5-bedroom flat · EH3 8HX
Let agreedReduced £499 (−14.3%) on 10 SepListed 41 days · slow let
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Ref: 0806L: Torphichen street *HMO for 5 is pending – please note, the property is currently HMO licenced for 4 occupants, as such, only a maximum of four unrelated individuals can move in (or a family).
Once the HMO is approved by the council, the remaining tenant can move in.
Until the HMO for 5 is approved, one bedroom will be locked, and the rent will be charged at 4/5 the value below (unless a family).
The rent increases to full value on the 1st of the next month, after the HMO for 5 has been approved.
The HMO for 5 was applied for on 26/07/26 and typically takes 3-6 months to be approved* Huge, recently refurbished, 5-bedroom, HMO (pending) property located in a traditional building on Torphichen Street, at the heart of the West End.
Haymarket Train Station is a one-minute walk away and there is an excellent bus service on offer making this property ideally placed for access to the city centre and surrounding areas.
The surrounding district has a wide variety of amenities including shops, supermarkets, hairdressers and bars just moments away.
The 2nd floor property has new flooring and fresh décor, as well as a new kitchen, It is extremely spacious throughout.
And available furnished comprising: ~Huge, open-plan lounge/kitchen, front-facing, with large twin windows, karndean flooring and stunning feature fireplace ~Brand new kitchen is furnished with selection of modern appliances and great storage ~5x Double bedrooms (1x very large) all with ample desk space and carpeted flooring ~Additional study room ~2x Shower room both with stylish three-piece suites ~Utility room with additional washing facilities ~Entrance hallway providing access to all rooms ~Nearby (5-10 min) zone parking (via Edinburgh council) ~Gas heating ~Secure entry ~Sorry, Some pets may not be allowed ~Total floor area = 149m2 ~Council tax: Band E ~EPC rating: C ~Landlord registration: 1059452/230/18061 ~LARN1806025 Available: Now Rent: £3,495pcm (reduced to £2,796pcm until HMO for 5 approved as above) Deposit: £3,495 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: 0806L edi ts
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