Selling a home in Musselburgh?
You’ll need an up-to-date Home Report available to potential buyers when you put your property on the market.
We provide Home Reports across East Lothian from our local Musselburgh office, with clear reporting and practical guidance throughout the process.
Quick Answers about selling a home in Musselburgh
Do I need a Home Report to sell in Musselburgh?
Most homes sold in Scotland require a Home Report, with some exceptions (e.g., private sales not listed on the market). The seller or their agent must provide it.
How old can the Home Report be?
When a property is put on the market, the Home Report must be no more than 3 months old.
What’s included?
A Home Report has three parts:
Single Survey
Energy Report
Property Questionnaire
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Local Market Snapshot
In terms of property types, Musselburgh bears testament to its long history and the eclectic development of more recent times. In Musselburgh, traditional properties such as granite terraces or sandstone tenements stand side-by-side with modern flats, bungalows and semi-detached properties.
The average price for property in Musselburgh stood at £261,443 in January 2025. Though different property types in Musselburgh have had different average selling prices over the last 12 months: £452,799 for detached properties, £272,937 for semi-detached, £259,681 for terraced, and £177,291 for flats.
Musselburgh Office Details
Shepherd Chartered Surveyors — Musselburgh
187 North High Street, Musselburgh EH21 6AN
Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday: 8.45am to 5.30pm
Friday: 8.45am to 5pm
Why local knowledge matters
Long known as the “Honest Toun” after a medieval story involving the devoted care of a Scottish nobleman by the people of the town, Musselburgh is a beautiful and historic town in East Lothian with much to suggest it’s long and storied history. Situated on the coast of the Firth of Forth, Musselburgh has a fine beach, much open green space and a true wealth of architecture.
Situated on the western edge of East Lothian (the town in fact used to lie in West Lothian), Musselburgh is a town which has saw quite extensive development around its historic core in the latter half of the twentieth century. This is a trend which has never really let up, and Musselburgh is attractive not only for its many landmarks – like Fisherow harbour, Musselburgh Racecourse and the stunning grounds of the prestigious Loretto school – but also for its close proximity to Edinburgh.
This nearness to the nation’s capital makes Musselburgh at once a popular commuter town as well as the host of a strong local economy as well. Musselburgh has the attraction of nationwide fame (the aforementioned racecourse for example) and its local prestigious schools (not only Loretto but also Musselburgh Grammar, one of the oldest grammar schools in the country) which drives jobs in the area. Housing development is also strong in Musselburgh, with recent developments such as proposed flats on the site of a former supermarket continuing a long trend of development and a buoyant property market in Musselburgh.
What do you get in a Home Report?
Single Survey
A professional inspection that provides a snapshot of the property’s condition at the time of inspection, with clear condition ratings and notes.
Energy Report (includes EPC)
An overview of energy performance and emissions, plus recommended improvements. If you’re producing a Home Report, the EPC is included within it.
Property Questionnaire
Completed by the seller, covering practical information a buyer needs (for example, council tax band, utilities, parking, alterations and factoring arrangements where relevant).
How it works
Request a quote
Via online form
Book the inspection
Arranged at a suitable time for you
Survey completed
By a qualified RICS surveyor
Home Report issued
Ready to share with your prospective buyers
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions about Residential Services
Most homes marketed for sale in Scotland need a Home Report, but there are exceptions (for example, certain private sales not put on the market).
Yes — if you’re producing a Home Report, the EPC is included as part of it.
Not necessarily. Access can often be arranged via your selling agent, keysafe, or other agreed method.
The report may recommend specialist checks for particular issues. If that happens, we’ll explain what it means and what people usually do next.
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