ESPC say that their latest House Price Report demonstrates that house prices are still on the up in Edinburgh, the Lothians, Fife and the Scottish Borders – but with less competition than this time last year.
Between December 2025 and February 2026, the average selling price increased by 2% year-on-year to £292,287. Most properties sell for above Home Report valuation on average, but bidding activity has cooled slightly, with fewer homes going to a closing date and more buyers securing properties closer to valuation.
Homes are now taking a little longer to sell, with the median time to go under offer at 28 days, just one day slower than last year. More properties are also coming onto the market, giving buyers slightly more choice and good news for sellers making an onward purchase.
Houses are currently outperforming flats, selling faster (26 days compared to 31 days) and seeing stronger price growth. Family homes in Dunfermline remain highly sought after, while flats in Leith continue to top the list for first-time buyers.
For buyers looking for affordability, one-bedroom flats in Gorgie are among the cheapest in the capital, selling for an average of £145,818, closely followed by two-bedroom flats in Dunfermline at £147,952.
In East Lothian, prices have risen significantly – up 10.6% year-on-year – although competition has eased slightly, with homes selling closer to their Home Report valuation.
Some first-time buyer hotspots are now seeing average sale prices dip just below Home Report value, including two-bedroom flats in Bonnington, Easter Road and Slateford, offering potential opportunities for buyers entering the market.
Overall, the latest figures suggest a more balanced and accessible market as we move further into 2026.
For more information, visit espc.com.
