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See how verdicts work2-bedroom flat · EH4 2QT
Under offerListed 83 days
Opportunity summary
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About
Description Set on an established street in Easter Drylaw, near local amenities, shops, schools and transport links, this modern two-bedroom property with large rear garden (which is not overlooked) and driveway is sure to appeal to a wide range of buyers, including couples, families and commuting professionals.
The property comprises of: Maindoor Upper Flat Entrance Hall Bay-Fronted Living Room Separate Kitchen Two Double Bedrooms Dressing Room/Study Shower Room Good Storage Partially Double-Glazed Gas Central Heating Large Loft Space with Potential to Develop (subject to planning) Off-Street Parking Mature Private Garden To Rear Potential to convert the attic space subject to permissions.
Warrant (lapsed), plans available on request.
Location Easter Drylaw Drive is a popular residential area close to Crewe Toll, in the north of the city and is ideally placed for shopping, transport, educational and recreational facilities.
There is a Morrisons supermarket situated conveniently close by on Ferry Road and further shops and amenities can be found at Craigleith Retail Park which hosts many high street retail outlets.
The boutiques, cafes and restaurants of Stockbridge are also within easy reach.
The City centre with its impressive range of shopping, bars, restaurants, theatres, museums and galleries is just a short bus ride away.
The area is rightly renowned for its parks and gardens, with the leafy and green open spaces of Inverleith Park and the renowned Royal Botanical Gardens both close at hand.
The property is within walking distance to the Western General Hospital and is close to Ainslie Park Leisure Centre and The Village Hotel both with swimming and sporting facilities.
Schooling is available from nursery to senior level within the area.
The area benefits from an excellent and extensive public transport network including regular bus services to the City Centre and surrounding areas.
For the motorist Ferry Road provides good access to the motorway network and Edinburgh International Airport.
Extras Light fittings, curtains, blinds, all floor coverings, cooker, fridge freezer and washing machine are included in the sale.
Value & comps
Land Registry doesn’t cover Scotland or Northern Ireland, so previous sales may not be on record.
Returns
Set an offer; the calculator follows it.
Short let unlikely to be allowed
We're still gathering serviced-accommodation data for this area.
Archie refurb estimate: a Pro feature
0.0% below asking
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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.
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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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