What can you buy for the average first-time buyer house price?
If you’re looking to buy your first home soon, there are probably lots of things you want to know about the buying process and what’s involved, as well as how much your new home is likely to cost.
Right now, the national average asking price of a first-time buyer home is £229,648, which is around 0.7% higher than this time a year ago. This is compared to the 1.6% price growth for second-stepper homes, and 1.5% for top-of-the-ladder homes since the same period in 2024. However, average prices vary by region, so you can check our latest House Price Index to see what the trends are in your local area.
You can also take a look at the type of homes can you buy for the average first-time buyer asking price below.
First-time buyer homes currently for sale:
Pattinson Estate Agents, Alnwick
Hunters, Yeadon, Guiseley and Surrounding
Hilton & Horsfall Estate Agents, Barrowford
Fenton Jones, Southwell
David Burr Estate Agents, Clare
Bruach Property, Girvan
Ashtons Estate Agency, Newton-le-Willows
I’m looking to buy my first home soon – what are my next steps?
If you’re getting ready to buy your first home soon, chances are you’ll be buying with a mortgage. A mortgage broker or adviser can talk through your specific circumstances to help determine the best lender for you, as well as explaining the type of mortgage that might be the best fit.
You can also keep an eye on the current average mortgage rates, which we track and update weekly. You can apply for a Mortgage in Principle online, which will give you personalised result showing how much you can borrow. It’s free, and your credit rating won’t be affected.
You can also take a look at our step-by-step guide to buying a home, which takes you through each stage of the process.
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