The Scottish private rented sector (PRS) continues to function in a reassuringly balanced fashion in its major markets after several tumultuous years at the start of the decade. Casual and industry observers alike, will take interest in this settled period of minimal movement in rental prices across the country as we head towards May 2027, the deadline for the first market assessments due by Scottish local authorities.
Given the steep rise of urban rents in recent years, it is perhaps no surprise to see markets trade sideways. Despite crisp demand set against good supply for most segments of the market, it seems likely that these more gentle characteristics will be sustained for further quarters given the wider picture which does not point towards heated conditions that would see rents materially spike upwards again.
Lar Property & Estate Management has contributed an article to this quarter's report and it can be found on P17 - link below to access the full report.
https://www.citylets.co.uk/research/reports/property-rental-report-scotland-2026-q2/
