A host of great homes are still going unsold in Scotland despite a property shortage and soaring house prices.
Given the simple gulf between supply and demand, it's a seller's market - and the prices show it.
House prices in the UK have seen a boom as costs soared 10 percent in 2021 whilst the average property is valued at £270,708, according to the government's UK House Price Index.
This means most properties in Scotland have been snapped up as soon as they've gone in the market with sellers desperate to upgrade after lockdown.
Even so, you can't always tell why some properties aren't getting snatched up as so many Scots are vying to get on the property ladder.
We hunted on Rightmove for some properties that have been sitting on the property market the longest - and they could be your dream home.
From a stunning Glasgow duplex to a new build in Edinburgh, Scots searching for a place to call their own could easily land their forever home.
The walk-in ready Aberdeen flat
Price: offers over £200,000
Listed: August 2016
This two bedroom Aberdeen flat has been on the market since 2016 despite its superb location and walk-in condition.
The second floor, 68 square metre Belgrave Mansions flat has been 'maintained to an exceptional standard by its current owner', says estate agents McEwan Fraser Legal.
It is decorated in easy-going neutral tones featuring double glazed windows and gas central heating.
The property could be home to a professional couple or mature students, suggests the agents, or you could snap it up as a buy-to-let property.
Find the listing here.
A new build in Edinburgh
Price: price on application
Listed: March 2019
It's been almost three years since the new builds were listed in March 2019 with the price cryptically listed as POA (price on application).
There are three homes available in a new development in the west of Edinburgh not far from Murrayfield stadium.
Situated in a secluded position in woodland off Ravelston Dykes Road, the plots account for up to 0.9 acres each.
With plots of up to 0.9 acres each of the three houses, their huge interiors range from 579 to 669 square metres with five bedrooms and double height ceilings to boot.
Savills calls it a 'fantastic opportunity to create a one of a kind bespoke property'.
Find the listing here.
A Merchant City duplex in Glasgow
Price: offers over £280,000
Listed: February 2020
This two bedroom, one bathroom flat in Glasgow has been sitting on the market since February 2020.
Located in the city centre in Merchant city, it's unclear why this Slater Hogg & Howison property hasn't sold since the start of the pandemic.
Its stately building dates back to 1844 with an internal courtyard and two roof gardens to enjoy.
Inside the east-facing flat is a 'designer curved wall feature', impressive ceiling height and bright white walls would make the best of a dreich day.
Smack dab in the city centre, the flat extends over two floors and boasts a concierge service and a lift.
Find the listing here.
The Dundee flat under £100,000
Price: offers over £99,995
Listed: June 2017
Up for sale since 2017, this two bedroom ground floor flat in Dundee costing just under £100,000 still hasn't been snatched up.
It boasts modern features in a 90 square metre property northwest of Dundee city centre in Lochee sold by agents McEwan Fraser.
The flat enjoys some private frontage outdoors which the listing recommends for 'al-fresco dining at night'.
Buyers could walk up to the Dundee Law, the highest point of Dundee, in just 21 minutes on weekends or any fine day given that Dundee is Scotland's sunniest city.
Conveniently, extras included in the sale are floor coverings, blinds and fitted appliances.
Find the listing here.
The Perthshire cul-de-sac flat
Price: offers in the region of £95,000
Listed: May 2016
A two bedroom, one bathroom flat with views to Kinnoull Hill in Perthshire is the most affordable of the bunch with offers requested around £95,000.
Cosily situated in a cul-de-sac in Craigie, the home is in a 'much sought after' hamlet a few miles west of Blairgowrie - a convenient location well-located for commuters.
There is a 'feature fire' in the lounge with a modern kitchen, ample storage and double glazed windows.
"The property offers comfortable, spacious and easily maintained accommodation and is presented in first class order throughout," writes Blackadders.
Find the listing here.
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