Private Sector Housing

Buying a House

Where to get information
Anyone interested in buying a house in Shetland can get in touch with local Solicitors and Estate Agents who advertise properties available to buy online.

Contact details are available from the Online Shetland Directory from the link below.

Decrofting
When buying an existing property, particularly in rural areas, it is important to check that the property is decrofted. To find out about decrofting, visit the Crofters Commission website using the link below.

House prices in Shetland
Our analysis of house prices across Shetland is available from our Housing Need and Demand Assessment.