The most viewed homes on espc.com in December 2023

ESPC has revealed the homes for sale that were the most popular on espc.com during December 2023.

As we’ve seen from the market several times in recent months, it was houses rather than flats which held property hunters’ attention, making up eight of the top ten properties. The homes varied in style and location too: from a glossy modern five-bed in Dunfermline and a splendid Victorian villa in Trinity, to a quirky stone cottage in East Lothian and a one-bed bungalow in Penicuik 

Detached properties were high on the agenda, with four of the properties enjoying their own space, and buyers seemed especially interested in properties which offered room for the longer term, with seven of the homes offering three or more bedrooms 

Budgets varied too: the most expensive properties on the list came in at £550,000, with the lowest-priced home on the market for an affordable £135,000. 

Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, commented: “December is well-known as a month when hypothetical house-hunters think about taking the plunge to purchase a new home, and it’s interesting to see such a broad mix of properties catching the attention of those browsing espc.com. While our House Price Report data strongly indicates that property sales lean much more towards flats and smaller properties, our most-viewed properties show that buyers online continue to look for houses with longevity or additional space – it will be very interesting to see how these two counterpoints balance out in the months to come. 

“In terms of location, we can see a real mixed bag this month, with the most popular properties located across Edinburgh, East Lothian, Midlothian and Fife, while budgets are very much varied too. Our most affordable property on the list was priced well under the LBTT threshold at £135,000, while the two most expensive properties (and incidentally the two most popular) were priced at upwards of half a million pounds, suggesting there’s still plenty of variation in the buyers currently in the market for a new home.” 

Let’s take a look at December’s top ten most-viewed homes listed on espc.com… 

1. An expansive, modern family house in Dunfermline

Top of the list for December is an expansive five-bedroom detached property in the popular Dunfermline suburb of Limekilns. Finished to an exacting standard throughout, this modern home is glossy and glamorous, presented in true move-in condition. No wonder it’s been catching the eye of so many ESPC househunters! 

Property Details

14 North Loanhead, Limekilns, Dunfermline, KY11 3LA 

Price: Offers over £550,000  

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Morgans Property 

Status: Available 

2. A promising renovation project in Trinity

Second on our list is a rare find – a home that’s caught the eye and sparked the imagination of thousands of househunters! A spacious stone terraced villa in desirable Trinity, the property needs full modernisation and renovation but has abundant potential to become a wonderful family home. 

Property Details

18 Summerside Street, Edinburgh, EH6 4NU 

Price: Offers over £550,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Connell & Connell 

Status: Available 

3. A one-bed bungalow in popular Penicuik

Another rare find, the third most-viewed property in December is this one-bedroom bungalow in popular Penicuik. Ideal for first-time buyers or downsizers, this stylish bungalow is deceptively spacious and enjoys plenty of outdoor space too. It’s no surprise that this one has already been snapped up by a savvy buyer! 

Property Details

8 Wyvis Park, Penicuik, EH26 8JX 

Price: Offers over £135,000  

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm McDougall McQueen 

Status: Under offer 

4. A quirky apartment in the heart of the New Town

Sliding into fourth position is this quirky two-bed mews-style apartment in the heart of the New Town, tucked away one of Edinburgh’s renowned cobbled side streets, just seconds from Princes Street. With this type of property rarely available, no wonder so many browsers couldn’t resist a peep inside! 

Property Details

12 Young Street South Lane, New Town, Edinburgh EH2 4JF 

Price: Offers over £275,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm McEwan Fraser 

Status: Available 

5. A chocolate-box cottage close to Haddington

Tucked away in rolling countryside just outside of Haddington, this charming end-terrace cottage exudes chocolate-box charm, while offering generous proportions and four spacious bedrooms. If you’re looking to escape to the country in 2024, this quaint property, fifth on our list, could be the perfect place. 

Property Details

8 West Garleton, Haddington, EH41 3SJ 

Price: Offers over £520,000 

Selling agent: Anderson Strathern 

Status: Available 

6. A four-bed family home in a popular Midlothian suburb

Located in the popular Midlothian suburb of Danderhall is this four-bedroom family home. Presented in immaculate condition, it’s easy to imagine yourself at home here. This glossy property has been upgraded to include an array of modern conveniences, plus an outbuilding in the garden that would make an ideal home office. It’s unsurprising that this particular property is already off the market! 

Property Details

49 Edmonstone Road, Danderhall, EH22 1QH 

Price: Offers over £265,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Warners 

Status: Under offer

7. A detached house in the heart of North Berwick

With its setting in the highly sought-after North Berwick, it’s easy to see why this detached home has been so popular with house-hunters. In the catchment for regarded local schooling, and close to the renowned amenities North Berwick has to offer, this bright and spacious property could be a fantastic family home. 

Property Details

27 Green Apron Park, North Berwick, EH39 4RE 

Price: Offers over £365,000 

Selling agent: Garden Stirling Burnet 

Status: Available 

8. A generously-sized family home in a popular Edinburgh suburb

Number eight on our list is this detached, three-bedroom property in the family-friendly Edinburgh suburb of Fairmilehead. On a generous plot with extensive gardens, this spacious property offers plenty of room for a growing family, plus its enviable location means it’s just minutes from the city centre. 

Property Details

14 Swanston Place, Edinburgh, EH10 7DD 

Price: Offers over £485,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm McDougall McQueen 

Status: Available 

9. A detached three-bed in family-friendly Penicuik

Number nine on our list is another detached family home, this time in popular Penicuik. Boasting three bedrooms, immaculate décor and generous gardens with a large garage, this turnkey home has everything to accommodate modern family life. Unsurprisingly, this one is already under offer! 

Property Details

239 Rullion Road, Penicuik, EH26 9JP 

Price: Offers over £255,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm McDougall McQueen 

Status: Under offer 

10. A gorgeous garden flat in a prime pocket of Edinburgh

Located between Edinburgh city centre and picturesque Portobello, this attractive two-bed garden flat makes up the top ten for December. Finished to a high standard throughout and deceptively spacious inside, this prime property would make an ideal first-time buy – we can see why it’s been so popular! 

Property Details

47 Northfield Broadway, Edinburgh, EH8 7QE 

Price: Offers over £225,000 

Selling agent: ESPC Chartered firm Gillespie Macandrew 

Status: Available 

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