5-bedroom flat · EH9 1NX
Listing removedReduced £375 (−10%) on 14 AugListed 92 days · slow let
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About
Ref: 1590L: Sciennes road Bright and spacious, 5-bedroom, HMO property located on Sciennes Road, which is just moments from the Meadows.
The heart of the city is only a twenty-minute walk away, not to mention Arthurs Seat and Holyrood, only a short walk away.
George Square is also within walking distance, and the local area offers excellent transport links into and around the city, as well as many amenities including shops, restaurants, bars and boutiques.
Edinburgh University is also accessible within a ten-minute walk.
The 3rd floor property is part of a charming, traditional build and is available furnished, comprising: ~Spacious lounge with feature fireplace, carpeted flooring and dining with seating for four ~Well-appointed kitchen with dining for four, selection of white goods and ample storage space ~5x double bedrooms with carpeted flooring and desk space ~2x shower rooms (1x with wash-hand basin) ~Separate WC ~Entrance hallway providing access to all rooms ~Communal, rear garden ~Zone permit parking (via council) ~Gas heating ~Secure entry ~Sorry, Some pets may not be allowed ~HMO license for 5 ~Total floor area = 108m2 ~Council tax: Band E ~EPC rating: E ~Landlord registration: 186298/230/24160 ~LARN1806025 ~Please note cupboard in hall (next to kitchen) is excluded* Available: 4th September 2026 (expected, may be slightly delayed pending small refurb works) Rent: £3,750pcm Deposit: £3,750 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: 1590L edi sr Landlord registration: 469797/230/08211
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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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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