Tayside Property Market Update | Q1 2026 

Tayside’s property market remained strong in the first quarter of 2026, with house prices staying steady and buyer activity gaining momentum. 

Q1 2026 Key Points:

• The average selling price across Tayside during quarter one was £183,083, an increase of 7% year-on-year. 
• 8% of properties went to a closing date. 
• Properties going under offer jumped by 24% quarter-on-quarter. 
• Broughty Ferry and North East Fife saw the highest percentage of properties achieving over their Home Report value.

A closer look into the housing market across Tayside 

Exclusive data from TSPC shows that the average selling price across Tayside rose to £183,083, a 7% increase compared to Q1 of 2025. Additionally, the number of properties going under offer jumped by 24% quarter-on-quarter, highlighting growing demand in the region. 

Regional pricing trends 

Property values across the region continue to vary, offering options for a wide range of budgets. Arbroath and the surrounding areas remain the most affordable, with an average selling price of £153,129, showing steady performance compared with Q1 2025. 

Dundee and Invergowrie follow closely at £153,986, reflecting a strong 10% year-on-year increase and signalling growing confidence in the city market. 

Meanwhile, Brechin, Edzell, Stracathro and Trinity average £157,377 offering excellent value for buyers seeking more rural settings. 

At the other end of the scale, Broughty Ferry, along with Newport, Tayport, Wormit and surrounding areas, continues to attract strong prices with an average of £262,939 the highest in the region. 

Areas achieving over home report value 

Seller confidence continued to grow in Q1, with many homes across Tayside selling above their Home Report (HR) valuation.   

Broughty Ferry and surrounding areas

Broughty Ferry continues to be the most competitive market. Homes here sold for an average of 2.7% above HR, with some properties attracting even higher overbids when demand is strong. More than half of the homes sold went over HR, showing that buyers are willing to pay a premium. For sellers, this means you can expect competitive offers. For buyers, timing and preparation are key, as high-demand properties may go above the listed price. 

Dundee and Invergowrie

Dundee presented a mixed market with pockets of strong activity. On average, homes sold 1% above HR, and nearly half exceeded HR, particularly well-located or upgraded properties. For sellers, this means there’s still a good chance to achieve a price above HR with attractive listings. For buyers, there are opportunities to negotiate on less competitive properties, but popular homes may see modest overbids. 

North East Fife

The market in North East Fife showed steady activity, with average sales around 0.8 to 1.6% above HR. Some homes, particularly in Newport-on-Tay, continue to attract overbids, while others, especially in Tayport, sell closer to their Home Report value. For sellers, this offers a balanced but positive market where well-presented properties can achieve a premium. Buyers benefit from slightly more negotiation room than in higher-demand areas but should be ready to act on attractive listings. 

The first quarter of 2026 highlights a market that is stable, active and full of opportunity. With momentum expected to continue into spring and summer, now is an excellent time to plan your next step. If you’re looking to buy or sell in Tayside, get in touch and let us help you navigate the market with confidence.