‘Rebalancing begins’ as prime London’s property market catches up with country house performance
Knight Frank and Savills have both flagged a revival for central London's property market in the opening months of this year. Prices are rising, buyer activity is up, and supply is picking up faster than in other parts of the country, as the back to work trend continues...
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