Related topic: second homes

The average asking price for a typical mid-market second-stepper home is 52% more than a 0-2 bedroom.

The change is broadly in line with changes made to stamp duty in England and Northern Ireland.

Recent tax changes and incoming council tax premiums for second homes have unsettled property investors and second homeowners, Zoopla says.

The government is increasing stamp duty on second homes to 5% from tomorrow.