Coastal competition cools as city property markets heat up
Buyer and tenant demand is still running very high in many seaside locations, but Rightmove points to a marked slow-down from the frantic activity of 2020 and 2021.
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Coastal homes have seen asking prices rise by 13.9% on average over the last year, outpacing the national average of 9.9%.
Property prices have doubled around some Elizabeth Line stations
"Despite delays in the line opening, the number of buyers looking to move near the stations has steadily surged," says Rightmove.
Prime London’s property market hits a ‘sweet spot’ as buying activity picks up
"The prime London property market is in a sweet spot," declares Knight Frank's research team, as buyer demand bounces back and the supply of homes available to buy picks up.
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