We reported in 2007 that Kingussie has received a housing boost with Albyn Housing Society having recently completed their development of 22 flats at the former Royal Hotel, providing 14 flats for affordable rent (10 x two bedrooms and 4 x one bedroom) and 8 two bedroom flats for purchase through the shared equity form of low cost home ownership.
“The flat I have bought through the shared equity scheme is lovely and a great first home”
Karen Hamilton purchased her flat in Royal Court on a shared equity basis in October last year, having looked at several properties in the area but being unable to afford to buy a home on the open market. She has told Albyn Housing Society that she is delighted to have been given this opportunity to get onto the property ladder and recommends this as an affordable means of purchasing a home.