Welcome to Burgh Gate - modern new homes for sale in Musselburgh

Burgh Gate is our exciting new development of apartments and two three and four-bedroom new homes in Musselburgh, East Lothian. Just 6 miles from Edinburgh, it's perfectly placed for buyers searching for city links and coastal living.

Our homes are carefully designed with practical layouts, energy-efficient features and contemporary fittings and appliances. With a range of buying schemes available, a fresh start here could be closer than you think.

Stylish new build homes in Musselburgh, East Lothian

With Scotland’s capital in one direction and the coastal villages and beaches of East Lothian in the other, Burgh Gate makes the best of both worlds.  You can enjoy city life, seaside walks and countryside escapes, all within a short drive of your front door.

New build homes with excellent transport links to Edinburgh

Musselburgh is conveniently close to the City of Edinburgh Bypass, making reaching the city easy, as well as providing access to the M8 for Glasgow. Musselburgh train station is within walking distance of Burgh Gate, and there are also plenty of bus routes into Edinburgh.

Everything you need on your doorstep

Musselburgh is sought-after town that’s been featured on lists of the best places to live in Scotland. Just minutes from our new homes at Burgh Gate, the town centre is home to shops and eateries. You’ll also be close to supermarkets, schools and local healthcare facilities.  

Explore the outdoors in East Lothian

A short drive will take you to Dalkeith Country Park and onto the edge of the Pentland Hills, or head in the other direction for local beaches in Musselburgh and. The combination of urban convenience and beautiful natural surroundings is a key reason many buyers seeking homes for sale in East Lothian focus in this area.

Ready to make your move?

Register your interest of book a visit to Persimmon Homes Burgh Gate today and take the next step towards owning a beautiful new home in Musselburgh.

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Choice of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes
Plenty of local amenities and several beaches close by
Situated on the outskirts of Musselburgh with easy access by train and road to Edinburgh
Range of schemes available to help you buy

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Plot 420 - The C-Type Apartments

2 bedroom apartment
£197,995
Choice of open plan kitchen/lounge and separate kitchen styles
French doors and Juliet balcony to first and second floor only (window to ground floor)
Bathroom with modern fixtures and fittings
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Plot 423 - The C-Type Apartments

2 bedroom apartment
£199,995
Choice of open plan kitchen/lounge and separate kitchen styles
French doors and Juliet balcony to first and second floor only (window to ground floor)
Bathroom with modern fixtures and fittings
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Plot 418 - The C-Type Apartments

2 bedroom apartment
£219,995
Choice of open plan kitchen/lounge and separate kitchen styles
French doors and Juliet balcony to first and second floor only (window to ground floor)
Bathroom with modern fixtures and fittings
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Plot 424 - The C-Type Apartments

2 bedroom apartment
£224,995
Choice of open plan kitchen/lounge and separate kitchen styles
French doors and Juliet balcony to first and second floor only (window to ground floor)
Bathroom with modern fixtures and fittings
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Plot 73 - The Portree

2 bedroom mid terrace house
£239,995
Kitchen with direct access to private rear garden
Front aspect lounge
Space for optional fitted wardrobes within both bedrooms
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Plot 157 - The Portree

2 bedroom mid terrace house
£239,995
Kitchen with direct access to private rear garden
Front aspect lounge
Space for optional fitted wardrobes within both bedrooms
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Plot 147 - The Portree

2 bedroom end terrace house
£245,995
Kitchen with direct access to private rear garden
Front aspect lounge
Space for optional fitted wardrobes within both bedrooms
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Plot 151 - The Newmore

3 bedroom end terrace house
£277,995
Open plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to rear garden
Front-aspect spacious lounge
Bedroom 1 with en suite and storage
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Plot 363 - The Leith

4 bedroom detached house
£358,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to garden
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 365 - The Leith

4 bedroom detached house
£358,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to garden
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 369 - The Leith

4 bedroom detached house
£358,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to garden
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 374 - The Leith

4 bedroom detached house
£358,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open-plan kitchen/dining room with French doors to garden
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 376 - The Thurso

4 bedroom detached house
£374,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open plan kitchen/dining/family room with French doors
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 261 - The Balerno

4 bedroom detached house
£379,995
Spacious lounge with French doors leading to the garden
Open plan kitchen with utility and outside access
Bedroom 1 with en suite and storage cupboard
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Plot 370 - The Balerno

4 bedroom detached house
£379,995
Spacious lounge with French doors leading to the garden
Open plan kitchen with utility and outside access
Bedroom 1 with en suite and storage cupboard
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Plot 246 - The Thurso

4 bedroom detached house
£379,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open plan kitchen/dining/family room with French doors
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Plot 319 - The Thurso

4 bedroom detached house
£379,995
Front aspect lounge with bright triple window
Open plan kitchen/dining/family room with French doors
Bedroom 1 with en suite
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Good choice of local shops

There are plenty of places to shop in Musselburgh. In the town, you'll find several independent shops as well as a Tesco Extra, Aldi and Lidl for your weekly shops. Of course, if you're looking for even more choice, you're just a stone's throw away from Edinburgh.

Leisure on your doorstep

There's a selection of leisure facilities on your doorstep, including Musselburgh Sports Centre, Pure Gym and Dalkeith Country Park. Living at Burgh Gate means you'll get to enjoy nearby Portobello beach as well as several other beaches in East Lothian. You'll also be close to the Fort Kinnaird retail park which a variety of shopping and leisure facilities including restaurants and a cinema.

Choice of local schools

Burgh Gate offers a great selection of local schools. For juniors, there are Stonyhill and Loretto RC primary schools. Loretto also offers secondary education as does the Grammar School. For further education in Musselburgh, there's Edinburgh College and Queen Margaret University.

You'll be well connected

Transport links are excellent, with Musselburgh train station within walking distance, easy access to the A1 into Edinburgh and good local bus links. With all that's on offer, it's easy to see why Burgh Gate would be an excellent place to call home.

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