Idyllic swathes of countryside, picture-perfect historic towns and incredibly reasonable house prices - this beautiful West Midlands county is ticking all of our boxes
Rolling hills, narrow cobbled streets and yellow meadows, punctuated by Tudor town houses, spired churches and handsome coaching inns – yes, the good green land of Shropshire has much to offer potential homebuyers. And that’s before you even consider those views…
Relatively untouched Shropshire almost seems like a different world, with a lower population density than most of the UK, and cleaner air and rivers.
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So which is the right town for you? Beautiful Ludlow with its imposing castle and vibrant foodie scene has a certain charm — check out the old town for half-timbered buildings and medieval walkways. Shrewsbury is a hive of coffee shops and outstanding restaurants and even boasts a beautiful quarry, while Telford is the hotspot for shopping.
With an average house price of £220,352, wherever you choose to buy in Shropshire you won’t go far wrong with this beautiful county.
Here are some of our favourites currently on the market…
Robinson House, Market Street, £189,950
A beautiful Georgian building in a sought after town centre location, this handsome one bedroom flat is not to be sniffed at.
Offering spacious and contemporary living within a listed historic building, this sophisticated home is well suited to a discerning owner with impeccable taste.
The impressive open-plan kitchen and living space overlooks Market Square — the perfect spot to admire the hustle and bustle of Shrewsbury below.
Located close to the beautiful Quarry park, you can even enjoy scenic strolls along the banks of the River Severn.
On the market for £189,950 with Halls.
Leighton Park, Shrewsbury, £334,950
This interesting three-bedroom home is located in the newly developed Leighton Park, within the grounds of the former Shelton Hospital.
A contemporary interior sits in stark contrasts with the historic building, offering a bright and spacious living space packed with every mod con you could wish for.
Residents will love the superb parkland setting, ideally located in the county town of Shrewsbury.
Families will especially appreciate the local playing field, cricket pitch and bowling green that are sure to be a hit with all ages. This property is a great opportunity to be part of a great new community!
On Rightmove for £334,950 with Shropshire Homes.
The Cottage, Sutton Road, £575,000
Now here’s a home with serious kerb appeal! This highly desirable Georgian home, believed to date back to 1789, is in a popular conservation area and sits among splendid gardens, with convenient front and rear parking.
The abode offers tastefully presented and well-proportioned accommodation with four bedrooms and many wonderful heritage features, not least the wonderful leaded and stained windows.
French doors open out from the generously sized sitting room to a decked terrace, while leading off from the dining room is a handy cellar – the perfect spot to stash your Shiraz! A cute kitchen garden is another welcome bonus for any green-fingered cooks.
On the market for £575,000 with Halls.
North Hermitage, Belle Vue, £695,000
A bright and spacious period home that's been brought bang up to date, this is certainly a big contender in the local market.
Retaining many original features, accommodation is presented over three floors and includes an impressive entrance hall, stunning orangery and a feature staircase with original tiling.
On the first floor there’s a master bedroom with a recently revamped ensuite shower room, three further sizeable bedrooms and a large family bathroom.
However, the real treat awaits on the top floor, where a large open-plan studio can be found, complete with its own bathroom.
On the market for £695,000 with Roger Parry & Partners.
Mill House, Meole Brace, £950,000
Occupying an attractive rural spot in Meole Village, this dwelling is surrounded by stunning views, yet remains just two miles from the town centre. Mill House is ideally suited for the buyer seeking a quiet location with local amenities close by.
Set within an acre of landscaped gardens, this four-bedroom villa is an impressively unique property and despite many renovations, you can still see signs of its former life as a Mill. Look out for the low rise wall by the pond, solid oak floors and an original open fireplace.
Country folk will no doubt find a use for the adjoining paddock, chicken coop and fishing rights over at Rea Brook.
On the market for £950,000 with Balfours.