The most viewed homes on espc.com in March 2023
ESPC can reveal the ten most popular properties on espc.com during March 2023, racking up more views than any other homes listed on the website.
Properties in the top ten list were located in a range of areas from the desirable region of East Lothian to the suburbs of Edinburgh.
In terms of property type, nine of the top ten homes in March had at least three bedrooms, demonstrating that demand is still strong for larger homes, which we would expect given the rise in hybrid working over the last three years.
With a range of schools, transport and amenities, plus an idyllic setting between the Capital, the coast and the countryside, East Lothian’s popularity shows no signs of waning with ESPC’s active home buyers. Half of the top ten properties in March were located here.
Paul Hilton, CEO of ESPC, commented: “This rundown of our most-popular homes on ESPC is an interesting look at the requirements of homebuyers across East Central Scotland, and highlights what buyers are looking for in the current climate.
“Larger family homes have been particularly popular with buyers in March 2023 with six homes on the top ten list having four or five bedrooms. These homes will stand the test of time as they offer versatile living options to accommodate family living and hybrid working.
“Half of the homes on the top ten list were located in East Lothian which offers a great alternative for buyers searching for homes outside of Edinburgh, as it offers excellent transport links, local amenities, green spaces and a sense of community, as well as a more affordable price tag for a range of buyers.
“Six out of the ten homes in the list are now ‘under offer’, highlighting the continued strength of the market.
“If you are thinking of buying or selling this summer it is never too early to talk to your solicitor estate agent. ESPC solicitor estate agents are up to date with what is currently happening in the local market and have the skills and expertise to provide the guidance and support you need.”
We’ve highlighted the top ten most-viewed properties on espc.com during March 2023 below:
1) A renovation project in Longniddry
This renovation project in Longniddry in East Lothian takes the top spot for the second month in a row. It has huge potential to become a spacious family home with space for three bedrooms, a bathroom and an open-plan kitchen/dining room. There is also a brick-built garage or workshop, further outdoor storage space and a greenhouse.
Property details
Borve Cottage, Ballencrieff, Longniddry, East Lothian, EH32 0PJ
Seller: ESPC chartered firm Simpson & Marwick
Price: £215,000
Status: Under offer
2) A spacious four-bed house in Corstorphine
Homes in the popular family-friendly suburb of Corstorphine are always popular with ESPC buyers with its proximity to schools, local amenities and Edinburgh city centre. This beautiful four-bed semi-detached house provides flexible family living with a rear extension providing an open-plan kitchen area to socialise in, four double bedrooms, a contemporary bathroom and a large garden with a decking area.
Property details
41 Broompark Road, Edinburgh, EH12 7JZ
Seller: ESPC chartered firm Mov8
Price: £470,000
Status: Under offer
3) A beautiful five-bed detached house in Bathgate
This property is in the top five most-viewed homes for the second month running and with Bathgate’s easy links to Edinburgh and the central belt it’s easy to see why. The five-bed detached house is within a unique steading development and is surrounded by scenic views of the countryside.
Property details
5 Whiteside Farm Lane, Bathgate, EH48 2UL
Seller: ESPC chartered firm DM Property
Price: £525,000
Status: Available
4) An elegant period home in Prestonpans
The most expensive home on the list was this spacious four-bed detached period property in Prestonpans in East Lothian. The house has a beautiful large garden that extends to around a third of an acre and wraps around the property. The home also has beautiful original features in the form of a bay-windowed living room with elegant cornicing and a traditional fireplace and an elegant study with a fire and marble mantelpiece.
Property details
Preston Park, Preston Road, Prestonpans, East Lothian, EH32 9EN
Seller: ESPC chartered firm Simpson & Marwick
Price: £700,000
Status: Available
5) An attractive four-bed semi-detached East Lothian home
Completing the top five is this attractive four-bed semi-detached house in the coastal town of Prestonpans. The home has a stylish kitchen, four good-sized double bedrooms (one of which has a Juliet balcony), a large dining room with French doors leading to the rear garden and a modern kitchen.
Property details
12 North Bank Road, Prestonpans, EH32 9DH
Seller: McKinnon Forbes
Price: £285,000
Status: Available
6) A well-presented three-bed house in Silverknowes
Would-be buyers on espc.com couldn’t get enough of this well-presented three-bed house in Silverknowes. Boasting a recently refitted kitchen with doors leading out to the large garden, a fully floored attic space with Ramsay ladder access and three generous double bedrooms, this house would make an ideal family home.
Property details
86 Silverknowes Eastway, Edinburgh, EH4 5NE
Seller: DMD Solicitors and Estate Agents
Price: £365,000
Status: Under offer
7) A stylish bungalow in Colinton with a home gym
Those who want to live in an area with a rural feel but is still close to the city centre flocked to this three-bed semi-detached bungalow in Colinton. With spacious front and rear gardens and a garage that has been converted into a home gym, this home offers truly flexible family living. The street neighbours the fantastic Bonaly Burn and is close to the parklands of Bonaly Country Park.
Property details
41 Redford Loan, Colinton, Edinburgh EH13 0AU
Seller: Murray Snell WS Solicitors
Price: £415,000
Status: Under offer
8) A charming four-bed cottage in East Lothian
This charming four-bed cottage in Gifford in East Lothian offers versatile accommodation with woodland or open-countryside views from every window. Standout features include a fantastic conservatory, beautiful garden grounds with a large patio area ideal for summer barbecues and a lovely summer house.
Property details
Woodend Cottage, Beech Hill, Gifford, EH41 4PE
Seller: Anderson Strathern
Price: £515,000
Status: Under offer
9) An impressive four-bed semi-detached house in Currie
ESPC buyers loved this four-bed semi-detached house in Currie with stunning views of the open countryside, a range of charming period features, a country kitchen and south-facing garden grounds which consist of areas of lawn, mature trees, shrub beds and a pond.
Property details
141 Lanark Road West, Currie, EH14 5NZ
Seller: ESPC chartered firm Neilsons
Price: £625,000
Status: Available
10) A unique two-bed cottage in East Lothian
The most affordable home on the list is this unique two-bed cottage with great potential. Dating back to 1780, the property is in need of some upgrading but is set on a generous plot extending to over an acre with vegetable and fruit gardens and the ruin of the Old Mill. The garden was laid out originally by John McQueen Cowan who was a tree specialist and plant hunter in India before working in Edinburgh’s Royal Botantic Garden.
Property details
Mill Cottage, Oldhamstocks, East Lothian, TD13 5XN
Seller: ESPC chartered firm Simpson & Marwick
Price: £145,000
Status: Under offer
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