Tag: Islington
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London’s Prime Homes Struggling to Find Buyers?
Fancy a flat in Kensington or a townhouse in Hampstead? You might be in luck. It seems wealthy buyers aren’t snapping up luxury London properties as quickly as they were. A new report by Benham and Reeves, the estate agents, shows demand for prime property in London has dipped this autumn. Their “Prime London Demand…
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London’s Cheapest Boroughs for New Builds Revealed
Thinking of buying a new build in London but worried about sky-high prices? New research has revealed the boroughs where you can still get a brand new home without breaking the bank. Forget fancy central locations, it’s all about heading to the ‘burbs! Havering, in East London, topped the charts with the most affordable new…
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Manchester on a Budget: Top 6 Places for First Time Buyers
Manchester’s calling first-time buyers! This buzzing city has it all, but house prices can be scary. Fear not, though – there are still affordable gems to be found. Manchester Evening News teamed up with the experts at Bridgfords estate agents to reveal the hottest spots for first-time buyers right now. Manchester’s been getting a serious…
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Head to Wolverhampton for Your Dream Renovation!
New research has revealed that Wolverhampton is the top spot in the UK for your next renovation project. So, if you’re handy with a hammer and fancy bagging a bargain, this could be the news you’ve been waiting for! The study, conducted by flooring experts Mr Sander, looked at a range of factors to determine…
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London Calling – Where Do Buyers REALLY Want to Live?
It’s no secret that London house prices make your eyes water – but with the market constantly changing, everyone’s asking: will prices go up…or down? The average London home will set you back £496,000 – that’s down from last year, but still miles above the UK average of £284,000! But here’s a twist. Estate agent…
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London Mansions Selling Like Hotcakes as Super-Rich Bag Property Bargains!
The allure of London’s high-end property continues to grow in 2024, with a rise in the purchase of properties valued at over £10 million. This year has seen an impressive 9.1% increase in sales of these luxurious homes, according to a recent report from Coutts. Despite a general 3.9% dip in Prime London property prices…
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London Housing Market A Mixed Bag of Growth and Decline
The housing market in London presents a complex picture, with some areas experiencing growth while others face significant price drops, according to the latest data from HM Land Registry. Despite an overall decrease in property prices across London, a few boroughs have bucked the trend and shown positive growth over the past year. Greenwich leads…
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London Leads UK’s Rent Rise
London is now the frontrunner in the UK’s rental market, with record-breaking increases over the past year. However, it’s not just the capital feeling the heat; Scotland is also witnessing significant hikes in rental costs. According to the latest figures from Benham and Reeves, a leading lettings agent, rents in London have surged by an…
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London’s Luxury Property Market Poised for a Comeback
Coutts Bank, a subsidiary of Natwest, has released a new report suggesting a promising turnaround for London’s prime property market. Despite a challenging start to the year, where property prices in London’s elite sectors saw a 3.9% drop last quarter and were 1.6% lower than the same period last year, Coutts remains optimistic. The report…
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Suburban Shift – London Renters Look to the Outskirts
More and more London renters are opting for suburban life over city centre living. Driven by the pursuit of affordability and better transport connections, this trend is not unique to London but is echoed across other major UK cities, according to recent data from SpareRoom. SpareRoom’s analysis of tenant search trends has uncovered a substantial…