Rightmove reveals most viewed homes of the year – from Jurgen Klopp's house to UK's most expensive street

Rightmove has shared the five most viewed homes of the past year, which include some stunning properties that they say reflect 'the wide-ranging dreams of home-hunters'

Rightmove has revealed the most viewed homes of 2024 - including Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp's house and a property on the most expensive street in the UK.

Property expert Tim Bannister said the searches on the website this year reflect "the wide-ranging dreams of home-hunters" as well as the "unique charm and diversity" of the housing market in the UK. Mr Bannister said: "From a luxurious former football manager's residence to a historic Grade I listed Abbey, the most viewed homes of the year reflect the wide-ranging dreams of home-hunters this year across Great Britain.

"Whether it's a property fit for royalty opposite Buckingham Palace, or a stunning family home, these remarkable listings showcase the unique charm and diversity of the UK housing market, offering something for everyone."

Here we list the five most viewed homes of the year on Rightmove.

A home fit for a Premier League football manager - £4,250,000

This impressive home on the prestigious Victoria Road in Freshfield, Formby, was once the home of former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp. It boasts its own swimming pool complex, gym, a separate entertaining building. It has bright interiors, with spacious rooms, a spa area, and also a cinema room. The home is described as "the ultimate relaxation oasis".

William Goulden, Head of Sales at Berkeley Shaw in Liverpool said: "This is an exceptional home in a beautiful part of the country. Many will be aware of the property's recent history, and we look forward to playing a part in its future."

A home on Britain's most expensive street - £45,000,000

This stunning property is a refurbished 19th-century Grade II listed Georgian house on Britain's most expensive street, where the average asking price of a property is £9,633,333. This remarkable home is fit for a King, spanning 15,845 sq ft, and offering 21st-century luxury living with direct views of Buckingham Palace.

The home features nine bedrooms and nine bathrooms - and even has an internal six-passenger lift that transports you to all floors. It offers direct views overlooking Buckingham Palace. Residents have access to 24-hour concierge and security.

Victorian townhouse with original features in Glasgow's central Park District - £2,500,000

This grand 12,000 sq ft mansion, designed in the 1870s, blends intricate period details with modern restorations, offering potential as a luxurious residence, high-end apartments, or an events venue. It features nine bedrooms and six bathrooms.

It's called La Casa, which means "home" in Italian, as it was formerly the Italian consulate. The property is located in Glasgow's Park District, which is described on Rightmove as the city's "most beautiful and historic neighbourhood."

An eight-bedroom detached home in Lancashire - £750,000

This stunning home in Accrington is filled with luxurious and unique interior design work, including an incredible marbled floor. Named Nuah Heights, it is set over four floors and comes with eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms. A particular highlight is the open plan kitchen, ideal for entertaining guests in this beautiful home with many talking points.

The listing says: "Nuah Heights is a stunning home, finished to perfection with every last detail thought of. It is the perfect home for a growing family who are looking for a spacious property with a luxury feel.

"Nestled in the heart of Accrington, this is the perfect location to access well regarded schools yet still conveniently located for accessing the neighbouring towns and has easy access to major commuter links. The property offers versatile interior accommodation with a range of living spaces and eight bedrooms. This property is not one to be missed!"

An historic Grade I listed Abbey near Oxford - £15,000,000

Wytham Abbey, a Grade I listed manor house and described as one of England's loveliest houses, is set within 23 acres of gardens and parkland, three miles west of Oxford. Built mainly of local limestone, it features notable architecture from 1500 to 1830.

Notable features include many fine stained-glass panels, marble fireplaces, and a large late-Georgian oak staircase. There are a whopping 27 bedrooms and 18 bathrooms

About the property's location, Rightmove says: "The secluded location of Wytham Abbey is exceptional. A broad area to the west of the city of Oxford has remained largely untouched, which means that, although the house is only a few miles from the city centre, Wytham is protected by countryside on the city side by Port Meadow, the largest area of common land in the county, and on the other by fine open parkland and Wytham Woods."

It comes as Rightmove said first-time buyers are hurrying to capitalise on a stamp duty deadline in England's premium real estate areas. From April 2025, stamp duty thresholds will revert to the old rates, with the "nil rate" band for first-timers dropping from £425,000 back down to £300,000. Rightmove, has noticed that particularly in the higher-priced zones of England, first-timers are likely to be hit hard by these changes.

Their data indicates that post-April, a mere 8% of properties on sale in London will be exempt from stamp duty for first-timers, while in the South East and East of England, only 24% and 32% respectively will qualify. The analysis by Rightmove aligns with an increase in enquiries from first-timers following the autumn Budget, hinting at a rush to avoid higher costs before they come into play. London saw a leap from being 28% ahead of last year’s buyer demand to 31% since the Budget was announced.

Similarly, in the East of England and the South East, figures have increased from 28% to 32%, and from 23% to 24% ahead of last year, respectively. The surge in demand was tracked via inquiry volumes sent through Rightmove to agents.