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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · EH15 1EA
Under offerListed 57 days
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About
Bf1, 4 Kings Road is a beautifully presented two-bedroom basement flat, perfectly positioned in the sought-after coastal district of Portobello.
Forming part of a traditional tenement building, the property boasts impressive high ceilings and ornate cornicing, which blend seamlessly with a high-specification kitchen and bathroom, stylish contemporary décor, and quality finishes throughout.
Presented in true walk-in condition, this charming home effortlessly combines period character with modern comfort and convenience.
This basement flat is light and airy with its large windows, sleek finishes and neutral décor, and benefits from access to a well maintained communal garden.
Spacious entrance hall with storage cupboard and pulley Bright sitting room fireplace feature and wooden mantel Modern kitchen with fitted wall and base units and shelving Bright, principal bedroom with storage cupboard, shelving and views to garden Second double bedroom with view to garden Family bathroom with towel warmer, electric shower over bath, WC and sink Well-kept communal gardens Secure entry phone Gas central heating Double glazing On street parking Standard fixtures and fittings are included in the sale, and whilst believed to be in reasonable working order, are strictly “sold as seen” EPC Rating - D Council Tax - B Location Often described as Edinburgh's ‘village by the sea’, Portobello has become one of the city’s most sought after places to live, with the welcoming community feel of a seafront town nestled within the city limits.
Local amenities including a host of independent shops, award winning butchers and fishmongers, a monthly farmers’ market, as well as a choice of several supermarkets, are all within easy reach.
Early mornings on the seafront will find walkers, joggers, rowers and swimmers all enjoying the extraordinary attractions of this area.
Locals of all ages are catered for with leisure facilities including several parks, swimming pool, bowling, tennis, Paddle courts and golf courses nearby.
Bus links into the city centre and along the coast to East Lothian can be found just a minutes’ walk away and excellent schooling provided by Towerbank Primary School and Portobello High School are within easy reach.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
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Short let unlikely to be allowed
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Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
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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.
Commercial properties like this can earn 30-50% higher yields when converted to residential under Class MA / Q / P / PA, with prior approval costing ~GBP 96/unit. Sign in to see the recommended route, yield uplift, and cost breakdown.
BRRR-suited properties can recycle 80-100% of investor capital on refi, leaving a high-yielding rental with most of the money out. Sign in to see the refurb cost stack, ARV projection, and refinance maths.
Detached + large garden = sub-division play. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, plot size, uplift estimate, and regional land benchmark.
Short-lease flats trade at deep discount, but extending under the 1993 Act often costs far less than the discount. Pro tier unlocks the tier badge, premium breakdown, long-lease ARV and arbitrage maths.
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