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Westminster probing 2,600 properties in crackdown on short-term lets
The borough, which the highest number of short-term lets in the country, is clamping down on abuse of the 90-night rule & noise nuisance
Big-ticket deals drive prime London property market rally
The number of £5mn+ sales in the capital jumped up by a quarter at the end of 2024, while the combined value of those deals surged by 50%.
Foxtons reports ‘significant’ jump in market share, revenue & profits
Estate agency saw double-digit growth last year, as the sales pipeline picks up and CEO Guy Gittins continues to deliver a 'turnaround strategy'.
Mayfair townhouse with links to French royalty seeks nearly £15mn
Stucco-fronted pile on Charles Street played a key role in fostering Anglo-French relations during the Victorian era.
Asking rents fall for the first time since the pandemic
New Rightmove data show rising supply & easing demand - but the rental market remains 'very hot'.
Dubai & Sydney set to top prime city price growth in 2025
Savills has assessed prime residential growth prospects in 30 world cities, predicting a slightly slower overall rate of capital value appreciation this year than in 2024.
Estate agency software giant overhauls brand structure
Houseful's software division (Alto, Jupix, Expert Agent, CFP & Yourkeys) is now formally known as Alto Software Group (ASG).
Big planning win for St William in SW London
Green light for new set of Foster & Partners-designed buildings at King's Road Park, where an historic gas holders site is being transformed into a new 1,800-home enclave.
British Land names Cariaga as COO
Real estate giant reshuffles team as Canada Water mega-project takes shape.
Home Counties prices slide by 9% in a year
'It’s clear that buyers were able to secure some great deals last year', reports Investec, as average reduction tops £150k.
Herman Melville’s historic London home goes hunting for a buyer
Georgian end-of-terrace where Moby Dick author once lived could be 'one of the most spectacular townhouses on the Embankment', say agents.
Scotland’s prime property market sees ‘a significant recovery’
Transactions are up but many sellers are having to rein-in price expectations.