Purplebricks : Top properties for first time buyers

In yesterday's budget, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a new 5% deposit mortgage guarantee scheme, enabling lenders to offer 95% mortgages.

This is fantastic news for first time buyers, and we have some amazing properties on the market for keen homeowners.

Check out some of our favourites below:

3 bedroom detached house Ernest Cope Road, Crewe, CW1 4GW

This modern and immaculately presented home in Crewe is set in a quiet location within easy reach of all local amenities. This property is ideal for first time buyers due to the amount of work that has already been done to the property. There's a large and light kitchen and diner with french doors leading to a lovely garden with a shed, flower beds and a patio area, perfect for the summer. The master bedroom has mirrored fitted wardrobes and a master en-suite, giving you a little taste of luxury at home. There's two more good sized bedrooms, a family bathroom, utility room and a driveway for multiple vehicles.

3 bedroom terraced house - Courtleet Road, Coventry, CV3 5GS

This home really does have the wow factor. This beautifully presented and extended terrace property would make a lovely home for first time buyers. There's a large open plan space with a lounge, kitchen and dining room, as well as a separate living room at the front of the property. Outside there are well presented low maintenance front and rear gardens, and rear access to a double garage.

3 bedroom end of terrace house - Petrel Drive, Louth, LN11 0ZG

This modern, end terrace home is only a few years old and is a great purchase for first time buyers. There's plenty of high quality fixtures and fittings including spot lights in the hall, good quality flooring, fitted wardrobes in the master bedroom and tasteful décor throughout. It's situated on the now established St James development, just off Fulmar Drive, and only a short trip into town for all amenities.

3 bedroom semi-detached house - Warmwell Close, Liverpool, L24 1WF

This contemporary semi detached house in South Liverpool is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, close to an array of local facilities and amenities. Upon entering the property there is an entrance hallway which leads to a bright and spacious lounge, featuring french doors which lead to the rear garden and patio area. The beautiful open plan kitchen/dining room makes the perfect space for entertaining family and friends. There are three great sized bedrooms with the master having an en-suite shower room, and modern fitted wardrobes. Outside, there is a good sized garden with a paved patio and seating area, perfect to sit and unwind on a summer evening.

3 bedroom semi-detached house - Greenfield Road, Preston, PR4 0ER

This spacious and beautifully presented three bed semi-detached house is surrounded by open countryside. It was built in 2018 and has an 8 year warranty remaining. There's an immaculate kitchen with integrated appliances and a lovely lounge with patio doors leading to a fully fenced private back garden with a number of shrubs and a fixed shed. Upstairs are three good sized bedrooms with the master bedroom having an en-suite and built in wardrobes. Bedroom three provides lovely views of the countryside.

2 bedroom semi-detached house - Sinnington End, Colchester, CO4 9RE

This amazing two bedroom semi detached property is located within a quiet and sought after cul-de-sac. The home has a larger than average rear garden, with possibilities to extend subject to planning. There's a modern lounge, and a kitchen/diner with double glazed windows and patio doors leading you into the garden. Outside there's a recently fitted raised patio seating area, and a concrete area suitable for a large shed. Upstairs offers two bedrooms and a modern family bathroom.

3 bedroom end of terrace house - Brightwater, Bolton, BL6 5GW

This incredibly well presented three bedroom end terraced family home is set on a very popular residential development on the outskirts of Horwich. The location of this house is ideal for access to local amenities, a choice of good primary and secondary schools and great transport links. The property itself has an entrance hall, W.C, living room, fitted kitchen/diner and conservatory on the ground floor. Upstairs you will find the three bedrooms, master with en-suite shower room and the family bathroom. Externally, there is a private rear garden and parking for up to three cars; making this an ideal home for first time buyers and their family.

3 bedroom detached house - Pickhills Grove, Rotherham, S63 9FP

This three bed detached home is a former show, featuring a newly landscaped garden, garage and stunning interior. A great opportunity for first time buyers to purchase a modern and immaculately presented home, with good sized rooms, stylish decor and a low maintenance garden. The property is situated within this highly regarded residential area, perfect for family living and providing easy access to local amenities, reputable schools, and the M1 & A1 - making this an ideal spot for commuting.

2 bedroom end of terrace house - Tuckwell Grove, Exeter, EX1 3HU

A first time buyer could move straight into this lovely modern two bed home, which was built in 2018 and finished to high standard with integrated appliances, utility area, en-suite shower room and driveway parking for two vehicles. There's a very well maintained garden with artificial turf and decking area, and the property is located in the popular area of Pinhoe in Exeter, close to local amenities and transport links.

1 bedroom apartment - 3 Braggs Lane, Old Market, BS2 0FY

This stunning one bedroom apartment has a lovely south facing balcony, perfect for having a drink outside in the summer. There's a contemporary open plan living space, a communal courtyard and bike storage. It's located in the popular Old Market - less than a 5 minute walk to Cabot Circus and less than a 15 minute walk to Bristol Temple Meads station.

If any of these properties caught your attention and you'd like to find out more, our team of Local Property Experts are available for viewings, fully socially distanced in line with the latest government guidelines. We are also hosting virtual viewings on all properties. Get in touch with us directly, via the listing page and we'll take it from there.