What are my options for buying?

The information here will help you find out about the low cost housing options available to help you purchase your own home, and give you details on buying a property on the open housing market.

Low cost options

Affordable housing for sale
Find out about the low cost home opportunities currently available in Aberdeenshire.

Low Cost Initiative for First Time Buyers - LIFT
Find out about the Low Cost Initiative for First Time Buyers (LIFT) scheme. The scheme can also help if you are looking for a home after a significant change in circumstances or if you have specific housing needs.

Low Cost Homes for Sale
Find out more about the Low Cost Homes for Sale scheme, who can apply and where the properties are in Aberdeenshire.

Rural Home Ownership Grant
Find out more about a grant helping local people on low incomes to own their own homes in rural communities.

Shared ownership
Find out more about shared ownership, how it works and who is eligible.

Right to buy
Find out if you can purchase your council house. This section also has information on pressure area status.

Open market options

Buying an existing property
Find out about home reports, advice on finding and viewing suitable properties, arranging finance and maintaining your home.

Buying a new build property
Information on buying a new build property and how it may differ from buying an existing property.

Building your own property
Learn about finding a suitable site and the planning regulations and procedures that apply. Also includes information on legal advice and how to go about designing and building your home.