If you’re thinking about moving, it’s important to understand what really drives property prices here in York.

Location is key — homes close to the city centre, good schools, or the train station tend to attract more buyers and achieve stronger prices. York’s historic streets and popular villages like Bishopthorpe, Fulford and Poppleton each appeal to different types of buyers, which naturally affects values.

Condition and presentation also make a big difference. Buyers will always pay more for a property that feels ready to move into, especially when everything’s well cared for and thoughtfully presented.

It’s also important to position your asking price carefully — for example, pricing at £200,000 instead of £205,000 ensures your property appears in more Rightmove and Zoopla searches, as buyers often filter in £25,000 or £50,000 bands. That visibility can make all the difference in attracting the right interest early on.

And finally, timing matters. We tend to see stronger activity in The New Year when buyers have more time to concentrate on their property search once Christmas and the new year celebrations are behind us .