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The city of Aberdeen is situated in
the Grampian region on the north-east coast of Scotland. Aberdeen's unique
position allows residents and visitors to take advantage of both the beautiful
mountains of the Scottish Highlands and the spectacular coastline, sandy
beaches and nearby fishing villages.
 With a population of just over 200,000, Aberdeen
is Scotland's third largest city and offers a number of attractions for those
looking for a property in north-east Scotland. Located at the mouths of the
River Dee and River Don, the city lies at the edge of Royal Deeside and is
within easy distance of Cairngorms National Park. The Grampian Highlands
region, of which Aberdeen is the capital, offers numerous recreational activities
and places of interests to visit: historic castles, whisky distilleries,
and magnificent golf courses, to name but a few. It is a popular destination,
too, for wildlife enthusiasts, and for those who enjoy outdoor activities
such as golf, skiing, climbing and walking. With an international airport
to the north-west of the city, and good train and bus services, Aberdeen
is well served by transport links, and its large and busy commercial port
is also Scotland's main east coast ferry port.
The predominantly granite buildings of Aberdeen have earned it the title
'the granite city'. The historic Old Town contains many impressive stone
buildings, including St Machar's Cathedral, Marishal College and His Majesty's
Theatre. This is also the area of Aberdeen's 500 year old university, with
Kings College its central feature. The city also merits the title 'Flower
of Scotland', thanks to its large number of parks, public gardens and floral
displays. The most famous of these is exhibited at the Winter Gardens in
the Duthie Park where displays can be enjoyed throughout the year. It is
not surprising that Aberdeen has won the Britain in Bloom title many times.
The city has a thriving cultural and arts scene, with many interesting museums
and galleries, and plays host to several festivals and international events
annually. Its long stretch of beach has ensured its reputation as a seaside
resort with a busy area of amusements and leisure facilities.
Aberdeen is an historic city, and has prospered from its maritime connections,
commerce and industries. Its modern economy is based predominantly on the
North Sea oil industry which has helped the area to thrive and led to distinctly
low unemployment rates in the region. Many people looking to buy a house
or rent a property in Aberdeen will be connected to oil companies or associated
services. The large concentration of people working in this area has led
to much property development in the city and the establishment of a number
of large housing estates in commuting areas over recent decades.
As such, Aberdeen property for sale offers a wide range of places to live,
from traditional buildings in the city to more modern housing estates in
the suburbs. Luxury apartments, modern bungalows, student flats, semi-detached
houses, and large detached villas can all be found in city centre locations,
while cottages can be found in quieter rural areas. The average price of
a property for sale in Aberdeen is lower than Scotland's national average;
as of September 2004 it stood at around £100,000. Despite signs of a
slowdown throughout the UK during 2004, average prices of property in Aberdeen
were still higher than the previous year; growth of property prices in Aberdeen
in September 2004 was 12.5%, a significantly higher rate of growth than the
UK average.
Property agents can of course advise on the most appropriate areas for your
property search, depending on your budget and preferred size and style of
home. However, there is little substitute to getting first-hand information
from people who live in Aberdeen: wherever possible, it is well worth asking
friends or colleagues about the suitability of a location, as very often
the impressions gleaned from a brochure may be far removed from the actual
perceptions of the residents.
Within the city itself, many traditional granite buildings close to the city
centre and university have been converted into one-bedroom or two-bedroom
apartments. Both student accommodation and executive homes can be found for
sale here, while modern developments are also available in this area. Larger
family properties, both detached and semi-detached houses, can also be found
in residential streets and in areas like Rosemount and Ferryhill.
The West End is a popular area to buy a house in Aberdeen and also offers
many rental properties. Close to the main shopping area around Union Street
and within easy access of the city centre and all local amenities, this is
an attractive district of Aberdeen with a variety of properties for sale.
Many traditional granite tenement blocks have been converted into apartments
and the area also contains modern apartment developments as well as substantial
stone villas suitable for family living.
More info for selling or renting property in Aberdeen can be found at
Property for sale Aberdeen.
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