Aberdeen is changing. It’s now one of the most modern ports in Europe and it’s fast becoming
a global net-zero energy hub. With the huge transformation of the beach, port and city centre,
and the creation of new jobs in the clean energy sector, more people are looking to live in
Aberdeen. But when it comes to buying a new home in Aberdeen – what can you get for your
money? We find out.
Life in Aberdeen
First of all, let’s take a look at what life is like living and working in Aberdeen. Your first thoughts might be cold, dark, and not a lot happening. But you’d be wrong. Aberdeen, which can be found right up in the north of Scotland, on the east coast has a lot to offer. Such as…
Average house prices in Aberdeen
Looking at data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), the average house price in Aberdeen in February 2026 was £128,000. This is 6.4% lower than the year previously. House prices fell in Aberdeen city centre, while across the rest of Scotland, house prices increased by an average of 2.3%. Local estate agents attribute the price decrease in Aberdeen to uncertainty in the oil and gas markets. And despite prices of homes not increasing, the volume of sales did increase over the course of 2025. Agents in the area cite apartment sales and first-time buyer activity being the most popular.
New home developments in Aberdeen
With strong employment growth in the region and higher than average wage levels, housebuilding has started to pick up again in Aberdeen. Here are some of the new developments currently under construction, and you’ll be pleasantly surprised by the house prices.
Riverside Quarter in Bucksburn from Barratt Homes
At Riverside Quarter, you’ll find new, energy-efficient apartments and houses within a family-friendly, established community. The new development is located in Bucksburn, a 10-minute drive from the centre of Aberdeen and close to the River Don for walks and time to unwind. Kirkhill forest is also a short cycle away from home, and for getting about by car, you have easy access to the A96 and the city centre.
This is the Thurso, a three-bedroom semi-detached property at Riverside Quarter. If you like
entertaining, this property with its open-plan kitchen/dining area which opens up onto the back garden, won’t disappoint. It has a very handy separate utility and downstairs WC, too. Upstairs features three double bedrooms, with the main bedroom having its own en suite. This particular property comes with free flooring. Other selected plots on the development come with a variety of other incentives, including Deposit Boost and LBTT offers.
Prices for the Thurso at Riverside Quarter start from £255,995. To find out more about the Riverside Quarter from Barratt Homes, visit here.
Hazlewood from Dandara Homes in Aberdeen’s West End area
Located in the West End, a highly sought-after area of Aberdeen, especially for families and
commuters, Hazlewood from Dandara Homes offers the best of both worlds. The development is in a lovely, peaceful setting, surrounded by open green spaces, yet it is still within easy reach of many amenities, including a nearby Co-op and Aldi. And Aberdeen centre itself is only a 15-minute drive away, with residents able to access the A90 trunk road from the development within minutes. The development includes homes for all budgets with 2, 3, 4 and 5-bedroom homes available.
This 3-bedroom detached house is The Hazel, one of Dandara’s most popular homes thanks to its layout, energy efficiency and quality of build. Inside you’ll find a fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances that’s open plan in style, with patio doors from the dining side of the room opening out onto the back garden. There’s a good-sized utility room off the kitchen which leads to the integrated garage, a downstairs WC, and a separate lounge with front aspect, which also has doors opening from the dining room. This property benefits from photovoltaic solar panels to provide supplemented low-carbon-generated electricity and an EV charger. The Hazel is available from £399,995. To find out more about it and other homes from Dandara at Hazlewood, click here.
Hopecroft View in Bucksburn from Barratt Homes
On the other side of the A96 trunk road in Bucksburn, and 6 miles out from Aberdeen city centre, you will find Hopecroft View from Barratt Homes. This is a development of purely houses, all designed with energy-efficient features, in a great location for accessing transport links, making it perfect for families and commuters. And with its countryside surroundings, it’s even easier to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and spend time in the great outdoors.
This 3-bed end of terrace property is popular with growing families, thanks to its amount of light, spacious flow, and the good amount of storage space throughout. The kitchen/dining area to the downstairs is open plan with access out onto the garden. There’s plenty of storage options downstairs too, alongside a separate WC and a light, double aspect living room. To the upstairs there are two double bedrooms, and a further single, with the master bedroom coming with an en suite. The price for this home starts from £252,995. You can find it on this link, as well as other homes at Hopecroft View.
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