Beautiful homes don’t have to break the bank. Here are 4 properties you won’t believe are under £250,000.
Now more than ever, it’s important to make sure you’re getting the most for your money when buying a home. Not only are we all conscious of the current cost of living, but it’s important to save as much as we can where possible – even when it comes to property investment.
But why should that mean you have to compromise on quality? There are many gorgeous homes on our website right now that won’t break the bank. We’ve rounded up four beauties under £250,000, meaning you’ll pay minimum returns on Land and Buildings Transactions Tax (LBTT) by choosing to make them yours. Let’s dive in!
Stunning 1-bedroom flat in Slateford
Did somebody say affordable luxury? This lovely flat is located on a quiet cobbled street and on the second floor of a traditional tenement. Boasting a bright window and treated wooden flooring, the lounge offers light and airy living combined with Victorian charm.
The spacious kitchen/diner is also fitted with shaker-style units and a stylish, subway-tiled splashback. These seamlessly complement the wooden worktops and butler sink to add a rustic effect, whilst the fully-integrated oven, hob, extractor hood and fridge/freezer create the perfect functional kitchen space.
And did we mention that the dishwasher and washing machine come as part of the package?
The bedroom boasts ornate cornicing and a high ceiling, much like the rest of the home. In addition to a stunning feature fireplace, it’s the perfect place to cosy up and rest after a long day.
Complete with gas central heating and double-glazing, this slice of heaven offers easy access to the city centre. There are also lots of amenities to be found in the nearby Fountain Park.
Property Details:
6/5 Hermand Crescent, Edinburgh, EH11 1QP
Seller: Aberdein Considine (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Price: Offers over £190,000
Energy Rating: C
Cosy 2-bedroom cottage in Lauder
This charming home in the Borders provides all the perks of rural life whilst allowing easy access to Borders towns and Edinburgh. Having been sensitively modernised to add contemporary touches, the cottage lovingly marries the old and new.
The original stone has been preserved as a feature wall in the living room, surrounding a gorgeous fireplace which screams with rustic appeal.
The contemporary shaker kitchen is fitted with modern base and wall units and a large hob and oven, adding a touch of modernisation. Meanwhile, the wooden worktops add warmth to this inviting space.
The carpeted principal bedroom boasts a walk-in wardrobe area which has been partitioned with an oak barn door, in addition to 2 bright windows which offer views of the rural surroundings.
Complete with solar panels, this home comes with the added benefit of sustainable living as you enjoy the clean air of the countryside.
Property details
3 Kirktonhill Farm Cottages, Oxton, TD2 6PT
Seller: Cullen Kilshaw
Price: Offers over £165,000
Energy Rating: D
Bright 3-bedroom Stenton bungalow
Offering accessible ground-floor living, this home is flooded with light and set in the delightful conservation village of Stenton. Having been enhanced by the current owner, the bungalow is ready to welcome new life.
The spacious open-plan kitchen and living space is finished with wooden flooring, with a wood burning stove in the lounge in addition to sliding patio doors. Natural light combined with traditional charm? Yes please!
The sleek, fully-fitted kitchen is complete with a breakfast bar, in addition to quartz/composite worktops, an integrated fridge and freezer and a touch control ceramic hob – making cooking as effortless as possible in this crisp space.
All 3 bedrooms come with integrated wardrobes and large, rear-facing windows, allowing them to stay bright, inviting and clutter-free. When you combine these with the comfort of underfloor heating in the bathroom, you’ll adore the home in all its entirety.
Enveloped by mature gardens to the front, sides and rear, this lovely home comes complete with a brick-built outhouse/store to provide extra space for your belongings – as well as copious outdoor space for relaxing or entertaining!
Property details
14 Roodwell Cottages, Pressmennan, Stenton, EH42 1TE
Seller: McDougall McQueen (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Price: Offers over £240,000
Energy Rating: D
Lovely 2-bedroom flat in Leith
Just a short walk from The Shore in Leith, this generously-proportioned traditional flat boasts period features and stunning high ceilings.
The spacious living room is bathed in natural light from a double-recessed window, and the ornate feature fireplace and cornicing add sophistication to this gorgeous space.
The kitchen area is neatly tucked at one end of a large, inviting dining area – perfect for gathering and entertaining loved ones. The kitchen is also enhanced by a built-in pantry cupboard for added ease and convenience.
Both double bedrooms are extremely generous and bright, allowing lots of space for storage, additional furnishings or anything you choose. The opportunities for creativity here are endless!
Complete with an additional versatile box room, this flat is as functional as it is aesthetically pleasing. Paired with the buzzing Leith location, this would make an ideal purchase for investors or young professionals.
Property details
129 (1F1) Great Junction Street, Edinburgh, EH6 5JB
Seller: Ralph Sayer (ESPC Chartered Firm)
Price: Offers over £235,000
Energy Rating: C