Middlesbrough Property Market Update Jan 2026

📈 House Prices in Middlesbrough

The average house price in Middlesbrough is now around £141,000, up from approximately £133,000 a year ago.

This represents annual growth of around 6.2%, highlighting that prices are continuing to rise even as wider market conditions remain challenging.

What this means:

Buyers benefit from relatively affordable prices compared to many other parts of the UK

Sellers are operating in a market where values are moving upward rather than standing still

Investors are seeing capital values improve alongside rising rents

🏠 Property Prices by Type

Average prices across Middlesbrough currently sit at approximately:

• Detached: ~£254,000
• Semi-detached: ~£153,000
• Terraced: ~£111,000
• Flats: ~£77,000

Semi-detached and terraced homes remain among the stronger performers, while flats continue to provide an accessible entry point for first-time buyers and buy-to-let investors.

💷 Rental Market Update

The rental market remains one of Middlesbrough’s strongest fundamentals.

Average monthly rent: ~£676

Annual rental growth: ~6.4%

Typical monthly rents:

• 1-bed: ~£480–£500
• 2-bed: ~£610
• 3-bed: ~£725
• 4+ beds: ~£960

This reflects continued demand across both smaller rental properties and family homes, supporting strong occupancy levels and rental yields.

🔑 What This Means for Landlords

From an investment perspective, Middlesbrough continues to offer a strong balance of:

• Rising rental income
• Steady capital growth
• Relatively low entry prices

Terraced houses and semi-detached homes remain particularly attractive for landlords, supported by consistent tenant demand and strong yields compared with many other regional markets.

Thinking of Buying, Selling, or Letting in Middlesbrough?

Market data is useful - but local expertise makes the real difference.

If you’re considering your next move in Middlesbrough, the team at NGU Homes can help you:

• price accurately
• market effectively
• and make informed decisions based on real-world market conditions

👉 Get in touch today to discuss your plans.