We’ve teamed up with ESPC to show you a selection of the best high-end starter homes for sale in Scotland right now
Looking for a high-end starter home? Somewhere cosy, where bathrooms and kitchens are already renovated? Scroll through our list of some of the most reasonably priced homes for sale in Scotland right now. There are no doer uppers here, just well-equipped turnkey properties with tasteful interiors and well-kept gardens.
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This post was written in partnership with ESPC
The Glebe
Where: 13 The Glebe, Aberdour, Burntisland KY3 0UN
How much? Offers over £320,000
Nestled within the highly sought-after coastal village of Aberdour, this beautifully presented two-bedroom ground floor flat offers spacious and flexible accommodation on one level, perfectly suited to those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle.
Located within a desirable residential setting, the property enjoys easy access to Aberdour’s excellent local amenities, award-winning beach, picturesque harbour, golf course and railway station.
Browns Place
Where: 7 Browns Place, East Linton, East Lothian EH40 3BG
How much? Offers over £240,000
Closing date: Tuesday 8th September
Occupying multiple levels of a listed village property in the highly desirable East Linton, this two bedroom home boasts a private main-door entrance and first-floor accommodation comprising open-plan living/kitchen space, a double bedroom and a bathroom. A special highlight is the versatile second-floor bedroom, which has stunning Traprain Law views.
Castle Street
Where: 31 Castle Street, Duns TD11 3DG
How much? Offers over £295,000
This traditional home has been enhanced and upgraded by the current owner, so is in turnkey condition. What you see now is a sleek, contemporary and well considered interior completed sympathetically to ensure a lovely blend of modern convenience and original character.
Dryden Street
Where: Flat 36, 32 Dryden Street, Leith EH7 4GQ
How much? Offers over £325,000
This Leith property in Edinburgh forms part of The Tram Sheds on Dryden Street, an award-winning, industrial-style development within a beautifully restored 19th-century tram depot, just off Leith Walk. As part of the wider Engine Yard development by Places for People, the scheme comprises just 30 thoughtfully refurbished luxury apartments.
East High Street
Where: 38 East High Street, Greenlaw, Duns, TD10 6UF
How much? Offers over £265,000
Now this is a true hidden gem. This beautifully renovated and thoughtfully extended period home seamlessly blends traditional character with contemporary design, creating a stylish and practical home finished to an exceptional standard. Throughout the property, carefully chosen design features enhance its unique appeal, including exposed stone walls, extensive glazing, bi-fold doors, and a striking arched feature window in the principal bedroom.
Meigle Street
Where: 17 Meigle Street, Galashiels TD1 1LN
How much? Guide price £250,000
This charming traditional semi-detached home is set within one of Galashiels’ most sought after residential areas, beautifully presented throughout and offering a wonderfully spacious, flexible layout — particularly on the ground floor. The accommodation flows well, beginning with a front facing lounge (which features an attractive bay window that fills the room with natural light).
Easter Road
Where: 344/3 Easter Road, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 8JR
How much? Offers over £270,000
Situated on the second floor of a handsome traditional tenement, this beautifully presented two-bedroom flat combines elegant period character with stylish modern finishes. The property retains many original features including intricate cornicing, stripped timber flooring, sash and case windows and a striking fireplace.
About ESPC
ESPC is the home of property, and first-choice property portal for local buyers and sellers across Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Borders.
Since 1971, we’ve been helping people across the region to buy and sell high-end homes, all marketed by our member network of over 100 solicitor estate agents, as well as offering free property advice from local property experts.
Alongside listing hundreds of high-end homes every week — many of which are exclusive to ESPC for their first 72 hours on the market — we provide a wealth of information through our monthly magazine, The ESPC Property Show podcast, free events and drop-in sessions.
