Scottish Property Market Insights

Monthly market reports and investment intelligence from Kaimes Property

1 April 2026 · 6 min read

Letting Agent Fees in Scotland: What You're Really Paying For

Scottish letting agents charge 8–15% of rent plus VAT — but what does that actually include? We break down every fee and show what landlords are really getting.

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15 March 2026 · 6 min read

Scotland Property Market: March 2026

Scotland's property market shows broad resilience in March 2026, with above-average yields, rising rents, and strong investor appetite across Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond.

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15 February 2026 · 7 min read

Becoming a Landlord in Scotland: Your Guide

Thinking of letting property in Scotland for the first time? From landlord registration to deposit protection, this step-by-step guide covers everything new landlords need to get right from day one.

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15 February 2026 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: February 2026

Scotland's property market accelerates into spring 2026 with national prices at £198,500, investor enquiry at two-year highs, and yields across all major cities offering returns that are hard to match elsewhere in the UK.

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15 January 2026 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: January 2026

Scotland's property market enters 2026 with national prices approaching £198,000, rental growth entrenched above inflation, and an improving mortgage environment that is bringing new investors back to the market.

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15 December 2025 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: December 2025

Scotland closes 2025 with national prices at £197,000, seven consecutive years of above-inflation rental growth, and an investment landscape that compares favourably with almost anywhere in the UK.

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15 November 2025 · 6 min read

HMO Licensing in Scotland: A Landlord's Guide

HMO properties can deliver yields 20–30% above standard lets — but only if you get the licensing right. This guide covers Scottish HMO requirements, safety standards, and what landlords must do to stay compliant.

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15 November 2025 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: November 2025

Scotland's property market holds firm in November 2025, with national prices nudging £196,000, yields across Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen outperforming most of the UK, and investor confidence continuing to rebuild as financing costs ease.

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15 October 2025 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: October 2025

Scotland's property market shows broad momentum in October 2025, with prices up across all major cities, rental yields outperforming England, and investor confidence rebuilding as rates ease.

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15 September 2025 · 5 min read

Scotland Property Market: September 2025

Scotland's property market enters autumn 2025 with transaction volumes ahead of last year, rental demand at seasonal highs, and average prices approaching £195,000 nationally.

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