2-bedroom flat · EH6 8DB
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About
Located in the highly sought-after Leith Links colonies, this property combines classic colony character with comfortable, modern living.
The flat is accessed via its own private, well-maintained front garden featuring a paved patio area, garden shed, and outdoor seating space—ideal for relaxing in a quiet setting.
Inside, the home opens into an inviting hallway. The cosy living room offers a warm and comfortable atmosphere with laminate flooring and tasteful decor.
Positioned directly off the hallway, the kitchen comes fully fitted with classic traditional cabinetry, tiled subway splashbacks, and modern integrated and freestanding appliances.
The master bedroom is well-proportioned, while the second bedroom provides ideal flexibility to be used as a guest room or home office.
The contemporary bathroom suite is fully tiled and features a bath with an electric over-bath shower.
The property further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and an attractive private enclosed front garden.
Set within a peaceful residential street in the Leith Links colonies, this property enjoys a wonderfully quiet setting with minimal through traffic.
The expansive greenery of Leith Links park is practically on your doorstep, featuring open parkland, tennis courts, and sports grounds.
The vibrant Shore district, celebrated for its independent cafes, award-winning restaurants, and bars, is just a short stroll away.
Excellent local shopping is available nearby on Easter Road and at Meadowbank Retail Park, alongside leisure facilities like the Leith Victoria Swim Centre.
Frequent local bus routes and nearby tram links provide fast, direct access into the city centre and across Edinburgh, with Portobello Beach just a short drive away. EPC rating: C.
Landlord Registration Number: 522773/230/02052. Letting Agent Registration Number: 1902009.
Value & comps
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Returns
Short let unlikely to be allowed
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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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About Thornville Terrace, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6
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