Highland property market gets major boost with second home sales
Second home buyers boosted the property market in the Highlands in the first quarter of this financial year, according to figures from estate agency Galbraith.
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Near-record property sales show Scots ‘getting on with lives’ despite Brexit
Property sales in Scotland have reached their highest level for 11 years, with a prominent estate agent suggesting it shows people are “getting on with their lives” amid the uncertainty over Brexit.
How Aberdeen bypass has created property boom
The Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route could create an “arc of property” in towns around the Granite City’s borders.
Savills highlights drivers for growth in city’s office market
Property giant Savills has identified three key drivers for growth in Aberdeen’s office market this year.
Scottish house prices experiencing growth not seen since financial crash
Scottish house prices are experiencing growth not seen since the 2007 financial crash, suggesting the nationwide effect of the oil and gas downturn could be easing off.
More people from outwith north-east buying expensive houses in the area
The number of people living outside of Scotland buying expensive homes in the north-east has almost doubled, new figures have shown.
House buying figures point to recovering market in the north-east
Housing sales have increased in the north-east, but the region is “not out of the woods yet” from the oil downturn according to industry experts.
You won’t believe what’s inside this traditional granite home
Roy Murray began gathering the granite for Canterbury House 25 years ago. But it wasn’t until just over 10 years ago that he started putting it to good use.
A historic family home in the north-east countryside for just £345,000
Douglas Boynton wasn't even looking at property in the area when he stumbled upon what was to become his family’s home for the next 25 years.
An Aberdeen home with a hidden extra
If you are looking for a new house, and like a project, there’s a property on the market offering both.
There are some views money just can’t buy – here’s one of them
The price tag says offers over £190,000 - but the views from Tigh A Cnoc, a substantial detached house at Port Henderson near Gairloch, are priceless.
There’s plenty of space to share in this Aberdeen home
Although big houses can be expensive to run - winter energy bills can be a shock in the smallest of pads - a group of flatmates can help cut the costs quite dramatically.
Live a grand life in this granite townhouse
Living in Aberdeen, it's easy to choose the area you want to be in. There are always properties from all corners of the city floating around the market, although it isn't always possible to get first dibs on the one you have set your heart on.
Moving to Florida? Why not live in Tommy Lee Jones’ luxury polo ranch?
OK, I confess. There's nothing I like better than having a good look around other people's homes, especially when that home costs millions and belongs to someone famous, which is why this property caught my eye.
This bungalow in Kemnay makes finding a new home easy
When a potential home doesn’t include a certain amenity, it can be what the buyer would call a deal-breaker, and for me, the lack of a good kitchen and bathtub is this.
Live a life of luxury in this grand Forres home
Nothing feels quite as classy as driving a car along a sweeping gravel driveway and pulling up in front of a rather grand house.
Stylish Aberdeen flat adds finishing touch to glam city life
Every so often there’s a property sitting on the market which leaves potential buyers wondering why it’s for sale. Perhaps it’s placed in a noisy area or it’s too far away from city centre amenities. Maybe it’s a long and painful commute to work or not close to any public transport links for those without their own car.
Number of new homes on Scottish property market rises
The number of new homes coming onto the market in Scotland rose last month, bucking the trend across the rest of the UK, a study has found.
13 luxury £1million-plus north-east homes we wish we could afford
The north-east is home to some grand designs.
This home looks absolutely amazing AND you can pick your own kitchen before you move in
One of the best things about being a property owner is having the ability to decorate your home however you choose, without to having to answer to a landlord.
Oil boss buys luxury mansion for bargain £1.85million (£1.65m LESS than the asking price!)
An oil boss has bought one of Scotland's grandest homes at a knockdown price of £1.85million.
Housing prices rise in the north east as sales drop in Aberdeen
Housing prices in the north east have soared in the last year, while the volume of sales in Aberdeen simultaneously dropped.