2-bedroom flat · EH4 5BY
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About
A furnished two bedroom, first floor flat in the heart of the desirable Davidson Mains.
The property occupies the first floor of the building, the accommodation comprises: Entrance, living room with dining area, kitchen to the rear.
Main bedroom with built-in mirrored wardrobes, second double bedroom to the rear and a shower room. The property further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and a shared rear garden.
Davidsons Mains is a desirable residential area, with convenient west-of-city position just off the A90, and featuring a range of local shops in the village including a Tesco supermarket, banks, post office, and chemist, along with a health centre and dentist.
Craigleith Retail Park is situated in close by, with a Sainsbury's superstore, Marks & Spencer and Boots, whilst The Gyle also further extensive high street shopping.
With the fine walks and open spaces at Cramond shore, Lauriston Castle and Corstorphine Hill, there are also private and public golf courses are in the vicinity, a local bowling club, and the swimming pool and fitness centre at Ainslie Park.
Catchment for schools includes the Davidsons Mains Primary and Royal High School, and there are regular bus services. LARN1904067. Deposit: £1,245
Value & comps
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Deal
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.
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About Main Street, Davidson Mains, Edinburgh, Edinburgh
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