Plot, Park Avenue, Dunbar, EH42 1BH
Scotland
£160,000
Listed on 01/07/2026
Listed on 01/07/2026
The listing
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PlotDescription
Located in the tranquil heart of Dunbar, this substantial plot offers a unique investment opportunity for those looking to develop in a desirable area. Measuring just under a third of an acre, the site is ideal for constructing a family home or potentially two semi-detached residences, subject to planning permission. The surrounding amenities provide both convenience and appeal, with Dunbar's charming coastal lifestyle complemented by local shops, cafés, and recreational facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Dunbar's proximity to scenic coastal paths, beaches, and the John Muir Country Park. The community is served by excellent educational institutions, making it attractive for families. Furthermore, with good transport links via the railway station and A1 road access to Edinburgh and beyond, this location perfectly balances rural charm with urban accessibility.
WHOTS analysis
Our WHOTS verdict
An internal assessment of the opportunity to acquire, improve and create value.
35out of 100
Grade ELow opportunity
Confidence: LOW
This is a development plot rather than a house with a visible renovation canvas: the aerial images show road frontage and gated access, with existing outbuildings, overgrowth and uneven or bare ground. The site is just under a third of an acre in Dunbar, and the listing suggests a family home or potentially two semi-detached homes, subject to planning; feasibility is not established. The heavy project here is site preparation and creating a dwelling from the ground up, rather than refreshing an existing interior.
At £160,000, value versus local £/sqf cannot be judged because the floor area is missing. The overall score is low, with limited economics data and a substantial project scope; services are also listed as to be confirmed. Dunbar’s coastal setting, amenities and rail links add appeal, but planning and site feasibility will be central to the opportunity.
Key opportunities
- Shape a new home around the plot, or investigate the listing’s suggested two semi-detached homes, subject to planning and demonstrated feasibility.
- Use the site’s road frontage and gated access as a starting point for planning the layout and access.
- Clear the overgrowth and address the uneven or bare ground to establish the site and reveal its usable potential.
Key risks
- This is a ground-up development-scale project, not a cosmetic refresh: existing structures, vegetation and uneven ground mean site clearance and a substantial build programme need to be planned.
- Planning feasibility is unestablished, and services are to be confirmed; both could materially affect what can be delivered on the plot.
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Transport
Nearest stations
Dunbar Rail Station
0.6 miles
Train · Dunbar
East Linton
5.3 miles
Train · East Linton
North Berwick Rail Station
8.8 miles
Train · North Berwick
Drem Rail Station
10.1 miles
Train · Drem
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Price history
-11.1% since listed
£160,000£20,000(-11.1%)
06/09/2026£180,000Initial listing
30/06/2026Services
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