Property Market Spotlight: What's Happening in Bonnyrigg?

With property prices continuing their steady rise in Edinburgh and the Lothians, it’s no surprise that the thriving Midlothian market town of Bonnyrigg has become increasingly popular with property buyers looking for homes that offer more “bang for your buck.”

According to the ESPC, the average selling price for properties in Bonnyrigg is just over £200,000 with the most popular property type being a three-bedroom house.  When you compare this to the average sale price for a three-bedroom house in Edinburgh itself of £336,258, it is easy to see why buyers are keen to widen their property search for more affordable homes.

At Warners, we currently have a number of properties for sale in Bonnyrigg.  Our expert legal team also act for many buyers who are looking to make this lovely town their new home.  Currently, we have a variety of homes for sale in Bonnyrigg with prices ranging from Offers Over £135,000 for a modern two-bedroom flat with Private Parking to Fixed Price £250,000 for a large five-bedroom family home with private gardens. You can see our Featured Properties for Sale in Bonnyrigg here.

Bonnyrigg, Midlothian

Situated on the banks of the River Esk, approximately eight miles southeast from Edinburgh and within easy travelling distance to Edinburgh city centre and the bypass, Bonnyrigg is an attractive place to live for a variety of different types of buyers - families, couples, professionals, downsizers and buy-to-let investors. Offering excellent local shopping facilities, Bonnyrigg town centre has everything one could possibly need including well-known shopping outlets, two supermarkets, independent retailers, eateries, pubs, a bank and salons. There is also a medical centre in Bonnyrigg with the Midlothian Community Hospital situated just outside Bonnyrigg.

Further shopping is available in nearby Dalkeith, as well as Straiton Retail Park. There are idyllic, riverfront hotels and more eateries that can be found in the dell at neighbouring Lasswade.

Schooling is well represented from nursery to senior level, with five primary schools and one high school and Edinburgh College’s Midlothian campus in nearby Dalkeith.

The immediate vicinity lends itself to restful country walks - one of our favourite places is Dalkeith Country Park, approximately 15 minutes drive from Bonnyrigg town centre. There are also several golf courses nearby, Bonnyrigg Rose Athletic Football Club, Lasswade Rugby Club, a bowling club, a sports complex offering a variety of sporting activities and a leisure centre with swimming pool. 

Bonnyrigg offers outstanding transport links, which operates to most parts of the town and surrounding areas, with buses to Edinburgh every ten minutes during peak hours, plus express services for commuters. Due to its close proximity to the Edinburgh City Bypass, there is easy access to the west side of the city, the central motorway network and Edinburgh International Airport. In the opposite direction, the A1 provides a direct route south and gives access to East Lothian’s sandy beaches and championship golf courses. This makes travelling from Bonnyrigg in all directions by car fast and convenient and there is also a train service running from nearby Eskbank Station, providing easy access to the Borders Rail link.

Whatever type of property you are looking for in Bonnyrigg, contact Warners on 0131 667 0232 or by emailing property@warnersllp.com and let us help you find your dream home.

Featured properties for sale in Bonnyrigg with Warners

11 Auld Coal Bank - 2 Bed Ground Floor Flat | Offers Over £135,000 | Home Report Value £140,000

5 Auld Coal Terrace - 2 Bed Ground Floor Flat | Offers Over £135,000 | Home Report Value £140,000

81F Auld Coal Road - 2 Bed, 2 Bath 2nd/ Top Floor Flat | Offers Over £149,995 | Home Report Value £160,000

112 Burnbrae Road - 2 Bed Terraced House | Fixed Price £168,995 | Home Report Value £170,000 

19 Auld Coal Avenue - 2 Bed End-Terraced House | Offers Over £170,000 | Home Report Value £180,000  

4 South Chesters Park - 3 Bed Mid-Terraced House | Offers Over £200,000 | Home Report Value £205,000

10 Durham Place - 3 Bed End-Terraced Bungalow | Fixed Price £214,995 | Home Report Value £215,000

12 South Chesters Medway - 4 Bed Modern Townhouse | Offers Over £219,995 | Home Report Value £230,000  

32 South Chesters Drive - 5 Bed Modern Townhouse | Fixed Price £250,000 | Home Report Value £250,000

64 Burnbrae Road - 4 Bed Modern Townhouse with Private Garage | Fixed Price £270,000 | Home Report Value £275,000