# How much are homes in Leven selling for?

Posted 22/08/2024 by [Alex Moore](/blog/authors/alex-moore)

   ![Woman on phone with coffee](https://www.your-move.co.uk/uploads/blog_post/12_1315_s.jpg?v=161510) Whether you're already a homeowner, looking to move home or a first time buyer, it's good practice to monitor house prices in your local area.

Today we're taking a look at the sold house prices in Leven, Fife over the last 12 months.

## House prices in Leven

Taking a look at Zoopla's data, for the last 12 months the average sold price for a property in Leven was [£157,628](https://www.zoopla.co.uk/house-prices/fife/leven/?new_homes=include&q=leven&orig_q=leven&identifier=fife%2Fleven&view_type=list). This varies depending on the type of property.

Detached properties are selling for the highest price, which should come as no surprise, coming in at an average of £274,395.

Semi-detached properties are selling, on average, for £100,000 less than detached properties, with the 12 month average coming to £161,223.

Finally, terraced houses are being sold for an average price of £113,662 over the last year. If you're looking to invest in a property, a terraced home is likely to be a cheaper option.

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## Apartments offer a cheaper option for first time buyers

Flats and apartments are being sold for much less than full sized properties, with the average sold price for the last year being £83,367.

This makes flats a great option for first time buyers who are looking to get onto the property ladder without breaking the bank.

There are a number of first time buyers available in Scotland right now to make the financial hurdle of buying your first home easier:

- The Morgage Guarantee Scheme sees participating lenders offering 95% mortgages until 30th June 2025. This reduces the deposit needed to secure a home much lower, at 5% of the property's value.
     
     The scheme is available through a number of the UK's leading lenders, including the [Bank of Scotland](https://www.bankofscotland.co.uk/mortgages/help-and-guidance/government-schemes.html).
- The [New Supply Shared Equity](https://www.mygov.scot/new-supply-shared-equity-scheme) (NSSE) is available for first time buyers who are interested in buying a new build property.
     
     Under the scheme, the buyers only need to pay for 60-80% of the property, with the Scottish Government holding the remaining share under a shared equity agreement.
- There is currently [Land and Building Transaction Tax](https://www.gov.scot/policies/taxes/land-and-buildings-transaction-tax/) (LBTT) relief for first time buyers in Scotland.
     
     When you buy a property in Scotland you'll have to pay LBTT on properties costing more than £145,000. For first time buyers, this is applicable for properties worth up to [£175,000](https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/homes/buying-a-home/land-and-buildings-transaction-tax-everything-you-need-to-know).
     
     If the property is worth more than £175,000 you can still receive a significant discount on LBTT as a first time buyer.

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   ![Alex Moore](https://www.your-move.co.uk/uploads/blog_author/12_20_t.jpg?v=27156) [Alex Moore](/blog/authors/alex-moore)

Your Move E-Marketing Executive