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See how verdicts work3-bedroom flat · EH11 4NB
No longer listedListed 189 days
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Set in the popular Calder Grove area of Sighthill, this ground floor three-bedroom flat is a fantastic investment opportunity, sold with a tenant in situ and offering an approx 7.7% yield.
With a spacious layout and excellent access to universities, The Gyle, and transport links, it benefits from strong and consistent rental demand.
Set within the popular residential area of Calder Grove, this ground floor three-bedroom flat presents an excellent opportunity for investors seeking a ready-made buy-to-let with immediate income.
The property is entered via a long central hallway, which provides access to three well-proportioned bedrooms.
Continuing along, the hallway opens into a spacious living room, with the kitchen located on the opposite side, creating a practical and well-balanced layout.
The bathroom is fitted with a well-presented three-piece suite, comprising a bath with shower over it.
The layout is particularly well suited to a range of tenants, including sharers, small families, or students, helping to support strong and consistent rental demand.
The property is being sold with a tenant in situ, offering a seamless investment from day one.
It currently generates a rental income of £900 per month, equating to an approximate gross yield of around 7.7%, making it a particularly attractive addition to any investment portfolio.
Sighthill is a well-established and continually developing area to the west of Edinburgh city centre, popular with a wide range of tenants including students, young professionals, and families.
The property is ideally positioned for access to Edinburgh Napier University’s Sighthill campus, as well as Heriot-Watt University and the Gyle business district, all of which drive strong rental demand.
The area benefits from excellent local amenities, including a variety of shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities, with further retail options available at The Gyle Shopping Centre.
There are frequent public transport links providing quick and easy access into Edinburgh city centre, while nearby road connections, including the City Bypass, offer convenient routes to the wider motorway network.
Overall, this is a fantastic opportunity to acquire a tenanted property in a high-demand rental location, with a strong yield and excellent long-term investment potential.
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