3-bedroom house · EH10 5GD
Listing removedReduced £10k (−2.2%) on 20 JunListed 190 days
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About
About This Property 8 Syme Crescent is a spacious and well-presented three-bedroom, three-bathroom semi-detached home with a garage.
The first floor offers a bright and well-proportioned layout, including a principal bedroom with two large built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room.
A second double bedroom also benefits from built-in storage and its own en-suite, while the third bedroom is generously sized and served by a separate family bathroom.
The property features a fully equipped kitchen in good condition and a large living room with a Juliet balcony, allowing natural light to flood the space - ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.
On the ground floor, there is a substantial utility room and access to the integral garage, complete with an electric up-and-over door.
Additional features include gas central heating, double glazing, and beautifully maintained communal gardens throughout the development.
Situated in the highly sought-after Greenbank area of Edinburgh, the property is just a short walk from Morningside, where a wide range of amenities can be found, including Waitrose, Marks & Spencer Food Hall, independent shops, cafés, and the Dominion Cinema.
The location is ideal for family living in a great residential setting. Greenbank is renowned for its attractive green spaces such as Blackford Hill, Braidburn Valley Park, and the Hermitage of Braid.
The area also benefits from excellent local schooling, including Oxgangs Primary School, St Peter’s rc Primary School, Firrhill High School, and St Thomas of Aquin’s High School, as well as nearby private options such as George Watson’s College and Merchiston Castle School.
Excellent transport links are available, with regular bus services providing easy access to the city centre, and the City Bypass offering convenient connections to the M8, M9, and Edinburgh International Airport.
Early viewings are highly recommended.
Value & comps
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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.
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