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About
Situated close to excellent local amenities, this well-proportioned two-bedroom lower villa forms part of a block of four properties within the sought-after residential area of Colinton.
Accessed via its own private entrance, the accommodation comprises an entrance hallway with a useful storage cupboard, a bright sitting room and a kitchen fitted with a range of wall and base units, tiled splashbacks and space for freestanding appliances.
There are two generously sized double bedrooms, both offering ample room for freestanding furniture and a bathroom featuring a three-piece white suite with a shower over the bath.
The property further benefits from gas central heating, double glazing and unrestricted on-street parking.
Externally, residents enjoy access to a private garden area as well as a communal drying green located to the rear of the property.
Colinton, a popular residential area approximately six miles south of Edinburgh city centre, offers a wide range of amenities including restaurants, bars, a bank, a post office, local shops, and a convenience store.
Supermarket shopping is available at Tesco in Colinton Mains and Morrisons on Colinton Road.
The area provides excellent opportunities for recreation, with numerous golf courses nearby and outdoor activities at Hillend Country Park, which features a Snowsports Centre.
Families will find several schools in the area, and higher education institutions such as George Watson’s College, as well as departments of Edinburgh, Napier, and Heriot-Watt University, are all within a comfortable driving distance.
Transport links are convenient and well-established.
Colinton is connected to Edinburgh city centre via the A70 and A720 Edinburgh City Bypass, providing quick access for drivers both into the city and to other parts of the Lothians.
The area also benefits from frequent bus services to the city centre and surrounding suburbs, while local cycle paths offer an alternative for commuters and leisure cyclists alike.
The property is being sold as seen. No warranties or guarantees will be provided.
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EPC: D Council Tax: C - £2,025.22 inclusive of water and sewage* (*based on 2026/2027 tax year) - The City of Edinburgh Council Tenure: Freehold Electricity Supply: Mains electricity supply, with the main controls located in the hall cupboard.
Water Supply: Scottish Water Sewerage: Scottish Water Heating: Gas-fired central heating system, with a combination condensing boiler located in the hall cupboard.
Broadband: 1800 mbps (Potential download speed) Mobile Signal/Coverage: Full 4G and potential 5G outdoor coverage Parking: Unrestricted on street parking All statements contained herein are believed to be correct but are not guaranteed and interested parties must satisfy themselves as to their accuracy.
Value & comps
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Returns
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