Dunpark Property Agents

Dunpark Property Agents is an independent, family-run estate agency and property management company established in Edinburgh in 1997. The firm was founded by Emma Fursman, who began her professional career as a solicitor after graduating from Aberdeen University with an LLB and Strathclyde University with a DipLP. While working in property conveyancing, Ms. Fursman identified a market opportunity for a residential property agency.

The company's name, Dunpark, was inspired by a conversation Ms. Fursman had with her father, who spoke of Lord Dunpark and the Gaelic word for 'fort', symbolising their shared legal heritage. Initially, Dunpark focused on letting and investment services within Edinburgh. The company experienced organic growth year-on-year, expanding its portfolio through client referrals and a direct approach to business.

Dunpark's initial operations, starting from a box room, quickly outgrew its space, leading to an office move to Bellevue Place and later, in 2007, to a Georgian corner building at 1 Abercromby Place. Ms. Fursman's vision for the company involved elevating standards in rental properties and ensuring tenant safety. The firm committed to maximising property potential for clients and communicating without jargon.

Dunpark has since established itself as an independent property agency in Edinburgh. Dunpark Property Agents provides a comprehensive range of services across Edinburgh, the Lothians, and Fife. These services include residential sales, lettings, full property management, property search, and tenant introduction. The firm also offers specialist services such as renovation and property dressing, aimed at enhancing property appeal and achieving optimal results for sales and lettings.

Additionally, Dunpark assists landlords with investment search services, identifying suitable properties on the open market or linking investors with off-market, fully licensed properties. The company's leadership and team possess extensive qualifications and expertise in the property sector. Emma Fursman holds an MBA from the University of Edinburgh, achieved the highest national score in the ARLA Level 6 Award in Residential Letting and Property Management, and has Letwell accreditation. She is recognised as a Fellow of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (FARLA) and a qualified Propertymark Estate Agent (NAEA).

Ms. Fursman promotes continuous training and development for her team, fostering a motivated culture within the company. The team's NAEA and ARLA-qualified expertise ensures a knowledgeable, reliable, and personalised service for clients. Dunpark also specialises in student property letting, coordinating, setting up, and managing student accommodations in Edinburgh.

With a significant student population in Edinburgh requiring shared accommodation, the firm addresses this demand by assisting landlords in purchasing properties for investment or for family members studying in the city. The company's expertise extends to Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs), providing assistance with the purchase, licensing, and management of such properties, which are often utilised for student housing. Dunpark's team is equipped to guide landlords through HMO licensing and compliance management. The firm has built an extensive portfolio of managed properties over more than 25 years, offering detailed property descriptions, photos, videos, and floor plans for prospective tenants.