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See how verdicts work3-bedroom flat · EH9 1EP
Under offerListed 54 days
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About
13/1 Spottiswoode Street is a charming ground floor three-bedroom apartment offering bright and spacious accommodation in the heart of Marchmont.
The property combines period features with a contemporary finish in a flexible layout, further benefitting from a private front garden making it an ideal home for professionals, families, downsizers, or investors alike.
The property is entered via a bright hallway providing access to all rooms.
To the front of the property is an impressive living room, featuring a large bay window, overlooking the private garden, that floods the space with light making the room a natural point for everyday living and entertaining.
Located centrally, the kitchen is well laid fitted with modern appliances and ample worktop space.
The property hosts three well-proportioned double bedrooms, offering excellent flexibility for a range of buyers.
The principal bedroom benefits from a private en-suite shower room, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a contemporary family bathroom positioned off the central hall.
Externally, the property enjoys a private front garden, providing a pleasant outdoor space, while the shared rear garden offers further well-maintained space. On street permit parking is available.
Summary of Accommodation Internally: Hall, Living Room, Kitchen, Principal Bedroom with Ensuite, Two Double Bedrooms, Bathroom, Cupboard Storage Externally: Private Front Garden, Communal Rear Garden, On Street Permit Parking Location Marchmont is renowned for its attractive period architecture, vibrant community atmosphere, and excellent local amenities.
Residents are spoilt for choice with an array of independent cafés, restaurants, bars, delicatessens and convenience stores all within easy walking distance.
Large open spaces like The Meadows are just moments away, ideal for walking, running and outdoor recreation.
The University of Edinburgh, the financial district and Edinburgh City Centre can all be reached on foot or via excellent public transport links.
For families, highly regarded schooling is available in both the state and private sectors, making the area popular with a range of buyers.
EPC: D Council Tax: E Tenure: Freehold Viewing by appointment via Rettie&Co EPC Rating: D
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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Properties like this can earn 2–3x BTL yields when converted to HMO, with retrofit costs around £10k/room. Sign in to see the full tier, yield projection, and cost breakdown.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
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