Inverness rental market report
A data-led look at the Inverness rental market — rents, yields, demand and the trends shaping Highland.
Inverness at a glance
The Inverness rental market in Highland is active and competitive, with average rents around £1,368 pcm and rents up roughly 7.4% over the past year. Strong commuter links and local employment keep demand from tenants consistently ahead of available supply across IV1, IV2, IV3.
Average rent
£1,368 pcm
Average price
£331,000
Gross yield
5.5%
Rent growth (1yr)
+7.4%
Tenant demand
Moderate
Avg. void period
20 days
Average rents by property type
| Property type | Average rent (pcm) | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Room / HMO | £560 | £6,720 |
| 1-bed flat | £1,066 | £12,792 |
| 2-bed flat | £1,333 | £15,996 |
| 3-bed house | £1,706 | £20,472 |
| 4-bed house | £2,199 | £26,388 |
Demand insights
Tenant demand in Inverness is currently moderate. Well-presented, compliant homes typically let within 20 days, and verified tenants on DR Rent are matched to suitable Inverness properties as soon as they list.
Market trends
- Rents in Inverness are up around 7.4% year on year.
- Average property prices have changed by about 1.6% over 12 months.
- Moderate demand is keeping average void periods near 20 days.
- Compliance standards under the Renters' Rights Act are reshaping the Highland market.
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