Even ignoring the worsening cost of living crisis that has left millions of households across Scotland and the UK struggling to put food on the table, buying a home in Edinburgh is a luxury few can afford.
As we have revealed in previous property roundups, there are certainly bargains to be found for those willing to look — particularly in areas such as Leith and Corstorphine.
However, purchasing a house in neighbourhoods like the West End or Morningside is simply out of reach for many, barring a sudden lottery win.
