6-bedroom flat · EH9 1ND
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About
Ref: 1030L: Melville terrace flat share: Double room for let within contemporary, 6-bedroom, 3rd floor, HMO flat located on Melville Terrace, which is right on the doorstep of the Meadows, in the Newington/ Sciennes area of the City.
Being only a few minutes’ walk from Edinburgh University and only a fifteen minute walk from the heart of the City Centre, the property ideal for students.
The local area also has a wide range of local shops, supermarkets, bars and restaurants within walking distance. The top floor flat features original cornicing, large rooms and lots of natural light.
It is available furnished and comprises: ~Double bedroom, with carpeted flooring, desk/study space and wardrobe storage (5 other rooms let out) ~Delightful, open-plan, lounge/kitchen/diner with laminate flooring, island dining space and large, bright window offering leafy outlook ~Contemporary kitchen has selection of integrated modern appliances, glossy units and excellent cupboard storage ~2x Shower rooms, both with three-piece suites and attractive splashback finishing ~Welcoming entrance hallway providing access to all rooms ~Zone, permit parking (via Edinburgh council) – max.
2 per household ~Gas heating ~Secure entry ~Sorry, Some pets may not be allowed ~Gas, electricity*/council tax included *providing reasonable usage ~Total floor area = 154m2 ~EPC rating: D ~Landlord registration: 144479/230/17050 ~LARN1806025 Available: 17th November 2026 sorry, no couples Rent: £830pcm (Room 1) Deposit: £830 Please note the photographs shown within this advertisement may have been taken whilst a tenancy was active in the property and as a result you should not rely only on these as an accurate representation of furnishings and items included in the agreement.
A full list of which items are included in the property is available upon request from our office, based on a previous tenancy.
A viewing is therefore required in order to ensure you have an accurate understanding and knowledge of the condition and contents of the property Property Reference: 1030L edi mt
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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