The latest Citylets report, an analysis of the Scottish Private Rental Sector’s performance in the first quarter of 2025, highlighted a return to a more balanced private rental sector in Scotland after a sustained period of excess properties relative to demand.
Rents in major cities remained largely consistent while national growth continues to edge lower at just 3.6% Year on Year, precisely in line with inflation as of June 2025. Rents in Aberdeen currently sit at around 2010 levels, a full 50% reduction in real terms when factoring in inflation.
Northwood North East Branch Manager Scott Morrison painted a more positive picture for the City, describing Q2 as ‘very positive’ in terms of tenant enquiries, viewings and check-ins.
He noted: €œJune, as in previous years, saw a high number of checkouts with students starting to finish up their studies but a continuing trend of landlords also looking to sell up, which is ultimately leading to higher rents as stock reduces and demand increases, particularly as we enter the busiest Q3 period.
€œHMO properties have done well this quarter when we’ve seen them struggle a little in the past few years. This has been encouraging and a shift away from some of the more expensive purpose-built student accommodation in the city as their occupancy levels have reduced.€
For more information and insights regarding Q2, visit: Scottish PRS Rental Report From Citylets Q2 2025
