January…
1. A period property packed with potential in East Lothian
The top property on espc.com in January was this gorgeous, detached house in Cockenzie, which caught the eye of thousands of househunters. Presenting a fantastic opportunity for refurbishment, this spacious four-bedroom house is packed with period features and offers a wonderful chance for buyers with vision to transform it into their dream home. It’s little wonder that this enchanting house is already under offer.
Property Details
Aldersyde, Edinburgh Road, Cockenzie, EH32 0HQ
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Coulters
Price: Offers over £400,000
Status: Under offer
2. A modern detached house close to the city centre
Located in popular Willowbrae and ideally set for access to both the city centre and the beach, this fantastic property takes the second spot on our list, and you’ll see why it’s already gone under offer. Fabulously spacious, with four bedrooms, three bathrooms and ample socialising space, plus stylish, contemporary interiors throughout, this prime property is a seriously impressive family home that’s ready to move into.
Property Details
17 South Elixa Place, Edinburgh, EH8 7PG
Selling agent: Annan
Price: Offers over £450,000
Status: Under offer
3. A charming cottage in a coveted pocket of East Lothian
Located in sought-after Athelstaneford, this detached cottage boasts an idyllic setting, with an open outlook and large south-facing garden, in a prime position in the village close to local schools. This spacious cottage offers four bedrooms and three bathrooms and is packed with plenty of character and charm. It’s no surprise that this rare gem has already been snapped up!
Property Details
Bowling Green Cottage, Athelstaneford, East Lothian, EH39 5BE
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Coulters
Price: Offers over £500,000
Status: Under offer
4. An affordable family home with excellent commuter links
For growing families searching for a spacious home and excellent commuter links, this Gracemount property has been a popular choice. This deceptively roomy house has been brought to the market in polished condition, with glossy interiors throughout, plus gardens to the front, side and rear, making it an easy choice for busy family life.
Property Details
62 Captains Drive, Edinburgh, EH16 6QG
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Lindsays
Price: Offers over £240,000
Status: Available
5. A sleek and stylish two-bed flat in the heart of Haddington
Making up the top five is this fantastic flat, a prime opportunity for a first-time buyer. Located in the heart of Haddington, this two-bed upper flat forms part of a C-listed building and offers the owner the chance to enjoy all the town’s amenities, literally on its doorstep. Inside, the interiors are sleek and glossy, so the new owner wouldn’t need to lift a finger.
Property Details
53 Market Street, Haddington, EH41 3JG
Selling agent: Garden Stirling Burnet
Price: Offers over £150,000
Status: Available
6. A seriously spacious detached family home in Tranent
Set in the sought–after Tranent and offering excellent commuter links, this incredibly spacious five-bedroom home is a great choice for growing families. Bright and stylish, the property offers a huge amount of socializing space alongside five generous bedrooms, four bathrooms and a large garden, making it an ideal forever family home.
Property Details
3 Gavin's Lee, Tranent, EH33 2AP
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Warners
Price: Offers over £410,000
Status: Under offer
7. A modern terraced home with fabulous countryside views
Making number seven on the list is this sleek three-bed house in popular Prestonpans, which is finished in true contemporary fashion. The property is located on an established development and offers lovely countryside views, as well as a large garden including a summerhouse. Ideally located for commuting, this budget-friendly property certainly caught the eye of househunters this month!
Property Details
102 Preston Crescent, Prestonpans, EH32 9RD
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Warners
Price: Offers over £195,000
Status: Available
8. A quirky Midlothian cottage with seriously sleek interiors
Eighth on our list is this fantastic cottage conversion in Midlothian, which offers a prime place for a growing family to put down roots. Originally a traditional stone-built cottage, it’s been tastefully extended to create a stunning five-bed family home, with ultra-modern sleek interiors. Open and airy throughout, the property has been finished to an immaculate standard – check out those bathrooms!
Property Details
Heather Cottage, Hillend, EH10 7DY
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Deans Properties
Price: Offers over £575,000
Status: Available
9. A Dalkeith terraced house with a stunning kitchen extension
Buyers searching for a turnkey home were drawn to this fabulous modern house in popular Dalkeith. Kitted out in style, this family home is presented in immaculate condition and offers four bedrooms, three bathrooms and a kitchen extension that creates a wonderful social ground floor for the whole family. It’s easy to see why this house has already been snapped up by a savvy buyer!
Property Details
8 Easter Langside Avenue, Dalkeith, EH22 2FE
Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Ralph Sayer
Price: Offers over £285,000
Status: Under offer
10. A stunning Victorian villa beside the seaside in Joppa
Buyers longing to live beside the seaside were drawn to this wonderfully characterful four-bedroom Victorian villa in Joppa! Packed with beautiful period features and offering a light, airy ambience throughout, this spacious property is ideal for a growing family who want Portobello’s beach and amenities in easy reach.
Property Details
39 Morton Street, Joppa, EH15 2JA
Selling agent: Annan
Price: Offers over £765,000
Status: Available
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