Getting your foot on the property ladder is daunting at the best of times, let alone in the middle of a pandemic.
With house prices rising across Wales, it can be a real struggle to find something on budget. Especially in Newport, where house prices are among the fastest growing in the country, it can seem like you're constantly dealing with moving goalposts.
However, luckily, despite rising rapidly in the last few years, house prices in Newport are still lower than in many other UK cities and there are still affordable gems out there waiting to be discovered.
With that in mind, we have put together a list of some of the properties you can find around Newport for a budget of £150,000 or less.
From modern apartments to spacious terraced houses, there are plenty of gems on the Newport property market right now.
Take a look below.
Hoskins Street, Shaftesbury
This end of terrace house in Shaftesbury packs a lot in for its asking price.
With two bedrooms, a lounge/dining room, kitchen, family bathroom and garden, there's plenty of space on offer all within walking distance of the city centre and train station.
Asking price: £120,000
Tregwilym Road, Rogerstone
Another property perfect for commuters and close to transport links, this modern flat is only half a mile from Pye Corner station, with regular trains to Cardiff and a new Newport service planned in the near future.
This first floor flat offers up two bedrooms, a kitchen-diner, bathroom and juliet balcony.
Plus, it comes complete with an allocated parking space and is only five minutes from the M4.
Asking price: £129,000
Argosy Way
Like the Rogerstone apartment, this property is ideal for anyone who is after something a bit more modern.
Located on the top floor, it comes with two double bedrooms, an open-plan lounge and kitchen and bathroom.
And with lovely views over the River Usk from the living room window, it's also the perfect spot to impress friends when you invite them over to chill at yours.
Asking price: £114,950
Stow Park Circle, Stow Hill
Fancy living the life of luxury? This might be the place for you.
This gorgeous period flat, set in landscaped gardens in the desirable Stow Park Circle, has two bedrooms, modern kitchen and bathroom, and huge bay windows which pour light into the property.
Asking price: £149,950
Coppe r Dome Mews, Riverfront
Yet another lovely flat in a desirable part of the city, this modern ground floor space looks out over the riverfront and the Usk at the heart of the city centre.
With two double bedrooms, real wood flooring, a river-facing balcony and designated parking, it offers up a great slice of city living.
Asking price: £150,000
Bishop Street, Barnardtown
Another well-sized terraced house, this time in Barnardtown, this property is perfect for a first-time buyer looking for plenty of space.
With two double bedrooms, open-plan living and dining room, kitchen and garden, there's a lot on offer here for the price tag.
Asking price: £142,500
Alicia Crescent, Pillgwenlly
This one bedroom flat is another ideal property if you're after something more modern. It's also a bit of a bargain, on the market for just under £120,000.
Plus, within walking distance of the city centre and located just off of the SDR, it is an ideal space for both commuters and those based a bit closer to home.
Asking price: £119,950
